Todd Talks
join us a series of online discussions with prominent and interesting theatre and performing artists of our time.
Todd Talks are:
- Moderated by UR International Theatre Program faculty and guest interlocuters
- Open to all and free of charge
- By registration only
'25-'26
Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5.00pm
Todd Talk: Arnulfo Maldonado
Join us for a conversation with Tony-nominee and Lortel & Obie Award-winning costume and scenic designer, Arnulfo Maldonado (Dead Outlaw, Yellow Face, Real Women Have Curves, Buena Vista Social Club -- all on Broadway) talking about theatre design and his career, with UR International Theatre Program's Artistic Director, Nigel Maister.
Monday, October 6 at 5pm on Zoom (registration required)
Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6.00pm
Todd Talk: Daniel Fish
Join us for a conversation with Tony-nominee and acclaimed, visionary director, Daniel Fish(Oklahoma! - West End & Broadway) speaking about his career and directing for theatre and film with UR International Theatre Program Artistic Director, Nigel Maister.
Monday, October 27 at 6pm on Zoom (registration required)
Monday, December 1, 2025 at 6.00pm
Todd Talk: Baron Vaughn talks about the Intersection of Stand-Up and Narrative
Join us for a conversation with playwright, celebrity comedian, and performer Baron Vaughn to chat about contemporary comedy and the intersection of comedy and narrative. Vaughn, an artist-in-residence at Geva Theatre since 2023 will talk about his series, The Work Out Room, and where he sees the future of comedy going.
Monday, December 1 at 6pm on Zoom (registration required)
Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5.00pm
Todd Talk: Embeth Davidtz
From Schindler's List to Matilda (Miss Honey!) to Mad Men to The Amazing Spider Man to The Morning Show and countless others, join us for a conversation with celebrated actor, Embeth Davidtz, as she discusses her acting career, and the work and challenges behind her acclaimed movie directorial debut, Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight. In conversation with the UR International Theatre Program's Artistic Director, Nigel Maister.
Monday, February 9 at 5pm on Zoom (registration required)
Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6.00pm
Todd Talk: Lucas Hnath
Join us for a conversation with multi-award nominee and acclaimed playwright, Lucas Hnath (The Christians, A Doll's House, Part 2, Dana H;Broadway, Off-Broadway and International) speaking about writing and about his career with UR International Theatre Program Artistic Director, Nigel Maister.