On today’s New York Times Theater Blog, critic Charles Isherwood makes an honest admission and asks an interesting question: Should a critic stop reviewing the work of a playwright he obviously doesn’t “get” or ever respond favorably to? What do you think? For One Critic, It’s a Rapp by Charles Isherwood, New York Times, Oct […]
In recognition of providing outstanding productions of meaningful new plays and first-class performances spanning three decades, The Fountain Theatre has been honored with The Margaret Harford Award for sustained excellence in theatre, presented by the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle. “It is our way of thanking you for your noteworthy contribution to theater in […]
State Senator Susan Rubio in front of the set for An Octoroon at the Fountain Theatre’s Outdoor Stage On Monday, August 16th, from 9:30-10 a.m., performing arts leaders and Hollywood celebrities will join State Senator Susan Rubio (D – Baldwin Hills) and Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell (13th District, City of Los Angeles) on the Fountain Theatre’s […]
Lois R. Fishman The Fountain Theatre is delighted to welcome attorney Lois R. Fishman to its Board of Directors. Lois brings her sharp intelligence, wealth of experience, and passion for theatre to our growing Fountain Board. “The energy at the Fountain is contagious,” says Lois. “The intimate setting involves the audience in a way impossible […]
by Lauren Gunderson “El Nogalar” at the Fountain Theatre. It appears that in many major theaters across the country, men’s roles out number women’s by half. One out of every three roles go to women. (An informal survey of 10 theatrical seasons from across the country that I did put women in only 35% of […]
by Leah Bergman Have you ever watched a film and been deeply and profoundly moved, or read a book that changed your perspective? That is the type of impact that the play El Nogalar, written by Tanya Saracho, is having upon audiences everywhere. El Nogalar delves into the complexities that Mexico is facing due […]
by Lauren Gunderson “El Nogalar” at the Fountain Theatre. It appears that in many major theaters across the country, men’s roles out number women’s by half. One out of every three roles go to women. (An informal survey of 10 theatrical seasons from across the country that I did put women in only 35% of […]
by Lauren Gunderson “El Nogalar” at the Fountain Theatre. It appears that in many major theaters across the country, men’s roles out number women’s by half. One out of every three roles go to women. (An informal survey of 10 theatrical seasons from across the country that I did put women in only 35% of […]
by Terri Roberts Friday, March 13th, was a very strange day. I run the Fountain Theatre’s charming upstairs café. Normally, Fridays at the Fountain would be the start of a five-show weekend through Monday night. Six, if we had a Sunday evening Flamenco show as well. There would be a palpable energy in the air. […]
by Lauren Gunderson “El Nogalar” at the Fountain Theatre. It appears that in many major theaters across the country, men’s roles out number women’s by half. One out of every three roles go to women. (An informal survey of 10 theatrical seasons from across the country that I did put women in only 35% of […]
Know a college student looking for a job this summer? A student who likes theater? Enjoys working in an office? Is bright, organized, good with people, and eager to learn? The Fountain has a job for him/her this summer. Supported by a grant from the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, the purpose of the internship […]
Deborah Lawlor and her friend, Rupert. By Debra Levine One of L.A.’s most accomplished arts impresarios will float in flamenco heaven this Saturday night when her helming of her 20-year-running series “Forever Flamenco!” will be honored in an all-star performance at the Ford Theatre. Deborah Lawlor, southern California’s key importer of the gypsy art form, will […]
By Daniel Lehman Does an ability to “get into character” and portray other people help actors resolve their own internal conflicts offstage? Or will the pursuit of a career that values emotional vulnerability, but at the same time involves frequent rejection, inevitably lead to poor mental health and instability? Dr. Paula Thomson and Dr. S. […]
Kate Tempest myShakespeare is the digital home of the World Shakespeare Festival, a celebration of Shakespeare as the world’s playwright now underway in London through September, 2012. Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company, in an unprecedented collaboration with leading UK and international arts organisations, and with Globe to Globe, a major international program produced by Shakespeare’s Globe, […]