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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

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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

Events and Happenings

PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

This production will be a radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic dance musical Cats based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. Inspired by...

Broadway BlackJune 21, 2024

Events and Happenings

The Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation Sponsors ‘Push Party’ World Premiere Performance

Broadway Bound

Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

Opening Night

PHOTOS: Lempicka Opening Night & Curtain Call

Opening Night

PHOTOS: The Outsiders Opening Night + Curtain Call

The Outsiders features a book by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine, music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin...

Angela Marie OrellanaApril 14, 2024

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

Behind The Scenes

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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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

Behind The Scenes

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

Behind The Scenes

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

Behind The Scenes

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

Behind The Scenes

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

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

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Theater Talks: The Color Purple Presented By Schomburg Center

Behind The Scenes

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

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

Events and Happenings

The Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation Sponsors ‘Push Party’ World Premiere Performance

Broadway Bound

Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

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

Cast List

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

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

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Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

Opening Night

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

Cast List

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

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

Events and Happenings

The Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation Sponsors ‘Push Party’ World Premiere Performance

Broadway Bound

Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

Opening Night

PHOTOS: Lempicka 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

Cast List

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

Broadway Bound

Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

Opening Night

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

Cast List

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

Cast List

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

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

In Memoriam

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

Concert Night

Sunday Schooled! Britton & The Sting Is Church

BWYBLK Event

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

Features

WATCH: Amandla Stenberg Talks Dear Evan Hansen + Anonymous Ones

Just Wow!

Make Them Hear You – A Trayvon Martin Tribute

Music

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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