Philanthropist says Philanthropy needs more “Black Anger.”
Social entrepreneur Rodney D. Foxworth Jr. prescribes using “Black Anger” for nonprofit leaders. Continue reading Philanthropist says Philanthropy needs more “Black Anger.”
Author: Gary Anderson
Artistic Director at Plowshares Theatre Company, director, artist, father of two and husband.
Soap Opera Celebrities picked to Co-Chair the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival
Organizers for the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival announced the schedule and its celebrity co-chairs, Anna Maria Horsford and Obba Babatundé. Continue reading Soap Opera Celebrities picked to Co-Chair the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival
Cherry Lane’s Mentor Project 2017 production ESAI’S TABLE makes casting announcement.
Nathan Yungerberg’s new play ESAI’S TABLE announces the cast for it’s reading as part of Cherry Lane’s Mentor Project. Continue reading Cherry Lane’s Mentor Project 2017 production ESAI’S TABLE makes casting announcement.
The New Black Fest Announces its 2017 Schedule
A week-long festival called The New Black Fest has been organized for the purpose of “celebrating, advocating, and showcasing diverse and provocative work in a festival of Black Theater … Continue reading The New Black Fest Announces its 2017 Schedule
Hit play NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN comes to Arena Stage in Washington, D.C.
Christina Ham’s NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN chosen for Arena Stage’s 2017-18 Season. Continue reading Hit play NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN comes to Arena Stage in Washington, D.C.
New York City Investing $2 Million to Increase Diversity in its Nonprofit Theaters
New York’s Theater Subdistrict Council announced a new $2 million inititative in grants to increase diversity among nonprofit theaters. Continue reading New York City Investing $2 Million to Increase Diversity in its Nonprofit Theaters
An Interview with Director Jennifer L. Nelson
Director Jennifer L. Nelson is interviewed by BroadwayWorld.com Continue reading An Interview with Director Jennifer L. Nelson
Lafayette Theatre remembered as an important venue in Black History
A Harlem showplace for decades, the now-defunct Lafayette Theatre is remembered as an important venue in Black Theatre history. Continue reading Lafayette Theatre remembered as an important venue in Black History
Chicago’s Windy City Playhouse presents Sassy and Satirical BOOTYCANDY
Robert O’Hara’s BOOTCANDY reveals insights to life growing up gay and Black. Continue reading Chicago’s Windy City Playhouse presents Sassy and Satirical BOOTYCANDY
Antagonism persists between New Freedom Theatre’s leaders & Alumni Coalition
Antagonism between Freedom Theater’s leaders, supporters leads to unresolved issues Continue reading Antagonism persists between New Freedom Theatre’s leaders & Alumni Coalition
Director Jarvis Green Sets Stage for new Black Theater Festival
Director Jarvis Green sets stage for a new Black Theatre Festival. Continue reading Director Jarvis Green Sets Stage for new Black Theater Festival
Nicholas Brothers celebrated in MY BROTHER’S KEEPER at Black Ensemble Theater
Chicago’s Black Ensemble Theater premieres new play covering the lives of The Nicholas Brothers. Continue reading Nicholas Brothers celebrated in MY BROTHER’S KEEPER at Black Ensemble Theater
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