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News from On and Off York Street

Marc Robinson ’90 MFA, ’92 DFA Appointed Malcolm G. Chace ’56 Professor
Robinson teaches courses on the American avant-garde, modern American drama, contemporary performance in the US and UK, and critical writing.

Skylight Theatre Company Welcomes Armando Huipe (’19) as New Executive Director
Prior to joining the Skylight team, Armando developed extensive leadership skills while working as an independent arts management consultant.

James Bundy Reappointed Dean
“[His] creativity and vision have supported advances in both drama education and practice and positioned Yale for leadership in the field.”

Jacob Santos (’24) Talks Clothes with Dede Ayite (’11)
The current theater manager recently interviewed the two-time Tony-nominated costume designer.

How to Be an Antiracist Theatremaker
Shaminda Amarakoon, TD&P Chair, and four other producers talk about what they do and the power they hold to make change.

Lileana Blain-Cruz, Teo Castellanos Among 2021 Doris Duke Artists
Faculty member and Resident Director Lileana Blain Cruz named 2021 Doris Duke Artist.

Toni-Leslie James to Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor
Our Co-Chair of Design will receive a Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design at the 57th annual Henry Hewes Design Awards.

The Dramaturg’s Perspective: A Conversation with Amauta Firmino (’19)
Firmino, who dramaturged SLAVE PLAY from the 2017 Langston Hughes Festival through its Broadway run, discusses his role in playmaking.

David Bruin (’16, D.F.A. ’21) Named Executive Artistic Director
Celebration Barn Theater announced Bruin’s appointment leading into their 50th Anniversary Season.