Anne Welsbacher writes fiction, plays, and nonfiction. She can be found on Substack and Bluesky. awelsbacher.com
In its 26th year, the company presents two wildly different approaches to Shakespeare: An '80s undergraduate take on comedy "Love's Labours Lost" opens June 6, and a "no gimmicks" version of "Romeo and Juliet" is coming in September.
A new novel by Wichita native Helen Sheehy explores the lives of early 20th-century Kansas and Oklahoma farmers and ranchers. Technically fiction, “Just Willa” drips with the kinds of details that the best historians mine from deep research.
Set against the backdrop of WWII, “Into the Breeches” is a comedic love letter to the Bard. The eight-show production begins this week and runs through May 4.
The College Hill theater delivers a strong production of Lanford Wilson’s powerful play, on stage through Sunday.
The national competition has developed shows by young playwrights for half a century. This year's winner is on stage this week.
Through the frenzy of Kate Hamill’s newest Sherlock Holmes adaptation, presented this weekend only by Wichita Repertory Theatre, women put together the puzzle pieces — and lift each another up.
Impressive choreography, strong musicality, and an energetic ensemble deliver shiny stories of New York subways past.
In his latest book, former Wichitan Scott Phillips scrapes away the shiny paint of the glamorous movie industry to reveal the pentimento underneath. In the end, the smutty, cynical novel emerges as a cheerful and genuine toast to love.
A strong cast, dazzling technical elements, and the rambunctious joy of children illuminate Roald Dahl’s dark musical. The regional premiere is on at Century II through Sunday.
