Langston Hughes
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Langston Hughes:
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper (May 20, 2026)
Music at the Odyssey to Present A LIFE IN JAZZ Celebrating Billie Holiday, John Coltrane and More (May 19, 2026)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 18, 2026- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS and More Win Drama League Awards (May 18, 2026)
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper (May 20, 2026)
Music at the Odyssey to Present A LIFE IN JAZZ Celebrating Billie Holiday, John Coltrane and More (May 19, 2026)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 18, 2026- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS and More Win Drama League Awards (May 18, 2026)
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Video: Cast Members Rachel Handler and Christian Prentice on Philadelphia Theatre Company's COST OF LIVING
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-13 10:39:49
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-05 13:51:47
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser Trailer for BLACK NATIVITY at Intiman Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-09 16:04:00
Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-30 12:24:27
VIDEO: First Look at Signature Theatre's AFTER MIDNIGHT, Streaming Now
by Stephi Wild - 2021-06-14 07:54:25
Celebrating Black History Month: SHUFFLE ALONG Shuffles to Broadway in 2016
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-27 12:01:00
Celebrating Black History Month: AFTER MIDNIGHT Brings Jazz Back to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-11 16:28:38
Broadway Rewind: AFTER MIDNIGHT Brings Jazz to Broadway in 2014
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-08 17:01:00
STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON Addresses the State of the Union in Gypsy of the Year Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - 2016-12-07 19:29:22
VIDEO: Arts Collective Seeks To Preserve Harlem Home of Langston Hughes
by Michael Dale - 2016-08-26 12:14:42
VIDEO: Savion Glover & Cast of SHUFFLE ALONG Perform on NBC's 'Maya & Marty'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-01 08:48:29
VIDEO: SHUFFLE ALONG's Audra McDonald Makes Taped Appearance For JEOPARDY!'s Broadway Category
by Michael Dale - 2016-04-28 18:35:26
VIDEO: First Look at SHUFFLE ALONG on Broadway + Meet the Young Cast in Rehearsal
by Robert Diamond - 2016-04-24 12:44:23
VIDEO: Savion Glover Chats Significance of SHUFFLE ALONG; Tap Dances on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-08 08:15:38
Who Was Lucille Lortel and Why Is There An Award Named For Her?
by Michael Dale - 2016-03-31 21:01:50
News
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
Music at the Odyssey to Present A LIFE IN JAZZ Celebrating Billie Holiday, John Coltrane and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will celebrate the inspiring canon of jazz masters with A Life in Jazz, a one-night-only musical journey curated and directed by John Snow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will celebrate the inspiring canon of jazz masters with A Life in Jazz, a one-night-only musical journey curated and directed by John Snow.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 18, 2026- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS and More Win Drama League Awards
by - May 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Literary Properties of Tennessee Williams, Langston Hughes and More Included in Licensing EXPO 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
International Literary Properties is attending the 2026 Licensing Expo for the first time as a Licensor. ILP brings together the most iconic writers, authors, playwrights and lifestyle thought leaders in a uniquely curated collection.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
International Literary Properties is attending the 2026 Licensing Expo for the first time as a Licensor. ILP brings together the most iconic writers, authors, playwrights and lifestyle thought leaders in a uniquely curated collection.
Apollo Chamber Players to Release New Album WE THE PEOPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Apollo Chamber Players will release We The People, their ninth studio album on Azica Records, featuring world premiere recordings and new works exploring American democracy in its 250th anniversary year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Apollo Chamber Players will release We The People, their ninth studio album on Azica Records, featuring world premiere recordings and new works exploring American democracy in its 250th anniversary year.
New Musical HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET Sets Cast for Seattle Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Rich Ceraulo Ko and Darius de Haas will lead the cast in a staged benefit concert of HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET at Seattle's Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, with proceeds benefiting the city's Nikkei community.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Rich Ceraulo Ko and Darius de Haas will lead the cast in a staged benefit concert of HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET at Seattle's Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, with proceeds benefiting the city's Nikkei community.
Review: RAISIN IN THE SUN at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
by Cathy Jakicic - May 11, 2026
Passionate RAISIN IN THE SUN still relevant.
by Cathy Jakicic - May 11, 2026
Passionate RAISIN IN THE SUN still relevant.
Chelsea Music Festival to Present Clara Osowski in Opening Night Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski and pianist Melinda Lee Masur will open the 2026 Chelsea Music Festival at St. Paul's German Church in NYC, performing works by Copland, Korngold, and several New York premieres.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski and pianist Melinda Lee Masur will open the 2026 Chelsea Music Festival at St. Paul's German Church in NYC, performing works by Copland, Korngold, and several New York premieres.
MUSE/IQUE To Present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM: Black Brilliance and the Harlem Renaissance
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
MUSE/IQUE will present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM, celebrating the Harlem Renaissance with Tony winner Kecia Lewis, Sy Smith, and the MUSE/IQUE Orchestra at The Huntington and Skirball Cultural Center.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
MUSE/IQUE will present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM, celebrating the Harlem Renaissance with Tony winner Kecia Lewis, Sy Smith, and the MUSE/IQUE Orchestra at The Huntington and Skirball Cultural Center.
