Ann Robinson

Review: TIRED SOULS: THE MONTGOMERY BUS BOYCOTT at Children's Theatre Of Charlotte

Mike Wiley, The Playwright, cleverly foretold the story of the Montgomery Bus Boycott by randomly choosing audience members to portray historic African American heroes. It was entertaining, but not as full-scale and visual as the productions I am accustomed to.

Children's Theatre of Charlotte Presents the Riveting Theatrical Experience TIRED SOULS: THE MONTGOMERY BUS BOYCOTT

​​​​​​​Children's Theatre of Charlotte is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of Mike Wiley Productions in “Tired Souls: The Montgomery Bus Boycott,” a powerful theatrical production that brings to life the inspiring stories of the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the Civil Rights movement. For one weekend only, the engaging and thought-provoking play is set to captivate audiences and shed light on an important chapter in American civil rights history. 

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Names 2022-2023 Board

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced its 2022-2023 Board of Trustees, who are charged with sharing their expertise and providing guidance to the arts organization.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS & WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE Set Blu-Ray Release

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS and WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE will be released as a double feature in the collectible Paramount Presents line! Enjoy two of the most iconic science fiction epics in one limited-edition package: THE WAR OF THE WORLDS makes its 4K Ultra HD debut and is accompanied by WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE for the first time on Blu-ray™.

Fremantle Signs First-Look Producing Deal With Nicholas Weinstock's Invention Studios

Invention Studios will develop and produce projects, including television, new media, and podcasts. Lorenzo De Maio of De Maio Entertainment was instrumental in bringing the deal together. De Maio Entertainment will be a strategic advisor and partner across the slate, using their extensive experience to maximize each project's impact and success.

Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards

Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards

There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 19th Update: BRIGHT STAR - New Stage Theatre Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Jackson, MS Awards Voting

We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards Update: BRIGHT STAR - New Stage Theatre Leads Best Musical!

There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Starz Renews WRONG MAN for a Second Season

Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that the STARZ Original series 'Wrong Man' has been picked up for a second season. 'Wrong Man' Season 2 is a six-episode series from Oscar(R)-nominated and Emmy(R)-winning filmmaker Joe Berlinger (Paradise Lost trilogy, Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes) that re-investigates three cases of inmates who have been incarcerated for decades and who claim they were wrongfully convicted of brutal crimes.

New Stage Theatre Brings SWEAT to Jackson

The Pulitzer Prize-winning and Tony Award-nominated Best Play by Lynn Nottage comes alive in a moving and urgently relevant new production

NBC Orders SAVING KENAN and LIKE MAGIC Comedy Pilots

NBC has ordered two comedy pilots “Saving Kenan” and “Like Magic,” according to Variety.

Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Jackson Awards!

It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Jackson, MS Awards!

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Jackson, MS Awards;

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Jackson, MS Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

BWW Review: MORNINGSIDE Gives Baby Shower Expectations a Shake-Up at New Stage Theatre in Jackson

You've been invited to a baby shower in an upscale neighborhood for a member of a well-respected family. Sounds like a lovely, laid back way to spend an afternoon, right? Guess again!

New Stage Theatre Announces Fall Class Schedule

New Stage Theatre, Mississippi's professional theatre located in Jackson, Mississippi, announces its fall class schedule. The fall session begins September 15th and runs through November 17th, 2018. New classes are available for 1st graders through adults. To register for classes, please contact Education Director Sharon Miles at 601-948-3533 ext. 232 or smiles@newstagetheatre.com.

TV ONE Goes BEHIND THE MOMENT In Rosa Parks Bio Pic Premiering February 11

Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat 62 years ago was only the beginning. Premiering on TV One on Sunday, February 11 at 7/6C, “Behind The Movement” offers a closer look at how the history-making Montgomery Bus Boycott was planned in just three days and ultimately led to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

TV One Premieres Black History Month Campaign and Programming Slate the Theme REPRESENTING THE DREAM

TV One is celebrating Black History Month with a full slate of programming offerings that embody the theme, 'Represent the Dream.' The network also debuts a new short form video campaign featuring three-time Grammy Award and Academy Award winning artist, actor and social justice activist Common, which runs throughout the month of February. In the videos, Common discusses a variety of topics related to Black history and issues affecting the African American community: racism and how we can become a better nation; activism, the power of using 'our voice' and movements like Black Lives Matter; self-awareness, his heroes and what representing the dream means today, 55 years after Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic 'I Have a Dream' speech.