HOBO KING gets its World Premiere in Chicago
Congo Square premieres Javon Johnson’s HOBO KING Continue reading HOBO KING gets its World Premiere in Chicago
Tag: Black Theatre
The Rise in Black Theatre,…in the UK?
Over the last few years England has seen a rise in the number of plays featuring Black talent in the country’s theatres. Plays written, produced and directed by playwrights of African descent, as well as the number of producing organizations primarily focused on … Continue reading The Rise in Black Theatre,…in the UK?
Harlem 9 and Pregones Theater present 48 HOURS IN…EL BRONX
6 Playwrights, 6 Directors, and 18 Actors unite in six 10-minute raw impressions of 6 Bronx sources and events. The short plays will be created over the span of 48 hours and performed live. Continue reading Harlem 9 and Pregones Theater present 48 HOURS IN…EL BRONX
Theatre Royal Bath presents TROUBLE IN MIND during its “North American Season”
UK’s Theatre Royal Bath presents TROUBLE IN MIND in a season focusing on works from North America. Continue reading Theatre Royal Bath presents TROUBLE IN MIND during its “North American Season”
Broadway Star Audra McDonald cited as Cause for SHUFFLE ALONG Closure
The producers of SHUFFLE ALONG file a lawsuit to cover $12 million in loses due to the shows untimely closure. Continue reading Broadway Star Audra McDonald cited as Cause for SHUFFLE ALONG Closure
A Director’s Thoughts on August Wilson’s JITNEY
Director Ruben Santiago reflects on the power in August Wilson’s JITNEY at the Manhattan Theatre Club. Continue reading A Director’s Thoughts on August Wilson’s JITNEY
“Census of Black Theatre” to be taken
A census of the field of Black Theatre in North America is proposed. Continue reading “Census of Black Theatre” to be taken
New Freedom Theatre Celebrates the Return of Holiday Treat BLACK NATIVITY
New Freedom celebrates 50th Anniversary with a return of its annual holiday favorite BLACK NATIVITY. Continue reading New Freedom Theatre Celebrates the Return of Holiday Treat BLACK NATIVITY
Award-winning actor/playwright tells of his SUMMER IN SANCTUARY
Peabody Award Winner Al Letson performs his poignant one-man show based on his experiences running a summer writing program for at-risk youth. Continue reading Award-winning actor/playwright tells of his SUMMER IN SANCTUARY
Washington, Davis Become Oscar Frontrunners for FENCES
Actors Denzel Washington and Viola Davis have been propelled into the lead in Oscar speculation. Both are considered a lock to receive nominations for their performances in Washington’s film adaptation of August Wilson’s FENCES. Some are saying the awards are theirs already. Continue reading Washington, Davis Become Oscar Frontrunners for FENCES
Reviews are in for Harrison David Rivers’s SWEET.
via Review: Sisters at War in “SWEET,” a Triangle Amid ’60 Tulmult The National Black Theatre opens its 48th season with the premiere of Harrison David River’s colorful play, Sweet. Making her NYC directorial debut is Raelle Myrick-Hodges. Sweet paints the lives of three Midwesterners … Continue reading Reviews are in for Harrison David Rivers’s SWEET.
EVERY 28 HOURS presents 80 One-minute Plays by 90 Writers
Every 28 Hours presents 80 One-Minute Play by 90 Writers Continue reading EVERY 28 HOURS presents 80 One-minute Plays by 90 Writers
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