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PHOTOS: Jawan Jackson & Amber Wright Celebrate Baby Jackson

Jawan Jackson (Ain’t Too Proud) & Amber Wright are expecting a new addition to their family! A few weeks ago, the couple creatively announced...

Broadway BlackNovember 9, 2021

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She’s Beautiful and She’s Here: Cynthia Erivo Set to Publish a Children’s Book this Fall

Adding to her already stellar roster of talents as a Tony- Grammy- and Emmy winning actress, Cynthia Erivo is now adding author to her...

Tremaine A. PriceFebruary 25, 2021

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Congratulations To Newlyweds Bradley Gibson And Adam Hyndman

Congratulations to Bradley Gibson (The Lion King, A Bronx Tale: The Musical) and Adam Hyndman (Hadestown, Once On This Island) on saying “I do.”...

NatalynFebruary 18, 2021

Opening Night

PHOTOS: Lempicka Opening Night & Curtain Call

Last night, Lempicka, the highly anticipated new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, opened on Broadway. Starring leading lady Eden Espinosa, the...

Broadway BlackApril 15, 2024

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Outsiders Opening Night + Curtain Call

Cast List

Our Town Returns to Broadway with a Stellar Cast including Michelle Wilson, Ephraim Sykes, Billy Eugene Jones, & More

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Who’s TOMMY Opening Night Red Carpet & Curtain Call

Behind The Scenes

Go Inside Rehearsal: The Wiz Revival Releases A Snippet Before First Preview; Performances Begin March 29th

The Wiz revival Producers Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, Ambassador Theatre Group, Kandi Burruss, and Todd Tucker have unveiled an exciting glimpse...

Broadway BlackMarch 29, 2024

Cast List

Stori Ayers, Tory Kittles, & Brittany Inge Will Star in HOME on Broadway

In Memoriam

Remembering the Legacy of Louis Gossett Jr.; Dead at 87

Concert Night

Wayne Brady, Amber Iman, Mykal Kilgore & More Join Miscast24

Behind The Scenes

Broadway Black Box | Opening Night: Amazing Grace

We had such a wonderful night at Amazing Grace on Broadway. Read our experience in our We Were There: Broadway’s Newest Original Musical Amazing Grace Opening...

Drew ShadeJuly 17, 2015

Coming Soon

Cicely Tyson Among 2015 Kennedy Center Honorees

The legendary Cicely Tyson who will soon return to Broadway alongside James Earl Jones in The Gin Game, has been announced as one of...

Drew ShadeJuly 15, 2015

A Must See

Michelle Obama & Family Visit Kinky Boots + Sing Aladdin’s Friend Like Me

First Lady Michelle Obama, her mother Marian Robinson, and her two daughters Sasha and Malia, brought their dancing shoes to the July 11 matinee of...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJuly 15, 2015

Coming Soon

Broadway In The Hood Announces New Residency

Earlier this week, Las Vegas-based A Source of Joy Theatricals announced their new residency at The Smith Center in Las Vegas. The five Broadway plays...

Broadway BlackJuly 15, 2015

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Highly Anticipated Musical Hamilton Begins Its Reign

After months of buzz, the highly anticipated off- Broadway hit musical Hamilton begins Broadway previews July 13. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit musical is set to officially open...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJuly 13, 2015

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Alton Fitzgerald White Ends Run As The Longest Running Mufasa In The Lion King

July 5, 2015 is a rather important day in Broadway history; after 4,308 performances, Alton Fitzgerald White took his final curtain call as the...

Broadway BlackJuly 9, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Meet the 2015 Best Actress Jimmy Award Winner Marla Louissaint

The seventh annual National High School Musical Theatre Awards took place on June 29, 2015, at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway, hosted by Michael...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJuly 9, 2015

A Must See

The Lion King Celebrates 80 Million Guests Worldwide

Disney’s The Lion King celebrates yet another milestone. The production, now in its 18th year, is still regarded as the most popular musical in...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJuly 9, 2015

Broadway Bound

Misty Copeland To Make Her Broadway Debut In On The Town

Well, it seems as though the good news just doesn’t stop for Misty Copeland. After making history as the first Black principal dancer for...

Drew ShadeJuly 6, 2015

Broadway Black History Fact

Misty Copeland First Black Principal Ballerina For American Ballet Theatre

Earlier this week, Misty Copeland made history when she was promoted to principal dancer of the prestigious American Ballet Theatre, becoming the first African-American...

Broadway BlackJuly 3, 2015

Concert Night

Encores! Little Shop of Horrors Scores Big At New York City Center

Last week Little Shop of Horrors debuted as part of the 2015 Encores! Off-Center season. The cast included Oscar nominee Jake Gyllenhaal as Seymour, Tony Award Nominee Ellen...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJuly 3, 2015

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The August Wilson Center Is Staying Afloat

Famed playwright August Wilson , a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania lived from April 1945 to October 2005. He left behind, not only a legacy of...

