Nataki Garrett Steps Down as Artistic Director of Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

Nataki Garrett, the first Black female artistic director of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, has resigned amid criticism over her choice of plays and casting, as well as racist harassment. The festival is currently in the midst of a fundraising campaign to save the season. Board member Octavio Solis will step in to support and oversee the artistic leadership team during the transition and lead efforts to find an interim artistic director. Garrett's tenure has been controversial at times, with critics disagreeing with her choice of productions and a greater focus on diverse casting.