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Tonya Pinkins Stars in Great Anti-war Drama, Mother Courage

The stage has long been a place for playwrights to explore highly charged issues and anti-war plays have a particularly long history in theatre....

Broadway BlackDecember 8, 2015

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Ruben Santiago-Hudson Discusses Broadway’s Musical Legacy for City Center Encores! Unscripted

New York City Center continues its work of “bringing the backstage center stage” with City Center Encores! Unscripted. Partnering with The Jerome L. Greene...

Broadway BlackDecember 8, 2015

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LaChiusa’s Hello Again Starring Audra McDonald Begins Filming

Broadway superwoman Audra McDonald has to be the busiest woman in show business – on stage and off. Previously, we told you about her...

Broadway BlackDecember 7, 2015

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The Soul Now Sings: A Musical Christmas Journey At The Greene Space

Tis the season for new musicals! The Greene Space announced its newest addition to this holiday season: the premiere of The Soul Now Sings, a new...

Broadway BlackDecember 4, 2015

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Watch The Wiz Live & The Making of The Wiz

We know what you came to see, but just take a minute and make sure you read the following for important dates for The...

Drew ShadeDecember 4, 2015

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What You Need To Know Before Seeing “Chi-Raq”

Nearly 2,500 years ago Greek playwright Aristophanes wrote an anti-war comedy measuring the rage of war versus the power of sex. One of his most popular...

Broadway BlackDecember 3, 2015

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Original Eclipsed Cast with Lupita Nyong’o Set For Broadway, Will Make History

It’s a reunion. And not the “Who made the bad potato salad?” variety. This reunion has critics and audiences cheering as the Eclipsed cast...

Broadway BlackDecember 2, 2015

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Southern University Human Jukebox Has Us Feeling A Brand New Day!

There is nothing quite like the anticipation of sitting in the stands and anxiously awaiting the band to take the field during a half...

Broadway BlackDecember 2, 2015

Across The Pond

Charl Brown Joins West End Production of Motown

Charl Brown, who originated the iconic role of Smokey Robinson on Broadway, will recreate his Tony nominated performance in the West End production of...

Broadway BlackDecember 2, 2015

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Wayne Brady Puts On His Kinky Boots

According to Emmy winner Wayne Brady, playing characters that are far removed from who he is as a person is EXACTLY why he wanted...

Broadway BlackDecember 1, 2015

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Nene Leakes Is Living Her Dreams During Her Run In Chicago

Move over, ladies; there’s a new Mama in town! As previously announced, Real Housewives of Atlanta star Nene Leakes began her run as Matron...

Broadway BlackDecember 1, 2015

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Broadway Inspirational Voices Holiday Concert

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, I’m not talking about Tonys season, but Christmas season! The time of year where it...

Broadway BlackDecember 1, 2015

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Staceyann Chin’s MotherStruck! Premieres Off Broadway

Because I’m not a mother, I can only imagine the effort and care that go into the months leading to the birth of a...

Broadway BlackNovember 30, 2015

Broadway Bound

Danai Gurira Talks Eclipsed And Friendship With Lupita On The Tonight Show

Actress, playwright, and sword-wielding zombie killer, Danai Gurira, stopped by the The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to talk about the monumental success she’s earned in 2015. ...

Broadway BlackNovember 27, 2015

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Montego Glover Joins The Cast Of The Royale

The fierce and fabulous Tony-nominated Montego Glover (Memphis) joins the cast of Marco Ramirez’s new off-Broadway play, The Royale, which will be bobbing and weaving...

Broadway BlackNovember 26, 2015

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Motown The Musical Returns To Broadway Summer 2016

If Broadway was personified as a young Michael Jackson, its theme song would be “I Want You Back.” It won’t be long before Broadway will...

Broadway BlackNovember 24, 2015

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Crystal Monee Hall Headlines Season of Love Concert

Rent star, Crystal Monee Hall, will hit the Rockwood Music Hall for her second annual “Season of Love Concert: Crystal Monee Hall & Friends.” The crooner will offer soulful renditions...

Broadway BlackNovember 24, 2015

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NBC Releases New Promos as The Wiz Live! Prepares for Premiere

Are you ready to meet…the Wizard? We are less than TWO WEEKS away from the musical television event of the SEASON and, of course, you...

Broadway BlackNovember 23, 2015

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Eclipsed Enters Final Week At Public Theater, Broadway On Horizon

The sold-out Off-Broadway premiere of Danai Gurira’s Eclipsed – with a Nov. 29 wrap after being extended twice at The Public Theater – has...

Broadway BlackNovember 22, 2015

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Leslie Odom Jr. Visits Late Night with Seth Meyers

Broadway’s favorite villain, Leslie Odom Jr., hit “Late Night with Seth Meyers” last week to discuss his role in the hit musical Hamilton, what lends...

Broadway BlackNovember 21, 2015

Events and Happenings

Freedom Riders: A Journey With No End in Sight, Harlem Stage Honors 10 Years of Reckoning and Resistance

Events and Happenings

Monifah, C. King, and More Star In Man Of The House At Brooklyn’s Billie Holiday Theatre

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Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer to Star in August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway, Directed by Debbie Allen

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

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Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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Patti LuPone Releases Public Apology to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald

Events and Happenings

Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

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

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

Broadway Bound

Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

Events and Happenings

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

Events and Happenings

Patti LuPone Releases Public Apology to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald

Broadway Bound

Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

Season Announcement

Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

Events and Happenings

Patti LuPone Releases Public Apology to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald

Features

Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

Events and Happenings

PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

Events and Happenings

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

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

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PHOTOS: Lempicka Opening Night & Curtain Call

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

Events and Happenings

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

Events and Happenings

Patti LuPone Releases Public Apology to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald

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Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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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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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

Season Announcement

Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era