Kamilah Forbes
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BROADWAY (assistant director): THE MOUNTAINTOP, DEF POETRY JAM on TOUR. Other credits include: WANTED at (PS122), AND HER HAIR WENT WITH HER (NJ REP Theater), SCOURGE (YERBA BUENA). She has worked at: Lincoln Center Theater, Public Theater, Lark Play Development, Arena Stage, Studio Theater, Artistic Director HIP HOP THEATER FESTIVAL. League of Women in Theater Award recipient. MEMBER OF SSDC. BFA, Howard University.
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Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
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DETROIT '67 to Open Pulse Theatre Chicago's Fall Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Pulse Theatre Chicago will present Dominique Morisseau's DETROIT '67 as it expands its artistic leadership and begins a residency at eta Creative Arts Foundation on the South Side.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Pulse Theatre Chicago will present Dominique Morisseau's DETROIT '67 as it expands its artistic leadership and begins a residency at eta Creative Arts Foundation on the South Side.
Roundabout Sets Dates for THE FULL MONTY, THE IMAGINARY INVALID and More in 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed dates for productions during the upcoming 2026-2027 season both on and off Broadway, including The Imaginary Invalid, The Full Monty, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed dates for productions during the upcoming 2026-2027 season both on and off Broadway, including The Imaginary Invalid, The Full Monty, and more.
Awoye Timpo, Ngozi Anyanwu and More to Join New York Theatre Workshop WORKS IN PROGRESS Summer Salon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will launch a second summer in residence at Vineyard Arts Project and a “Works In Progress” Summer Salon. NYTW has expanded its summer residency partners to include Vineyard Arts Project on Martha’s Vineyard.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will launch a second summer in residence at Vineyard Arts Project and a “Works In Progress” Summer Salon. NYTW has expanded its summer residency partners to include Vineyard Arts Project on Martha’s Vineyard.
BOOM FOR REAL Featuring Music by John Legend to Complete New York Stage & Film's 2026 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
The new musical Boom For Real, featuring music by EGOT winner John Legend and a book by Marcus Gardley, will receive an in-process presentation at Symphonic Hall at Marist University, tracking the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
The new musical Boom For Real, featuring music by EGOT winner John Legend and a book by Marcus Gardley, will receive an in-process presentation at Symphonic Hall at Marist University, tracking the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE to Launch Post-Show Talkback Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone will be partnering with the historic Apollo for a series of post-show talk backs that will take place in June and July.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone will be partnering with the historic Apollo for a series of post-show talk backs that will take place in June and July.
Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 3, 2026
2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 3, 2026
2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
2026 Drama League Awards Winners- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS, LIBERATION Win Big
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Tracy Letts and More to Present at 92nd Drama League Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, David Stone, Tracy Letts and David Rockwell will present the Honorary Awards at the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, taking place at The Ziegfeld Ballroom.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, David Stone, Tracy Letts and David Rockwell will present the Honorary Awards at the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, taking place at The Ziegfeld Ballroom.
Photos: Corbin Bleu, Natalie Venetia Belcon & More at 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 20, 2026
Honoring Broadway and Off-Broadway achievements, 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees were announced by Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu. See photos!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 20, 2026
Honoring Broadway and Off-Broadway achievements, 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees were announced by Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu. See photos!
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
Video: Watch Natalie Venetia Belcon & Corbin Bleu Announce the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 20, 2026
Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon (Buena Vista Social Club) and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu (The Great Gatsby) will co-host the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations announcement on Monday, April 20.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 20, 2026
Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon (Buena Vista Social Club) and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu (The Great Gatsby) will co-host the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations announcement on Monday, April 20.
THE FULL MONTY, THE IMAGINARY INVALID, MIX AND MASTER Will Arrive on Broadway in Roundabout's 2026/27 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2026-2027 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway marking Roundabout’s 60th Season. The season includes two world premieres, three revivals, and two musicals, including The Heart and The Full Monty. We have all of the details!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2026-2027 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway marking Roundabout’s 60th Season. The season includes two world premieres, three revivals, and two musicals, including The Heart and The Full Monty. We have all of the details!
The Apollo Executive Producer Kamilah Forbes To Step Down
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
The Apollo's Executive Producer Kamilah Forbes will step down at the end of the season, concluding a decade of leadership at the iconic institution. She will continue to support the organization in an advisory capacity.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
The Apollo's Executive Producer Kamilah Forbes will step down at the end of the season, concluding a decade of leadership at the iconic institution. She will continue to support the organization in an advisory capacity.
Natalie Venetia Belcon and Corbin Bleu to Announce the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu will co-host the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations. The announcement event will also be livestreamed by BroadwayWorld.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Tony Award Winner Natalie Venetia Belcon and film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu will co-host the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominations. The announcement event will also be livestreamed by BroadwayWorld.
BAC to Present 'The Invitation: For Artists Who Have Considered Change When The Stage Isn’t Enuf'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Broadway Advocacy Coalition, in partnership with The Public Theater, will host The Invitation: for artists who have considered change when the stage isn’t enuf a live, 90-minute civic gathering.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Broadway Advocacy Coalition, in partnership with The Public Theater, will host The Invitation: for artists who have considered change when the stage isn’t enuf a live, 90-minute civic gathering.
Bryan Cranston, Bebe Neuwirth and More Join Honorary Committee for 92nd Annual Drama League Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the 2026 Honorary Committee for the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards. The Awards Honorary Committee, still in formation, includes Bryan Cranston, Bebe Neuwirth, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Nathan Lane, and John Lithgow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the 2026 Honorary Committee for the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards. The Awards Honorary Committee, still in formation, includes Bryan Cranston, Bebe Neuwirth, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Nathan Lane, and John Lithgow.
Complete Guide to the 2026 Broadway Awards Season
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026
The 2026 theatre awards season is here and keeping track of all of the important dates for the many ceremonies and their corresponding nomination announcements is no easy feat. Stay up to date on all the need-to-know facts with BroadwayWorld's full Awards Season Calendar below!
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026
The 2026 theatre awards season is here and keeping track of all of the important dates for the many ceremonies and their corresponding nomination announcements is no easy feat. Stay up to date on all the need-to-know facts with BroadwayWorld's full Awards Season Calendar below!
Caissie Levy, David Cromer and More to be Honored at 92nd Annual Drama League Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the 2026 Special Recognition Honorees of the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, who will be celebrated for their outstanding lifetime contributions to the theater industry and to popular culture.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
The Drama League has revealed the 2026 Special Recognition Honorees of the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, who will be celebrated for their outstanding lifetime contributions to the theater industry and to popular culture.
The Billie Holiday Theatre Launches CARIBBEAN CALLING – ROOTS & RESURGENCE Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.
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