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Theater Talks: The Color Purple Presented By Schomburg Center

This landmark musical based on Alice Walker’s novel of the same name follows the the inspirational Celie, as she journeys from childhood through joy...

Drew ShadeFebruary 8, 2016

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Sing Girl Sing: One on One with Sojourners Playwright Mfoniso Udofia

Ask Nigerian-American playwright, actress and educator Mfoniso Udofia what her first love is and she’ll tell you, to the surprise of many, “singing.” Surprising only...

Broadway BlackFebruary 1, 2016

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Theater Talks: The Royale Presented by Schomburg Center

Theater Talks: The Royale Presented by Schomburg Center Moderator: Andrew Shade, Founder & Editorial Director of Broadway Black Cast: McKinley Belcher III, Khris Davis,...

Broadway BlackJanuary 27, 2016

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The Awards Vol. III Nomination Ceremony Hosted by Keenan Scott II & D. Woods

Broadway artists Keenan Scott II (Thoughts of a Colored Man) & D. Woods (For Colored Girls… Revival) host The Awards Vol. III Nomination Ceremony....

Broadway BlackJuly 7, 2023

Features

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

Award Nominations

Myles Frost & Lea Michele Host The 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations

Award Nominations

The 2023 TONY AWARD® Nominations

Events and Happenings

The 2nd Annual Awards by Broadway Black: Full Winners List

Broadway Black held a private ceremony for The Awards formerly known as The Antonyos on February 20th, 2023 at Chelsea Table + Stage. The...

Broadway BlackMarch 4, 2023

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PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Broadway Bound

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

Never Forget

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

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Exclusive: Kimberly Scott Talks Sweat, Nottage Vs. Wilson, & What Inspires Her

Kimberly Scott has spent 30 years honing her craft in a distinguished and successful career in film, television, and theatre. A Tony Award nominee...

Broadway BlackJanuary 21, 2016

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Hamilton Joins PBS’s Great Performances Series

Hamilton has this organic buzz and magnetic quality about it. Some have even dared to call it life-changing. What I know for sure is,...

Broadway BlackJanuary 20, 2016

A Must See

First-Ever BroadwayCon Gives Theatre Fans Ultimate Experience

There’s no place like Broadway, and BroadwayCon is a place where theatre fans can converge with artists to celebrate shows and the people who...

Broadway BlackJanuary 11, 2016

A Must See

Jennifer Hudson Talks The Color Purple & Her Broadway Journey

CBS recently brought us up close and personal into the life of Grammy Award winner Jennifer Hudson as part of the “Sunday Morning” program with correspondent...

Broadway BlackDecember 21, 2015

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Simba Almost Ended Up in Vegas! The Lion King’s Alternate Ending

While Las Vegas is the place for big shows and dreams to be made, some ideas should never make it to the stage. That’s exactly...

Broadway BlackNovember 12, 2015

A Must See

NBC Takes Us Behind The Yellow Brick Road With The Making of The Wiz Live!

I think it’s safe to say, we’re all sitting on the edge of our seats with popcorn and Sour Patch Kids, waiting for the...

Broadway BlackNovember 2, 2015

A Must See

WATCH: Look into the First Rehearsal of The Color Purple

If this is what the cast of The Color Purple looks like on Day One of rehearsal, we’re definitely gonna need a box of tissues when...

Broadway BlackOctober 27, 2015

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Disney Multi-City Casting Call: Are You The Next Simba or Aladdin?

Aspiring performers looking to make their big break in Broadway and beyond can bring their jazz and tap shoes or best 16 bars to...

Broadway BlackOctober 16, 2015

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Oprah Surprises Cast of The Color Purple In Rehearsal

“You get a hug! You get a hug!” was the sentiment this afternoon as the cast of The Color Purple got a surprise visit from...

Broadway BlackOctober 15, 2015

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Opening More Doors: Finding Perfection in Diversity

As an actress, I believe that part of the journey in improving your craft is to seek roles that stretch the boundaries of what you...

Broadway BlackOctober 8, 2015

Behind The Scenes

The Tyler Perry Factor – Will Madea Ever Go To Broadway?

For some, it seemed that producer, filmmaker, playwright and actor Tyler Perry was an overnight sensation. His wildly popular plays centering often on family...

Broadway BlackOctober 5, 2015

Behind The Scenes

Swings: Unsung Heroes of the Theatre

It’s opening night. Performers wait anxiously for the overture to begin. A final mental pass through of lines and choreography complement the simmering back...

Broadway BlackSeptember 30, 2015

A Must See

Arts and Activism in America: Malika Oyetimein

Director Malika Oyetimein is on a mission. She has focused her career in the theater to “Create change. To affect people with my work....

Broadway BlackSeptember 23, 2015

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Theater Talks: The Color Purple Presented By Schomburg Center

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Sing Girl Sing: One on One with Sojourners Playwright Mfoniso Udofia

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Theater Talks: The Royale Presented by Schomburg Center

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#TheAntonyos

The Awards Vol. III Nomination Ceremony Hosted by Keenan Scott II & D. Woods

Features

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

Award Nominations

Myles Frost & Lea Michele Host The 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations

Award Nominations

The 2023 TONY AWARD® Nominations

Events and Happenings

The 2nd Annual Awards by Broadway Black: Full Winners List

#TheAntonyos

PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Broadway Bound

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

Never Forget

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

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The Wiz To Return To Broadway; Jaquel Knight, Amber Ruffin, & More Attached

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

Never Forget

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

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

#TheAntonyos

PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Features

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

Award Nominations

Myles Frost & Lea Michele Host The 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations

Award Nominations

The 2023 TONY AWARD® Nominations

#TheAntonyos

PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

Broadway Bound

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

Never Forget

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

Special Performance

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

Extended Runs

The Collaboration Opening Tomorrow, Now Extended Through January 29

Broadway Bound

The Wiz To Return To Broadway; Jaquel Knight, Amber Ruffin, & More Attached

Broadway Bound

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

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’

#TheAntonyos

PHOTOS: The Awards, Formerly Known As The Antonyos

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The 2nd Annual Antonyo Awards postponed, with new date to be announced

Extended Runs

The Phantom of The Opera Announces The First & Only Extension Possible

Extended Runs

The Collaboration Opening Tomorrow, Now Extended Through January 29

BWYBLK Event

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

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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

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The Eve Of Jackie World Premiere Starring Chester Gregory

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Motown: The Musical Commerical

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