What next for New Rep?

Rick Lombardo's departure after 12 years as the artistic director of the New Repertory Theatre in Watertown should be seen as a tremendous opportunity for the troupe to set its course for the next 12. It also highlights the ferment in the local theater scene, with transitions also underway at the Huntington and the ART, as well as New Rep. Lombardo will stay through the season and direct several shows will beginning his takeover at the larger San Jose Repertory Theatre in California.