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Eddie Cooper Replaces Father Chuck Cooper in Little Shop of Horrors With Jake Gyllenhaal

You may know Eddie Cooper from his recurring role as Fat Au in the Cinemax series Banshee, he will be taking over the role...

Broadway BlackJune 1, 2015

A Must See

PBS to Air Encore of Anna Deavere Smith’s TWILIGHT: LOS ANGELES

Do you have plans on June 12? (After you binge watch the third season of Netflix’s’ OITNB of course). Whatever they are, they need...

Jazmine Harper-DavisJune 1, 2015

Broadway Black History Fact

75th Anniversary of the American Negro Theatre

June 5th marks the 75th anniversary of the American Negro Theatre (ANT). Founded in 1940 by Abram Hill, Frederick O’Neal, and other artists in...

Broadway BlackJune 1, 2015

Congrats!

Keke Palmer Cast In Grease: Live On Fox This January

Keke Palmer has been tapped to join Fox’s Grease: Live as the mouthy, yet prissy Marty Maraschino, one of the Pink Ladies (originally portrayed by...

Broadway BlackMay 29, 2015

Features

Regina Taylor Examines Legacy & Digital Technology In Stop. Reset.

Broadway Black was honored to speak with Regina Taylor about her new production, Stop. Reset., and the importance of legacy in this age of...

Broadway BlackMay 28, 2015

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Hamilton Star Leslie Odom Jr. Recreates Famous GOT MILK? Commercial

If you weren’t able to make it down to the Public Theatre to see the uber talent that is Leslie Odom Jr. in Lin-Miranda‘s...

Broadway BlackMay 27, 2015

Congrats!

Danielle Brooks Joins The Color Purple Revival As Sofia

The “Orange Is The New Black” star Danielle Brooks, who plays Tasha “Taystee” Jefferson on the hit Netflix series, will join the the Broadway revival of...

Drew ShadeMay 27, 2015

Award Nominations

Exclusive: Sheryl Lee Ralph Talks Mighty Real

On May 25, Broadway Black met with Sheryl Lee Ralph backstage at Washington DC’s Howard Theatre before the one night only performance of Mighty...

Broadway BlackMay 26, 2015

A Must See

Black Angels Over Tuskegee Continue to Soar

Black Angels Over Tuskegee has been inspiring audiences Off-Broadway since 2010 with its story of brotherhood in the face of adversity. Playwright, director, and...

Broadway BlackMay 26, 2015

A Must See

NBC Will Hold Auditions For Dorothy In The Wiz Live

You asked for it and now here is your chance! NBC will hold an open call for the role of Dorothy in #TheWizLive. As...

Drew ShadeMay 21, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Taye Diggs is the Next Lead in Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Making his triumphant return to the stage after a decade, Taye Diggs will star as the lead in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, beginning...

Broadway BlackMay 21, 2015

Behind The Scenes

Broadway Black History: Remembering Cole and Johnson

J. Rosamond Johnson and Bob Cole are two names that are, sadly, not as talked about in most theater history classes, but their contribution...

Broadway BlackMay 21, 2015

A Must See

Dui Jarrod’s The Definitive Loser’s Guide to Winning Off-Broadway

Dui Jarrod‘s one man show, The Definitive Loser’s Guide to Winning is in its final weeks Off-Broadway. The play explores the world of a...

Broadway BlackMay 21, 2015

Music

For The Last Time Brings New Orleans Jazz To NYC

Broadway Black LOVES jazz! We’ve gotten the scoop on a wonderful new musical opening in NYC that is sure to be a hit! For...

Broadway BlackMay 21, 2015

Annual Conference

Students And Stars To Gather At National Black Theatre Festival

The National Black Theatre Festival is an international celebration and reunion of spirit. It is produced by the North Carolina Black Repertory Inc. and...

Broadway BlackMay 21, 2015

A Must See

Misty Copeland in Groundbreaking Performances this Summer

New York’s American Ballet Theater (ABT) celebrates its 75th anniversary with two exclusive performances this summer. ABT Soloist Misty Copeland will perform the lead...

Broadway BlackMay 19, 2015

Dance!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Lincoln Center

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to Lincoln Center this June for 15 performances. This engagement will feature new productions of works...

Broadway BlackMay 18, 2015

Broadway Bound

Amazing Grace Finds Home On Broadway

The new Broadway-bound musical, Amazing Grace, which had its out-of-town tryout in Chicago this past fall, has found its home on Broadway. The show will take...

Broadway BlackMay 18, 2015

Coming Soon

E. Lynn Harris’ Invisible Life Is Now A Musical With Brenda Braxton

Invisible Life, the wildly successful novel from author E. Lynn Harris, is now becoming a musical. The musical features a score by Motown legends Ashford & Simpson...

Broadway BlackMay 18, 2015

TV Land

Queen Latifah Will Shine In Blues Musical Movie Bessie On HBO

Tonight, HBO is bringing the Empress of Blues, Bessie Smith to life! Smith, played by Dana “Queen Latifah” Owens, studied under the Mother of...

Broadway BlackMay 16, 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

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

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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

Events and Happenings

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

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

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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

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