Celebrating Black History at Alley Theatre
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Alley Theatre is proud to celebrate Black History Month 2025, honoring Black communities and creatives.
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Behind the Music of Seared
Author: Lauren Pelletier
When I first began discussing Seared with director Brandon Weinbrenner, the idea of jazz emerged almost immediately. It wasn’t a forced concept—it was an instinct, a gut reaction to the rhythms, tensions, and improvisations that define both a high-stakes kitchen and the world of jazz.
The Integration of Alley Theatre
Author: Lauren Pelletier
In 1949, during the first season at its Berry Avenue location, Alley Theatre took a quiet but significant step toward integration. Eight women from The Links, a prominent Black women’s organization, approached founder Nina Vance with a bold request—to purchase the entire house for a single performance, ensuring a space for Black audiences in an era of strict segregation. Vance agreed, marking a pivotal moment in the theatre’s history.
Alley Theatre’s Artistic Team Celebrate Black Arts and Media
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Inspired by Barack Obama’s reading and music lists, Alley Theatre’s Artistic Team has curated a selection of some of their favorite Black playwrights, plays, literature, arts and media
Celebrating Black History Month 2025 at Alley Theatre
Author: Lauren Pelletier
This February, Alley Theatre is proud to celebrate Black History Month 2025 with a powerful lineup of events honoring Black communities and creatives. It’s a time to amplify Black artists’ voices, foster meaningful connections, and ignite essential conversations about representation in the arts.
Reflections of a Lighting Designer
Author: Lauren Pelletier
What a great way to start my new year with you all creating the world for Marisela’s new play.
Bold Flavors, Sharper Words
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Indulge your senses in this spicy comedy of culinary chaos and artistic vision that clashes with the hard realities of business.
The Allure of the Slow Burn: Why We Love This Timeless Romance Trope
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Romance has a way of capturing hearts like no other genre. Among its many tropes, the “slow burn” stands out as a fan favorite.
Suggested Readings for December: a love years in the making
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Marisela Treviño Orta’s beautiful play December: a love years in the making tells the story of an unlikely couple who connect over a shared love of music, poetry, and film. Immerse yourself in the world of this three-decade romance, with these artworks referenced in the play:
Experience the World Premiere of December
Author: Lauren Pelletier
Follow the friendship between a creative writing professor and her former student as it blossoms into romance over two decades of exchanged letters, writings, and beloved poems.
