WBW Brief: May 17, 2018
Cannes Do: Black actresses protest racism within the film industry in France. 16 women–including Nadège Beausson-Diagne, Mata Gabin, Maïmouna Gueye, Eye Haïdara–decried not being considered for prestigious roles. Read more about … Continue reading
WBW Brief: February 20, 2017
Statistics: Diep Tran of American Theatre looks at gender disparity in the Chicago theater scene. Not a pretty picture. Read the full report here. ICYMI: Terrific article–How Black Women Behind … Continue reading
Fundraiser For 2014 Gilder/Coigney International Award
Dear Works by Women subscribers: On July 16, we have a unique opportunity to raise funds exclusively for the League of Professional Theatre Women‘s 2014 Gilder/ Coigney International Award. This … Continue reading
LPTW Launches Blog Profiling its Members
Works by Women‘s blog has been on hiatus for a little while as I developed a new blog in celebration of the League of Professional Theatre Women’s 30th Anniversary. Now, … Continue reading
Interview: Michelle Haines
Works by Women has interviewed many theatermakers — playwrights, directors, and dramaturgs over the past few months. Today, we shift our attention to another very important part of the equation … Continue reading
Turning 30: League of Professional Theatre Women
The League of Professional Theatre Women will kick off its 30th Anniversary season on Wednesday, September 28th in the heart of Times Square. The event — Turning 30: Celebrating Our … Continue reading
League of Professional Theatre Women Recognizes Christine Jones and Jessica Burr
Yesterday, the League of Professional Theatre Women held its Award Luncheon at Sardi’s in New York City. The League recognized the work of scenic designer Christine Jones and Blessed Unrest … Continue reading
Upcoming Event: Leadership Luncheon with Arielle Tepper Madover
The League of Professional Theatre Women is pleased to announce that producer Arielle Tepper Madover, whose productions have garnered 76 Tony and 35 Olivier Award nominations, will be the keynote … Continue reading