Immerse yourself in the work
Learn about a work’s inspiration, ask questions of its creators, and deepen your understanding of the artistic process and the role of a theatre artist at the Center and beyond. Signature Spotlight Series events include:
Talkback Series
Learn about the process of putting on a production, what it's like to play the characters, what goes on behind the scenes, and much more in this post-show Q&A session with members of the creative team.
Book Club
Delve into the context of a Signature playwright’s work by discussing a related book or play and explore theatre's connection to other art forms through a guided discussion with Signature's literary staff.
Backstage Pass
Get an inside look at the mechanics behind the magic in this pre-show discussion with one of the show's designers. Learn how design shapes the audience experience and transforms a production.
Page to Stage
Hear the full story on how artists transform an idea into a play through a moderated discussion with members of the Artistic Team.
The World of the Play
Explore cultural themes in the play and gain insight into the intellectual context for the work in this moderated discussion, featuring a panel of scholars, experts and artists.
The Art of Collaboration
Dig deep into the relationship of multiple artists to understand how their creative dynamic has changed over time in this conversation between longtime artistic collaborators.
Signature Spotlight Series Moments
David Henry Hwang and Leigh Silverman speak at an Art of Collaboration event as part of Signature Theatre's Spotlight Series.
Page to Stage with Suzan-Lori Parks and Lileana Blain-Cruz. Photo by Cecile Oreste.
Backstage Pass with Vinnie Bagwell and Rob Marcato. Photo by Tristan Nash.
Backstage Pass with Barbara Rubin.
World of the Play with Donna Katzin, Teboho Moja, and Penelope Andrews.
World of the Play with Brian Phillips, Mary Johnson, Victoria Law, and Vivian Nixon.
Talkback with Michael Hayden and Tricia Paoluccio.
Talkback with Athol Fugard.