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Saddle Up for Sunday Service and ride that magic carpet of music and healing into the band that is Britton & The Sting. Church will commence on April 14th, 2024 at Nublu (151 Ave C New York, NY). This Is Church! We sat down with the head of this dynamic band to get a little more insight into his journey into “Church.” Broadway Black: What inspired you to create a band called Britton and the Sting, and what does the name signify to you personally? Britton Smith: One night, I was leaving Harlem Nights, got into the cab, and the cab driver spoke into my life, and without asking me if I was a ..read more

Excitement is brewing as Thornton Wilder‘s timeless classic Our Town prepares for its highly-anticipated revival on Broadway. Directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, this production features a stellar cast of 28 actors, each bringing their talent to breathe life into this iconic play. This marks a significant milestone as the first major Broadway production of this classic play in nearly 25 years. “Our Town,” known for its timeless portrayal of life in the village of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, has achieved status as an enduring American classic with universal appeal. Thornton Wilder’s ..read more

Christina Sajous Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaChristina Sajous Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaChristina Sajous Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaPrincipal Actors: Adam Jacobs, Alison Luff, Ali Louis Bourzgui, Bobby Conte, John Ambrosino, & Christina SajousAfra Hines Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaAfra Hines Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaSheldon Henry Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaSheldon Henry Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaJeremiah Alsop Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaJeremiah Alsop Photo by Angela Marie OrellanaRonnie S. Bowman, Jr. Photo by Angela Marie Orellana ..read more

The Wiz revival Producers Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, Ambassador Theatre Group, Kandi Burruss, and Todd Tucker have unveiled an exciting glimpse into the highly-anticipated revival of The Wiz with a behind-the-scenes rehearsal video. This sneak peek comes just ahead of the first preview performance scheduled for Friday, March 29, at the Marquis Theatre. Director Schele Williams delivered an inspirational speech to the company on the first day of rehearsal at the Marquis Theatre, emphasizing the significance of their roles in carrying forward the legacy of “The Wiz ..read more

Roundabout Theatre Company, under the leadership of Todd Haimes (President/CEO, in memoriam) and Scott Ellis (Interim Artistic Director), is set to bring a long-awaited revival to Broadway with Samm-Art Williams’ Home, a play not seen on Broadway for over 40 years. Directed by the acclaimed Kenny Leon, this production promises to captivate audiences with its timeless narrative and powerful performances. Stori Ayers, Tory Kittles, & Brittany Inge in a cast portrait. Photo: Andre D. Wagner The cast for Home includes Tory Kittles as Cephus Miles, Brittany Inge as Woman One/Pattie Mae Wells, a ..read more

The world of theatre and film mourns the loss of a legendary talent, Louis Gossett Jr., who passed away on March 28th, 2024. A trailblazer in Black theatre and cinema, Gossett’s career spanned over six decades, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and inspiring countless aspiring actors and actresses. Born on May 27, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, Gossett discovered his passion for acting at an early age. He earned his first acting credit in his Brooklyn high school’s production of You Can’t Take It with You while he was sidelined from the basketball team with an injury. He made his Broadwa ..read more

Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Jill Rafson as Producing Artistic Director, recently made an announcement that has both disappointed and excited theatre enthusiasts. The upcoming production of Wine in the Wilderness, written by Alice Childress and directed by LaChanze, has been postponed from its original spring 2024 schedule. However, the anticipation for this production has only grown as it is now set to be a highlight of the 2024-2025 season at the Lynn F. Angelson Theater in New York City. (136 East 13th Street) Jill Rafson expressed the company’s enthusiasm for the pr ..read more

In an exciting announcement from the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC), the upcoming production of Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” is set to captivate audiences with a radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical. Inspired by the Ballroom culture that emerged from New York City over 50 years ago and continues to thrive globally, this production promises a spectacularly immersive experience like never before. Led by Executive Director Khady Kamara Nunez and Artistic Director Bill Rauch, Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” has unveiled its initial casting lineup, featuring a stellar compa ..read more

Broadway artists Keenan Scott II (Thoughts of a Colored Man) & D. Woods (For Colored Girls… Revival) host The Awards Vol. III Nomination Ceremony. Nominees for The Awards formerly known as The Antonyos Vol. III were announced on July 7th, 2023. View the full list of nominees below. This awards cycle began May 1st, 2022, and ended Juneteenth 2023. The Awards nominations were determined by a committee of seven industry professionals who have chosen to remain anonymous. This removes the idea that the nominations are more or less valid due to the committee members. This awards cycle began May ..read more