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The Industry Conversation Around 10 out of 12s

As you may have noticed, many members of the theatre community have begun speaking out regarding 10 out of 12s, and sharing a related graphic on social media. There is much to discuss about this complex and nuanced issue, which impacts theatremakers throughout the industry. We therefore want to ensure that dramatists are able to be informed and active participants in this conversation. What are 10 out of 12s? The term “10 out of 12” refers to an Actors...
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DG Announces New Director of Community Engagement, Jenna Chrisphonte 

The Dramatists Guild of America is proud to announce that it has hired Jenna Chrisphonte as its first Director of Community Engagement. This is a new position which was created in response to the membership’s desire for a means to respond as a constituency to the altered political and social environment following the 2016 election. Jenna will be working with Guild members across the country to identify both national and local priority issues, coordinate collective actions and political...