Panels: The State of the Classics

Panels: The State of the Classics

The State of the Classics:

Free panel discussions on pushing the field forward

As Expand the Canon champions field-wide equitable change, we are thrilled to discuss how to create relevant, impactful classic theatre with these brilliant fellow experts and leaders.  

What is a Classic?

with Karen Ann Daniels, Artistic Director of Folger Theatreand Anna Morton, Literary Manager of Roundabout TheatreModerated by Emily LyonThis panel will focus on the questions: How do we define 'classics'?Are we satisfied with that definition?If not, how do we keep pushing the field to bridge that gap?

What's Getting Produced?

Manhattan Theatre Club Studios, 311 W 43rd Stwith Jill Rafson, Artistic Director of Classic Stage CompanyDanny Marin, Executive Director of Con Limón Productionand Melody Brooks, Artistic Director of New PerspectivesModerated by Shannon CorenthinThis panel will cultivate discussion around the questions: Data shows women and people of color... don't really get revivals.What does it take to get less-known titles produced?What paths can we take for new/old work to get productions?How many productions does it take to make something a classic?

Expand the Canon is sponsored in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, the NYSCA-A.R.T./New York Creative Opportunity Fund (A Statewide Theatre Regrant Program), and the Greater New York Arts Development Fund of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, administered by Brooklyn Arts Council (BAC).