“Issues-based theatre when it happens falls into two categories at the moment. Moscow’s Teatr.doc embodies the company that produces grimy work to challenge society – and gets targeted and closed down by the authorities, often violently. Not to be confused with productions that push the wider boundaries, like the Bolshoi’s lavish Nureyev, which got pulled for its overtly gay themes. The difference? Oligarchs, ministers and prestigious Golden Mask awards go to one and not the other.” – The Stage
How The Feminist Art Coalition Is Changing The United States In 2020
Though the Met is still perilously close to the percentage that so angered the Guerrilla Girls in 1985, things may be slowly changing – and they may be accelerated just before the U.S.’s presidential election by a concerted effort to show women artists. The plan is big, and growing by the day. “Initially, only 52 museums and art institutions were involved, but since launching their website last week, organizers have been flooded with emails from spaces asking to participate.” – The Guardian (UK)
The Real Streaming Era Has Begun
Streaming services – Netflix, Amazon, etc. etc. etc. – have been challenging Hollywood for years, but before now, the three biggest old companies weren’t involved. Now they’re “all in,” as executives have said as they launch their streaming services. And that means “the onslaught is upending how Hollywood does business in almost every way.” Are we ready? IS anyone ready? – The New York Times