“The world premiere of Cori Thomas’ Lockdown, about the impacts of long-term incarceration and the reality of life inside prison, has found its cast. The Off-Broadway production will feature… Read more “The Cast of LOCKDOWN is Locked In – A Show on the Impact of Long-term Incarceration”
Meet Broadway Choreographer Camille A. Brown
“Camille A. Brown has made a name for herself as a star choreographer in the dance world, receiving accolades notably but not limited to the Princess Grace Award, TED Fellowship, Guggenheim… Read more “Meet Broadway Choreographer Camille A. Brown”
FIRST BLACK COUPLE TO DANCE LEAD ROLES FOR THE AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE – MISTY COPELAND AND CALVIN ROYAL III
“In 2015, Misty Copeland made history twice when she became the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre (ABT), and along with… Read more “FIRST BLACK COUPLE TO DANCE LEAD ROLES FOR THE AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE – MISTY COPELAND AND CALVIN ROYAL III”
The Story of The Temptations is Coming to Broadway in the Musical AIN’T TOO PROUD
“Ain’t Too Proud has found its home on Broadway! Producers Ira Pittelman and Tom Hulce have announced today that the new musical Ain’t Too Proud – The… Read more “The Story of The Temptations is Coming to Broadway in the Musical AIN’T TOO PROUD”
Kerry Washington Is Hitting Broadway This Fall
“Kerry Washington (ABC’s Scandal) and Steven Pasquale (this season’s Junk) will return to the stage to headline the Broadway premiere of Christopher Demos-Brown’s American Son. Tony winner Kenny Leon (represented on Broadway this season… Read more “Kerry Washington Is Hitting Broadway This Fall”
John Earl Jelks Will Reprise Role in Los Angeles Production of Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer-Winning Play SWEAT
“The complete cast has been announced for the Center Theatre Group staging of Lynn Nottage’s 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winning play Sweat. Directed by Lisa Peterson, performances will play the Mark Taper… Read more “John Earl Jelks Will Reprise Role in Los Angeles Production of Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer-Winning Play SWEAT”
Dominique Morisseau’s Play PIPELINE is Coming to Movie Theatres – Revealing the Plight of Black Boys in Our Schools
“Award-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau will see her play Pipeline hit select cinemas nationwide October 3, 5, and 7. Directed by Lileana Blaine-Cruz, the production was mounted Off-Broadway at Lincoln… Read more “Dominique Morisseau’s Play PIPELINE is Coming to Movie Theatres – Revealing the Plight of Black Boys in Our Schools”
Cover of Vogue Magazine to be Shot by 23-Year-Old Black Man Chosen by Beyoncé
“The cover of the upcoming issue of Vogue magazine will be shot by a black photographer, reportedly for the first time in the publication’s 126-year history. According… Read more “Cover of Vogue Magazine to be Shot by 23-Year-Old Black Man Chosen by Beyoncé”
‘Madam C.J. Walker’ Limited Series Starring Octavia Spencer & Produced By LeBron James to Appear on Netflix
“Netflix has given the green light to Madam C.J. Walker, an eight-episode limited series starring and executive produced by Oscar winner Octavia Spencer and executive produced by LeBron James. The announcement was made… Read more “‘Madam C.J. Walker’ Limited Series Starring Octavia Spencer & Produced By LeBron James to Appear on Netflix”
Once on This Island Wins Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical
How many of you watched the Tony Awards last night? It was absolutely amazing — filled with all the dazzle, sparkle, glitz, and glam that only Broadway… Read more “Once on This Island Wins Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical”
