“Murder” on the Theater Express
Extended Play sits down (virtually) with playwright Anne Washburn to talk about her infamous “murder board”, generational differences in the theater, and the currency of enjoyment.
Hughes on First: An Interview with Holly Hughes
To scholars of queer 90s art, the name Holly Hughes will be a familiar one. Hughes, along with fellow experimental artists Karen Finley, Tim Miller and John Fleck, was part of the notorious “NEA Four,” whose Supreme Court case marked the end of individual artist funding. In light of recent struggles between artistic institutions and […]
The People vs. The NEA
As the ACLU files a lawsuit against the NEA, we are sharing the original February open letter written in protest of discriminatory guidelines.
The Medium and the Message
RADIO DOWNTOWN designer, Ryan Gamblin, talks to Extended Play editor Faith Zamblé about sound, simulations and community across time.
Announcing The Civilians’ 2024-25 R&D Group, Finalists, Semi-Finalists
Meet the R&D class of 2024-25, as well as the immensely talented group of finalists and semi-finalists, below.
For Whom the Bel Tolls
Genre-crossing actor and artist April Matthis chats with Extended Play about her role in the upcoming piece “Jérôme Bel (2021)” as the celebrated French choreographer.
Loneliness in a Time of Mass Extinction
Next Forever resident Kate Douglas talks to Extended Play editor Faith Zamblé about time, space, grief and how plays make space for wonder and loss.
Imagined Futures, New Utopias
Next Forever resident Kate Tarker and Extended Play editor Faith Zamblé discuss Tarker’s new project “Topia”, climate consciousness, and more.
Choose Your Own “Riparian State”
An interview with Next Forever artist Kareem Fahmy about the research and creation of his new play, “Riparian States.”
Remembering Daniel Dennett, a True (Un)Believer
This piece was written in honor of Daniel Dennett, a principled thinker, teacher, writer, philosopher and friend of the Civilians who passed away in April 2024.
The Auspicious Return of Mr. Burns
“Mr. Burns” is back and more electric than ever! Explore the creation of this piece in advance of its 10th anniversary concert reading at Playwrights Horizons.
LISTEN | Dredging Up the Past: Zachariah Ezer and Dominique Rider in Conversation
R&D group members Zachariah Ezer and Dominique Rider talk about Zachariah’s new play, “The Single Raindrop” and the theoretical philosophy behind their collaboration.
Two-Part Names & Other Joys: An Interview with Faith Zamblé
The Civilians’ Resident Dramaturg Phoebe Corde sits down (virtually) with Extended Play editor Faith Zamblé to talk dramaturgy, research, and more.
Performance of ‘What You Are Now’ Streaming Now Free For A Limited Time
The Civilians & Ensemble Studio Theatre’s production of Sam Chanse’s WHAT YOU ARE NOW is now streaming for free until September 25th, 2022 on EST’s website.
VOX: Recreating The Simpsons in the post-apocalypse
Anne Washburn, the playwright behind Mr. Burns, explains herself: “It’s about the comfort of looking again.”