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Black Girls Rock! is an annual award show, founded by former DJ and model Beverly Bond, that honors and promotes women of color in different fields involving music, entertainment, medicine, entrepreneurship and visionary aspects; the categorized awards include "The 'Rock Star' Award", "Social Humanitarian", "Who Got Next?", "Living Legend", "Shot Caller", "Trailblazer", "Motivator", "Young, Gifted & Black", "Star Power", and "Visionary". The program also features musical performances by R&B and Soul female recording artists. The show's ceremony made its official debut on the television screen in November 7, 2010 on BET, where it was hosted by actress Nia Long and featured recognitions and musical performances by performers such as SWV, Coko, Raven-Symoné, Keke Palmer, Ruby Dee, Teresa Clarke, Marcelite J. Harris, Iyanla Vanzant, Kelly Price, Keyshia Cole, Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott, Ledisi, Keri Hilson, Ciara and Missy Elliott, who was previously honored with the "Creative Visionary" award in 2007. The 2015 event took place the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark.

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Kenya Vaun Is Back With a Live Rendition of 'Summer' Photo Kenya Vaun Is Back With a Live Rendition of 'Summer'
by Michael Major - October 20, 2023

KENYA VAUN is back with a captivating live rendition of 'Summer' out now! Kenya's dynamic vocals immediately shine on this version. Over snaps and a head-nodding groove, she flexes her range with mesmerizing melodies. For the live video, she sings in a dimmed space, creating a warm vibe for Summer....


Divinity Roxx Drops 'Ready, Set, Go!' Photo Divinity Roxx Drops 'Ready, Set, Go!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 21, 2021

Divinity Roxx is a Grammy-nominated American recording artist, composer, and musician, with three solo albums (Ain't No Other Way - 2003, The Roxx Boxx Experience - 2012, ImPossible - 2016). In addition to her own work, she is well known for touring and performing with Beyoncé Knowles (2006-2011) as...


The Cleveland Orchestra To Premiere Allison Loggins-Hull's 'Can You See?' Photo The Cleveland Orchestra To Premiere Allison Loggins-Hull's 'Can You See?'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 22, 2023

 On Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 8:00pm, The Cleveland Orchestra will present the world premiere of flutist, composer, and producer Allison Loggins-Hull’s Can You See? at Mandel Concert Hall in Severance Music Center....


Allison Loggins-Hull Announces '22-23 Highlights, Including Inaugural Season In Cleve Photo Allison Loggins-Hull Announces '22-23 Highlights, Including Inaugural Season In Cleveland And Eight World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 31, 2022

Flutist, composer, and producer Allison Loggins-Hull has announced her 2022-2023 season featuring eight world premieres, a U.S. premiere, a New York premiere, and her first season of three with The Cleveland Orchestra as their eleventh Daniel R. Lewis Composer Fellow....


BGR!FEST to Return to the Kennedy Center With BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Pop Up Photo BGR!FEST to Return to the Kennedy Center With BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Pop Up
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 08, 2024

BGR!FEST is set to the Kennedy Center with the BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Pop Up. BGR!FEST is an immersive experience, celebrating and recognizing the exceptional cultural contributions of Black women artists, thought leaders, and creatives....


New York Live Arts Presents 7th Annual Live Arts PRIDE: THE HOUSE PARTY - A CELEBRATI Photo New York Live Arts Presents 7th Annual Live Arts PRIDE: THE HOUSE PARTY - A CELEBRATION OF CHOSEN FAMILY
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2024

Join Live Arts for their 7th annual Pride celebration, THE HOUSE PARTY, on June 30th from 2-7pm. Enjoy a commissioned gallery installation, a queer marketplace with artisans, and live DJ sets....


Quiver Distribution Acquires North American Rights For Nicki Micheaux's SUMMER OF VIO Photo Quiver Distribution Acquires North American Rights For Nicki Micheaux's SUMMER OF VIOLENCE
by Blair Ingenthron - June 16, 2024

Quiver Distribution secures North American rights for Nicki Micheaux's SUMMER OF VIOLENCE, slated for an August release....


Angela Bassett & Courtney B. Vance to Host The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS Photo Angela Bassett & Courtney B. Vance to Host The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
by Michael Major - September 19, 2023

This power couple’s company, Bassett Vance Productions is in partnership with MTVE Studios to create diverse and inclusive content for Paramount Global. Their first project, “One Thousand Years of Slavery,” aired in February 2022 on the Smithsonian Channel, and “Heist 88,” a feature film starring Va...


Video: Kenya Vaun Drops Vibrant New 'Summer' Music Video Photo Video: Kenya Vaun Drops Vibrant New 'Summer' Music Video
by Michael Major - June 08, 2023

In the music video she captures the spirit of the season with this breezy and blissful sun-kissed visual. We see Kenya go about another monotonous day at her record store job, while cleaning and assisting customers she can’t help but think of the beautiful weather and summer vibes she’s missing out ...


The Cleveland Orchestra To Premiere Allison Loggins-Hull's 'Can You See?' Photo The Cleveland Orchestra To Premiere Allison Loggins-Hull's 'Can You See?'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 22, 2023

 On Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 8:00pm, The Cleveland Orchestra will present the world premiere of flutist, composer, and producer Allison Loggins-Hull’s Can You See? at Mandel Concert Hall in Severance Music Center....


1,000+ Artists, 500+ Free Events, Hands-On Learning and More Announced For The REACH Photo 1,000+ Artists, 500+ Free Events, Hands-On Learning and More Announced For The REACH
by A.A. Cristi - August 07, 2019

With more than 1,000 artists and more than 500 free events in three new sunlit pavilions and more than 130,000 square feet of new landscaped green space at the nation's cultural capital, the REACH opens its doors in exactly one month's time with 16 full days of creativity in action, providing artist...


