62 stories by "Daniella Ignacio"
In D.C. and Atlanta, a new musical about the late Congressman's formative years seeks to honor his spirit of 'good trouble' not only with mainstage productions but with engagement events and…
WaPo's last theatre critic, Naveen Kumar, and Washington, D.C.-area theatres reflect on the paper's recent layoffs and what they mean for the arts ecosystem in one of the nation's largest ci…
Theatre students from the class of 2024 tell us how they're faring in a changing market.
Terence Anthony's new play is a different kind of Western, following a woman who escapes slavery to become a kind of avenging outlaw.
A new Wallace Foundation report studies the impact of culture-centered, community-based youth arts programs.
But the show could be pushed to achieve its inherent power. By DANIELLA IGNACIO
An AU alum revisits the new-student showcase she once performed in: 'And it's still all about angsty college kids' experiences at the end of the day.' By DANIELLA IGNACIO
This 65-minute adaptation is all bravery, brevity, and levity.
Realism and camp abound in this uplifting play celebrating Black women power.
A production that marks the empowerment and awakening of a new generation of performers rocks out at Ainslie Arts Center.
An up-close conversation with the Arlington high school senior who's now playing factory girl Iola Stover in the Tony-nominated musical.
An ensemble-driven show that fills up a small space and gives you all the feels.
A young girl's letter to a newspaper and the memorable response she receives exemplify faith for the holidays.
In a season filled with holiday-infused stories, Creative Cauldron's The Christmas Angel is an original, heartwarming take on a lesser-known story. It's the second year of this Bold New Work…
The show is perfectly aimed at young audiences and adults interested in puppetry alike.
Writer and theater artist Daniella Ignacio reflects on Wildwood Summer Theatre's 2022 production of 'The Lightning Thief' and the importance of Theater for Young Audiences as a genre.
Regional premiere of Lauren Yee's play gives AAPI artists a shot.
The inaugural fellows are Tessa Corrie, Rosie Hallett, Genevieve Jessee, Jasmine Murray, and Lindsey Abbott.
Students and faculty reflect on returning to in-person education in acting, playwriting, tech, and more at some of the nation's college theatre programs.
Browne receives the award on behalf of Urban Word in a virtual ceremony on December 7.
David Rice will step down in spring 2024 and the company will cease operations at the end of that season.
'Here There Are Blueberries' by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich will be honored in a ceremony in December.
Both artistic director Andrew Borba and managing director Sarah Clare Corporandy will step down in 2022.
Closing rituals will begin Nov. 20 with a public 'wake' at Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts.
Roots's focus will be on leading community efforts at the Richmond-based company.
