Alana Raquel Bowers

Art as Activism on Broadway: Meet the Trailblazers Behind Black Women on Broadway
by Cynthia L. Dorsey - Jun 19, 2026

At a time when stories are being challenged, erased, and reimagined in real time, the communities most impacted are often cared for the least, with few industry spaces designed specifically for their support. In 2020, three powerhouse theater artists and Tony Award nominees, Amber Iman, Jocelyn Bioh, and Danielle Brooks, set out to change that. What began as a desire to celebrate Black women working in theater has grown into Black Women on Broadway (BWOB), a thriving community dedicated to mentorship, recognition, wellness, and professional development for Black women working both onstage and behind the scenes.

Cast Set for Molière in the Park's DON JUAN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2026

Molière in the Park announced the cast for its free outdoor production of DON JUAN in Prospect Park, starring Keshav Moodliar in the title role, following Drama Desk nominations for its 2025 staging of THE IMAGINARY INVALID.

Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Ayo Edebiri and More Attend the 5th Annual BLACK WOMEN ON BROADWAY AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

Black Women on Broadway (BWOB) recently held its fifth annual awards celebration, honoring Debra Martin Chase, Whitney White, Alana Raquel Bowers, and Destiny Lilly for their contributions to the theater industry. The event was hosted by BWOB co-founders Danielle Brooks, Amber Iman, and Jocelyn Bioh.

SCHMIGADOON!, THE BALUSTERS and GIANT Win Top Categories at 2026 Dorian Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics kicked off Pride Month by bestowing Prince Faggot and Ragtime top honors in the group’s fourth annual Dorian Theater Awards.

SCHMIGADOON! and THE LOST BOYS Lead 2026 Dorian Award Nominations
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced nominations for the 4th annual Dorian Theater Awards, with SCHMIGADOON! earning nine nods and THE LOST BOYS close behind with eight nominations.

2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- RAGTIME and SCHMIGADOON! Lead the Pack
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026

The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.

Photos: Ben Platt, Noah Galvin, Kara Young and More on the 2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Red Carpet
by Jennifer Broski - May 4, 2026

The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the  only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were presented at the annual ceremony at NYU Skirball. See photos from the red carpet here!

THE LOVED ONES to Have NYC Premiere At Irish Rep With Maryann Plunkett, Donna Lynne Champlin and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

Irish Repertory Theatre announced casting for the NYC premiere of THE LOVED ONES by Erica Murray, starring Donna Lynne Champlin and Tony Award winner Maryann Plunkett, directed by Nicola Murphy Dubey.

Black Women on Broadway Reveals 2026 Honorees
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Black Women on Broadway announced its 2026 honorees, recognizing the contributions of Black women to the Broadway community. Learn more about the honorees here!

2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!

COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE to Present One-Week Extension at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026

Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by 2026 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize winner Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams, will have a one-week extension at MCC Theater.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 11, 2026

MCC Theater, Clubbed Thumb, and Page 73 are now presenting  Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams. Check out photos from opening night here!

Review Roundup: COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams, officially opened on Tuesday, March 10. Read the reviews here!

Grace McLean Completes the Cast of COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Grace McLean will be joining the cast of MCC Theater's Cold War Choir Practice as a member of the Choir, reprising her role from the 2025 Summerworks production.

Alana Raquel Bowers, Will Cobbs and More to Star in COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

MCC Theater, Clubbed Thumb, and Page 73 have revealed the cast and creative team for Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams.

Rachel Dratch, Maryann Plunkett and More Join Irish Rep's New Works Fall Festival 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast for the New Works Fall Festival 2025, which will run on the Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage at Irish Repertory Theatre.

5 Reasons to See THE BLACK WOLFE TONE at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Team BWW - May 19, 2025

The Black Wolfe Tone is a semi-autobiographical journey into the mental health journey of a mixed-race Irish man, written and developed over two years by Kwaku Fortune in collaboration with Ireland’s own Fishamble: The New Play Company and Irish Rep.

Brittany Bradford, Grace McLean and More to Star in Clubbed Thumb's SUMMERWORKS Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Clubbed Thumb has revealed initial casting for the 28th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays. See who is starring, and learn more about the featured productions!

Alana Raquel Bowers Joins Producing Team for THE BLACK WOLFE TONE at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025

Alana Raquel Bowers has joined the team as Associate Producer of the World Premiere of The Black Wolfe Tone at Irish Rep. Learn more about this play and see how to purchase tickets.

Wilma Theater Extends Regional Premiere Co-Production Of THE COMEUPPANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024

Due to popular demand, the Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has announced an extension of its ongoing regional premiere presentation of the critically acclaimed play The Comeuppance.