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UW Student Affairs and Division of Diversity, Equity, and Educational Achievement lecture by writer and actress Anna Deavere Smith.

Theaters may be tightening their belts in the wake of the pandemic, but January and February offer a wealth of attractions. They include quite a few theater festivals, among them

Even the most ardent theater fans may be reluctant to leave the cozy confines of their home this winter. These 10 shows (including several premieres) opening at suburban and city theaters in the upco...

How a community—and a legacy—of Black playwrights, performers, choreographers, and producers has transformed what we get to see on stage.

Would you watch a play about hydro electricity? How about the dairy industry?

The Atlantic magazine will publish a new play by Anna Deavere Smith, titled The Ghost of Slavery, in its December issue. The play is also available in full on the magazine's website. 

How the Hunters Point Library became an architectural folly. Plus, Larissa FastHorse on the Taper's closure, in our weekly arts newsletter.

The world premiere biographical drama by Anna Deavere Smith is insightful and funny, but second act needs work

From the theater:The extraordinary life of the champion Billie Jean King. "Love All" is the triumphant story of the rise of sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King. The trailblazer for equality faced tough competition on the court and adversity in the world, all against a backdrop of the massive social changes of the 1960s and 70s. With the support of Billie Jean King herself, this exciting world premiere comes from the pen of award-winning playwright, professor, actor ...

Supporting actors reflect on the best advice from their shows’ creatives and how their onscreen personas would lead their own spinoffs and more.