New York Festival of Song To Release New Album MY BROTHER'S KEEPER
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced the release of MY BROTHER'S KEEPER on NYFOS Records, featuring six leading Black male vocalists co-produced by baritone Justin Austin and GRAMMY-nominated pianist Steven Blier.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced the release of MY BROTHER'S KEEPER on NYFOS Records, featuring six leading Black male vocalists co-produced by baritone Justin Austin and GRAMMY-nominated pianist Steven Blier.
Orlando Sings Will Bring THREADS OF FREEDOM Choral Festival to Dr. Phillips Center
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Orlando Sings will present its 5th Annual Choral Festival, THREADS OF FREEDOM, at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, featuring 250 singers performing works exploring liberty, democracy, and equal rights.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Orlando Sings will present its 5th Annual Choral Festival, THREADS OF FREEDOM, at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, featuring 250 singers performing works exploring liberty, democracy, and equal rights.
Hued Songs Will Bring Month-Long Juneteenth Experience to South Florida
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Hued Songs announced THE JUNETEENTH EXPERIENCE 2026, a free month-long series spanning Miami-Dade and Broward counties, featuring music, dance, spoken word, and visual art, culminating in mainstage performances in Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Hued Songs announced THE JUNETEENTH EXPERIENCE 2026, a free month-long series spanning Miami-Dade and Broward counties, featuring music, dance, spoken word, and visual art, culminating in mainstage performances in Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale.
SING DEMOCRACY 250 Will Present National Tour Finale in Washington, D.C.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
SING DEMOCRACY 250 will present its Washington, D.C. signature concert, the final stop of a four-city national tour, featuring mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves and two newly commissioned works marking America's 250th anniversary.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
SING DEMOCRACY 250 will present its Washington, D.C. signature concert, the final stop of a four-city national tour, featuring mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves and two newly commissioned works marking America's 250th anniversary.
Review: FREEDOM! with the River City Men's Chorus at St. James UMC In Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026
What did our critic think of FREEDOM! at St. James UMC In Little Rock?
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026
What did our critic think of FREEDOM! at St. James UMC In Little Rock?
Chelsea Music Festival to Present 17th Annual Season 'Every Story Counts' in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
The Chelsea Music Festival has revealed that tickets and season passes are on sale for its 17th annual season, featuring 17 New York Premieres, 1 World Premiere, and a week of concerts, visual art, and culinary events in New York City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
The Chelsea Music Festival has revealed that tickets and season passes are on sale for its 17th annual season, featuring 17 New York Premieres, 1 World Premiere, and a week of concerts, visual art, and culinary events in New York City.
Davóne Tines Will Lead Philadelphia Premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN at Miller Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Opera Philadelphia will present the Philadelphia premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN, a music theater work set to Langston Hughes' poetry, with bass-baritone Davóne Tines in the title role at the Miller Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Opera Philadelphia will present the Philadelphia premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN, a music theater work set to Langston Hughes' poetry, with bass-baritone Davóne Tines in the title role at the Miller Theater.
NYC Gay Men's Chorus to Present BEYOND THE RAINBOW at NYU Skirball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will present Beyond the Rainbow, a choral concert featuring works by Scott Hoying and Ash alongside songs by Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston, and Annie Lennox, for three performances in April.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
The New York City Gay Men's Chorus will present Beyond the Rainbow, a choral concert featuring works by Scott Hoying and Ash alongside songs by Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston, and Annie Lennox, for three performances in April.
CHELSEA MUSIC FESTIVAL Will Present 2026 Season: Every Story Counts in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026
The Chelsea Music Festival will present its 17th annual season, titled Every Story Counts, from June 20–27, 2026, featuring concerts, visual art, and culinary events celebrating American stories.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026
The Chelsea Music Festival will present its 17th annual season, titled Every Story Counts, from June 20–27, 2026, featuring concerts, visual art, and culinary events celebrating American stories.
Champlain Philharmonic to Perform Spring Concert at Town Hall Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
Town Hall Theater and The Champlain Philharmonic have announced its Spring Concert, conducted by Music Director Matt LaRocca. They will be performing at the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
Town Hall Theater and The Champlain Philharmonic have announced its Spring Concert, conducted by Music Director Matt LaRocca. They will be performing at the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury.
THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN and More Set For Asolo Repertory Theatre's 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season — a celebration of 1927, the year John Ringling moved the 'Greatest Show on Earth' to Sarasota. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season — a celebration of 1927, the year John Ringling moved the 'Greatest Show on Earth' to Sarasota. Learn more about the lineup here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Langston Hughes written?
Langston Hughes has written 19 shows including Mulatto (Playwright), Street Scene (Lyricist), The Barrier (Bookwriter), Simply Heavenly (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Soul Gone Home (Playwright), Shakespeare in Harlem (Playwright), God's Trombones (Composer), Black Nativity (Bookwriter), Tambourines to Glory (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Jerico-Jim Crow (Bookwriter), The Exception and the Rule/ The Prodigal Son (Playwright), Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill (Lyricist), Little Ham (Source Material), Mule Bone (Lyricist), Rollin' on the T.O.B.A. (Additional Material), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), LoveMusik (Lyricist), After Midnight (Bookwriter).
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