The Kennedy Center Announces Updates to 2022 Performances Photo The Kennedy Center Announces Updates to 2022 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 27, 2022

Artist scheduling complications stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic have necessitated the postponement or cancelation of four upcoming Kennedy Center events....


BET Networks, Tyler Perry Studios To Debut BET+ on September 19 Photo BET Networks, Tyler Perry Studios To Debut BET+ on September 19
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 09, 2019

BET Networks, a unit of  Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), and Tyler Perry Studios today announced that, BET+, their joint venture and premier subscription video-on demand service, will launch in the U.S. on Thursday, September 19.  For $9.99 per month, BET+ will feature more than 1,000 hours of prem...


Carnegie Hall's MY CITY MY SONG Family Concerts Showcase Music From Around the World
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2017

On Today, December 16 at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., three vibrant New York City-based artists will perform in My City, My Song, an interactive Family Concert celebrating music from around the world. The performance features traditional and original Georgian folk songs from Ilusha Tsinadze, Freedom So...


Award-Winning Producer Jesse Collins Named Showrunner of the 2021 AMERICAN MUSIC AWAR Photo Award-Winning Producer Jesse Collins Named Showrunner of the 2021 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by TV News Desk - July 12, 2021

Collins most recently was executive producer of the 2021 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show and produced the 93rd Oscars® as well as the GRAMMY Awards®, for which he serves as co-executive producer....


ISLAMIC SNOW WHITE Will Hold Free Performances From Camden Rep Photo ISLAMIC SNOW WHITE Will Hold Free Performances From Camden Rep
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2021

Celebrate the Eid with a unique family event. Camden Repertory Theatre wants kids who might not usually see themselves reflected on stage to identify with a message of peace and compassion offered by a delightful new musical....


BET Networks Powers Black Influence with Slate of New Original Scripted Series, Cultu Photo BET Networks Powers Black Influence with Slate of New Original Scripted Series, Culture-Defining Specials & All-Star Talent
by Tori Hartshorn - April 17, 2018

BET Networks announced today its upcoming 2018-2019 fiscal year programming slate. Now, more than ever, black culture is powering every area of mainstream from politics and social media to music and fashion. As the #1 Cable Network for African American viewers 18-49 for 17 consecutive years, BET is ...


Allison Loggins-Hull Announces '22-23 Highlights, Including Inaugural Season In Cleve Photo Allison Loggins-Hull Announces '22-23 Highlights, Including Inaugural Season In Cleveland And Eight World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 31, 2022

Flutist, composer, and producer Allison Loggins-Hull has announced her 2022-2023 season featuring eight world premieres, a U.S. premiere, a New York premiere, and her first season of three with The Cleveland Orchestra as their eleventh Daniel R. Lewis Composer Fellow....


Carnegie Hall's MY CITY MY SONG Family Concerts Showcase Music From Around the World
by A.A. Cristi - November 28, 2017

On Saturday, December 16 at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., three vibrant New York City-based artists will perform in My City, My Song, an interactive Family Concert celebrating music from around the world. The performance features traditional and original Georgian folk songs from Ilusha Tsinadze, Freedom...


Carnegie Hall to Present YMusic In Premieres By Allison Loggins-Hull And Andrew Norma Photo Carnegie Hall to Present YMusic In Premieres By Allison Loggins-Hull And Andrew Norman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2022

On Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 7:30pm in Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, yMusic will perform the world premiere of Allison Loggins-Hull's Supply, inspired by addictive relationships, and the New York premiere of former Carnegie Hall Debs Composer's Chair (2020/2021) Andrew Norman's Difference, both ...


93RD OSCARS Production Team Welcomes New Talent and Show Veterans Photo 93RD OSCARS Production Team Welcomes New Talent and Show Veterans
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 24, 2021

Rob Paine has been associated with the Oscars telecast for more than 20 years and returns as supervising producer....


Nickelodeon Celebrates NICKMAS with Over 100 Hours of Seasonal Content Photo Nickelodeon Celebrates NICKMAS with Over 100 Hours of Seasonal Content
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 12, 2020

It's beginning to look a lot like 'Nickmas'! Nickelodeon is welcoming in the holiday with over 100 hours of seasonal content, featuring 21 holly jolly premieres of its live-action, animation and preschool series beginning Thursday, Nov. 19....


Allison Loggins-Hull Tours DIAMETRICALLY COMPOSED To College Park, Boston and Philade Photo Allison Loggins-Hull Tours DIAMETRICALLY COMPOSED To College Park, Boston and Philadelphia
by A.A. Cristi - March 07, 2024

Join Allison Loggins-Hull on her tour Diametrically Composed, exploring themes of motherhood and artistry. This unique program, featuring works from fellow composers Alicia Hall Moran, Sarah Kirkland Snider, Jessica Meyer, and Paola Prestini, is set to visit College Park, Boston, and Philadelphia in...


See Highlights From the 45th Annual GRACIE AWARDS Photo See Highlights From the 45th Annual GRACIE AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 11, 2020

This evening, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) held the 45th annual Gracie Awards hosted by “This is Us” star Susan Kelechi Watson....


The Paley Center For Media Announces A Salute To Black Achievements In Television Photo The Paley Center For Media Announces A Salute To Black Achievements In Television
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 16, 2020

The Paley Center for Media will present A Salute to Black Achievements in Television Presented by Citi from February 1-March 1. This monthlong celebration will include an interactive exhibit focusing on comedy, spotlight BET Network's 40th anniversary, as well as family activities, education classes...






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