Broadway BlackJune 24, 2015

Broadway Black History Musical

Karamu House: Celebrating 100 Years

This past Saturday, there was a huge celebration for Karamu House; home to the Karamu Theatre for the past 95 years, the event was held...

Broadway BlackJune 15, 2015

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The National Black Theatre TEER Spirit Awards

The Seventh Annual National Black Theatre TEER Spirit Awards Gala will take place on June 18th and will be hosted by Russell G. Jones....

Broadway BlackJune 9, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

2015 Theatre World Awards

Artists of color shined at the 2015 Theatre World Awards this week with Daveed Diggs (Hamilton) and Karen Pittman (Disgraced) among the recipients of...

Broadway BlackJune 8, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

2015 Drama Desk Award Winner Standouts

The 2015 Drama Desk Award winners were announced recently, and among the crop are some deserving and talented actors. The awards are presented annually to recognize excellence in...

Broadway BlackJune 3, 2015

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PHOTOS: Jawan Jackson & Amber Wright Celebrate Baby Jackson

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She’s Beautiful and She’s Here: Cynthia Erivo Set to Publish a Children’s Book this Fall

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Congratulations To Newlyweds Bradley Gibson And Adam Hyndman

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Opening Night

PHOTOS: Lempicka Opening Night & Curtain Call

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Outsiders Opening Night + Curtain Call

Cast List

Our Town Returns to Broadway with a Stellar Cast including Michelle Wilson, Ephraim Sykes, Billy Eugene Jones, & More

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Who’s TOMMY Opening Night Red Carpet & Curtain Call

Behind The Scenes

Go Inside Rehearsal: The Wiz Revival Releases A Snippet Before First Preview; Performances Begin March 29th

Cast List

Stori Ayers, Tory Kittles, & Brittany Inge Will Star in HOME on Broadway

In Memoriam

Remembering the Legacy of Louis Gossett Jr.; Dead at 87

Concert Night

Wayne Brady, Amber Iman, Mykal Kilgore & More Join Miscast24

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Leslie Odom Jr. Will Return To Broadway In Ossie Davis’ Purlie Victorious

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PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Never Forget

FLASHBACK! The Color Purple Revival Cast Sing ‘I Won’t Complain’

Events and Happenings

PHOTOS: Whoopi Goldberg, Queen Latifah & More Visit Ain’t No Mo’

Features

Count It All Joy! Joy Woods Brings It Full Circle with ‘Little Shop’

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Outsiders Opening Night + Curtain Call

Cast List

Our Town Returns to Broadway with a Stellar Cast including Michelle Wilson, Ephraim Sykes, Billy Eugene Jones, & More

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Who’s TOMMY Opening Night Red Carpet & Curtain Call

Cast List

Stori Ayers, Tory Kittles, & Brittany Inge Will Star in HOME on Broadway

In Memoriam

Remembering the Legacy of Louis Gossett Jr.; Dead at 87

Concert Night

Wayne Brady, Amber Iman, Mykal Kilgore & More Join Miscast24

Off Broadway

Classic Stage Company’s Production of Wine in the Wilderness by Alice Childress Postponed

Cast List

André De Shields, “Tempress” Chasity Moore, Antwayn Hopper + More To Star in Cats: “The Jellicle Ball”

Broadway Bound

Leslie Odom Jr. Will Return To Broadway In Ossie Davis’ Purlie Victorious

#TheAntonyos

PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Never Forget

FLASHBACK! The Color Purple Revival Cast Sing ‘I Won’t Complain’

Events and Happenings

PHOTOS: Whoopi Goldberg, Queen Latifah & More Visit Ain’t No Mo’

Features

Count It All Joy! Joy Woods Brings It Full Circle with ‘Little Shop’

Cast List

Our Town Returns to Broadway with a Stellar Cast including Michelle Wilson, Ephraim Sykes, Billy Eugene Jones, & More

Extended Runs

The Collaboration Opening Tomorrow, Now Extended Through January 29

Special Performance

TOPDOG/UNDERDOG Celebrates The Divine Nine with Special Performance January 10

BWYBLK Event

Twilight Los Angeles, 1992 BIPOC Theatre Night Oct 15 at Signature Theatre

Features

WATCH: Amandla Stenberg Talks Dear Evan Hansen + Anonymous Ones

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Make Them Hear You – A Trayvon Martin Tribute

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Leslie Odom Jr And Nicolette Robinson SMASH Stay By Rihanna

World Premiere

The Eve Of Jackie World Premiere Starring Chester Gregory

Broadway Bound

Motown: The Musical Commerical

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