SEX VARIANTS: Fabulating Queer History
SEX VARIANTS co-writer James La Bella interviews design collaborators Jessica Mitrani and Attilio Rigotti about their process of critical imagination in creating visual worlds.
The Semiotics of Skibidi Toilet
R&D group member James La Bella takes us on meme-filled deconstructionist adventure through the creation of his play, “Melt.Punish.”
Reflections of Reflections: Mirror Halls of Truth in ‘Dana H.’ and ‘While You Were Partying’
A look at narrative autonomy and mutations of truth in two shows from the 2021 New York season from former Civilians staff member and playwright James La Bella.
Actor’s Failings in Men: On Klaus Mann’s ‘Mephisto
A brief history of ‘Mephisto’, in anticipation of the Berliner Ensemble’s new adaptation.
Speaking with Colette Robert and Accra Shepp of “Showing Up”
Associate damaturg James La Bella sits down with Colette Robert and Accra Shepp to speak about upcoming cabaret “Showing Up”
Hedgepig Ensemble Expands the Canon
Speaking with R&D Group member Emily Lyon about the company’s classic play initiative.
Death’s Green Screen Paradise: Nineties Productions’ Memento Mori
A consideration of the Dutch performance-collective’s latest ritual.
Mr. Miyagi’s Theater Company Revived to Present SIDES: Zoom Edition
Mr. Miyagi’s Theater Company returns after a fifteen-year hiatus to present a continuation of their popular show “SIDES: The Fear is Real…”
The “Closet” Closet-Drama: On Derek McCormack’s Latest Work
An appraisal of Derek McCormack’s latest work as a closet drama and literary object.