Melodic voices and the satisfying sound of tap shoes striking the stage are just two of the reasons why the latest addition at the 5th Avenue Theatre is a pleasure to witness. Alongside glorious set pieces and striking costumes, 'After Midnight' offers a remarkable blend of history, culture, and tradition, making for an all-around enjoyable experience. Masterfully directed by Jay Santos and conceived by Jack Viertel, the show is now open and offers a truly wonderful time.
Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts, in partnership with BNS Productions, will open its 30th Mainstage Season with Lorraine Hansberry’s seminal drama A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Dr. Corlis Hayes.
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, located at Lincoln Center, has just announced a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. The exhibition, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way celebrates the rich history and enduring impact of Black artists in musical theater through hundreds of items from the Library’s Billy Rose Theatre Division archives.
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. Learn more about the exhibition here!
From August 5 through August 14, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
Black Theatre Troupe has unveiled its 2025–2026 season, featuring poignant dramas, vibrant musicals, and BTT’s legendary holiday tradition and more. See the full lineup of shows here!
From July 24 through August 5, the nonprofit Classic American Tales (CAT) will present four different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) has announced a special ASL-interpreted performance of its acclaimed summer production, Memnon, taking place on Saturday, July 19 at 8:30 PM in Marcus Garvey Park.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced its 2025–2026 season, themed “Soul Of A People.” The lineup includes Purlie, Paradise Blue, How I Got Over, and a new original musical Lies, Spells and Old Wives’ Tales, plus the return of Black Nativity for the holidays.
The Lakewood Cultural Center has announced its full 2025–26 season lineup, with season ticket packages now available for purchase. The series, titled Lakewood Cultural Center Presents, features 13 performances from September 2025 through April 2026.
The 5th Avenue Theatre Company will unite Seattle’s hottest jazz musicians with top-tier theatrical talent to present After Midnight - a celebration of the music, poetry, and vibrant spirit of Harlem’s legendary Cotton Club.
Exploring the theme of “chosen family,” the theatre’s upcoming 16th season presents Wallace Thurman’s Fire!!, Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, Shakespeare’s Rare Accidents, and Moliere’s The Hypochondriac.
The album, out on 7/11 from Blue LLama Records interweaves classic poetry with timeless music. We spoke with Harris about the new album, what’s coming up next for him, and more.
Passage Theatre Company has revealed programming and scheduling details for its upcoming 41st season, titled Season 41: Not Afraid, marking a bold return with two provocative mainstage productions and expanded community programming.
It may be hot out and that bright ball may be up in the sky (I think it’s called the Sun), but there are still some amazing shows coming to Seattle and surrounding areas. Check out some of these killer shows, especially since I believe all the theaters have air conditioning.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem will present a special edition of Person Place Thing with host Randy Cohen and guest Will Power, acclaimed playwright and creator of CTH's highly anticipated summer production, MEMNON.
Prospect Musicals has announced rush tickets and student pricing for their workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project, a new jazz musical, which begins performances tomorrow, Saturday, June 14th at Baruch Performing Arts Center (55 Lexington Avenue).
The trombonist shared some of the background on the 6/13 and 6/14 show, a spirited “best of” concert packed with standout selections and crowd favorites which is set to tour the Northeast and Canada after its NYC run ends.
International Literary Properties announced two new appointments to its staff. Kent Nicholson has been named SVP of Global Franchise Management and Jessica Mariani will serve as VP, Business & Legal Affairs.
Passage Theatre Company has unveiled its 41st mainstage season—titled Season 41: Not Afraid. Opening the season is a daring double-bill presentation of Amiri Baraka’s Dutchman and The Slave.
