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Celebrity Takeover

Debbie Allen to be Honored at 30th Anniversary Pearl Jubilee

In her early life, racist admissions policies nearly derailed the career of Debbie Allen before it even had the chance to flourish. Fortunately, her indomitable...

Broadway BlackSeptember 1, 2015

Broadway Black TV

Todrick Hall Rocks On New MTV Show

Todrick Hall (The Color Purple) has moved from YouTube to MTV! The former American Idol contestant’s self-titled eight-part show debuted Monday, Aug. 31 at...

Broadway BlackAugust 29, 2015

How Do We Feel

Broadway Mourns the Sudden Loss of Kyle Jean-Baptiste

We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Kyle Jean-Baptiste. Kyle had an accident at home, falling off of his mother’s fire...

Drew ShadeAugust 29, 2015

A Must See

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre Returns to South Africa

After a 17 year absence, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre will return to South Africa for a series of performances in September. There will...

Broadway BlackAugust 28, 2015

Behind The Scenes

A Look Inside: Whorl Inside A Loop At Second Stage Theatre

Broadway Black is here to provide you a look inside the highly anticipated world premiere of Whorl Inside a Loop. The production, which stars Sherie Rene Scott,...

Broadway BlackAugust 27, 2015

Coming Soon

Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical Inspired By Little Rock Nine

Lily Polkadot – who has just moved into the Squares Only town of Rockaway – is the first Polkadot in an all-Square school and...

Broadway BlackAugust 27, 2015

A Must See

Viola Davis Will Star In Film of Wilson’s Fences Directed By Denzel Washington

The Tony Award winning & How To Get Away With Murder star Viola Davis will return to the role that garnered her her 2nd...

Drew ShadeAugust 27, 2015

Across The Pond

Dreamgirls May Debut In The West End For 35th Anniversary

The divas of Dreamgirls sashayed through Broadway in 1981 leaving an indelible impression with a string of megahits and outstanding acting; snatching six Tony...

Broadway BlackAugust 27, 2015

A Must See

Who Sings It Best: Tituss Burguess, James Monroe Iglehart, or Serena Williams

James Monroe Inglehart (Aladdin, Memphis), the Tony Award-winning Genie of Aladdin on Broadway, hosted an exclusive “Disney on Broadway: The Originals” concert at Disney’s annual fan...

Broadway BlackAugust 27, 2015

A Must See

Forest Whitaker Will Make His Broadway Debut in Hughie By Eugene O’Neill

We couldn’t be more thrilled to make this announcement. Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker will make his Broadway debut this spring. Known for roles...

Drew ShadeAugust 24, 2015

Celebrity Takeover

Jennifer Hudson & Cynthia Erivo Sing The Color Purple In New Music Video

Dropped exclusively on EW.com, a new video starring Jennifer Hudson and Cynthia Erivo has been released. As previously reported, Hudson will star as “Shug...

Drew ShadeAugust 24, 2015

A Must See

In The Heights & Hamilton In Talks For Hollywood

In a perfect world, theatregoers would have the pleasure of seeing their favorite shows on the silver screen. Sometimes it works out and a...

Broadway BlackAugust 24, 2015

A Must See

Angela Robinson, LaChanze, & Brenda Braxton Headline Villain: DeBlanks Comedy Benefit

Your childhood wasn’t complete if you never experienced being prompted for an exclamation, adverb, noun, adjective, place or body part by an eager friend grasping...

Broadway BlackAugust 24, 2015

Good Works

Roundabout Robards Recipient is 6-time Tony Award Audra McDonald

The woman who uses “equality” as part of her twitter handle will have to come to grips with being a cut above the rest, once...

Broadway BlackAugust 21, 2015

Broadway Black History Fact

The Negro Ensemble Company Blazed Trails for Black Theatre

The success of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun sparked a number of changes in 1959. Hansberry became the first black woman to...

Broadway BlackAugust 20, 2015

A Must See

Taye Diggs Closes Out Hedwig and The Angry Inch On Broadway

All good things must come to an end, and Hedwig and The Angry Inch starring Taye Diggs is no exception. The rock musical about...

Broadway BlackAugust 20, 2015

Behind The Scenes

Say What?! Two Unions Ban Actors From Tyler Perry Play

Actor, director, and producer Tyler Perry has gotten into a conflict with two unions over his stage play, Madea On The Run, which is touring the...

Broadway BlackAugust 19, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Sheryl Lee Ralph Keeps Giving Back! 25th Annual Divas Simply Singing Benefit Concert

Dreamgirl, Divinely Inspired Victoriously Aware Sheryl Lee Ralph , is hosting the 25th Annual DIVA Foundation’s Divas Simply Singing to benefit HIV/AIDS prevention and awareness....

Broadway BlackAugust 19, 2015

A Must See

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre Comes to the Big Screen

On October 22, dance enthusiasts will get an up close and personal look at performances from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre on movie...

Broadway BlackAugust 19, 2015

A Must See

Freight: The Five Incarnations of Abel Green

in·car·na·tionˌ[inkärˈnāSH(ə)n/]: A period of time passed in a given bodily form or condition. It’s easy to imagine that if we had the ability to...

Broadway BlackAugust 19, 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

Broadway Bound

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

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

Events and Happenings

Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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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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

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

Broadway Bound

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

Opening Night

PHOTOS: Lempicka Opening Night & Curtain Call

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

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

Season Announcement

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

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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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