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Cherríe Moraga & Richard Wesley Named 2024 Recipients of the Legacy Playwright Awards

Esteemed American playwrights Cherríe Moraga and Richard Wesley have been announced as the 2024 recipients of the Legacy Playwright Awards. Learn more about the playwrights and about the awards.

Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for Kevin Hart's Mark Twain Prize

Netflix has released a trailer for the 25th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor honoring Kevin Hart, which will premiere on Netflix on May 11th during Netflix is a Joke Fest. The ceremony, which was filmed at the Kennedy Center on March 24th, featured a star-studded list of talent including Dave Burd AKA “Lil Dicky,” Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Fallon, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, Chelsea Handler, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, J.B. Smoove, Robin Thicke and more. 

Kennedy Center Teams Up With Netflix To Stream Mark Twain Prize

The Kennedy Center collaborates with Netflix to stream the Mark Twain Prize, and sets the cast. Get the latest updates on this exciting partnership and the star-studded cast lineup. This year's program will feature a cast of leading performers, including Dave Burd aka “Lil Dicky,” Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Fallon, Tiffany Haddish, and more.

Review: MARTIN URBANO: APOLOGY COMEBACK TOUR, Soho Theatre

“Make a noise if you’ve ever watched porn before!” From the start, you can tell that Martin Urbano: Apology Comeback Tour is going to be a weird one. Indeed, the concept of the show itself is a bit strange - Urbano is playing the role of a cancelled comedian, but he is also playing himself, reflecting on what it is like to play the role of another.

BEVERLY JOHNSON: IN VOGUE Extended for One Week at 59E59 Theaters

Beverly Johnson: IN VOGUE has been extended for one week at 59E59 Theaters. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BEVERLY JOHNSON: IN VOGUE to be Presented Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters

Act II Playhouse with Bud Martin will co-produce “Beverly Johnson: In VOGUE” off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters.

59E59 Theaters Unveils Additional Productions For The 2024 Winter Season

59E59 Theaters has revealed additional productions for the 2024 winter season.

Kevin Hart to Receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Kevin Hart on March 24, 2024 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, will be awarded at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.

Kevin Hart to Receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Kevin Hart on March 24, 2024 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall.

59E59 Theaters Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023

Discover the highly anticipated shows and events coming to 59E59 Theaters this fall. From captivating dramas to hilarious comedies, there's something for everyone in the lineup. Don't miss out on this exciting season of performances.

New Federal Theatre In Association With ASP Presents A Staged-Reading Of P.J. Gibson's LONG TIME SINCE YESTERDAY

New Federal Theatre (NFT), Elizabeth Van Dyke, Producing Artistic Director, in association with ASP/Castillo Theatre, will present a reading oof Long Time Since by P.J. Gibson, to benefit the Classix Collective. The performance will take place on June 27th at 7pm at Castillo Theatre (543 W. 42nd Street, New York, New York 10036).

Review: I'M NOT A COMEDIAN…I'M LENNY BRUCE at JCC Centerstage Theatre

What did our critic think of I’M NOT A COMEDIAN…I’M LENNY BRUCE at JCC Centerstage Theatre?

Review: Uninhibited AIN'T NO MO' at Baltimore Center Stage

As the director says, this is a 'Black play that speaks to Black people and talks about Black shit.' But it allows larger audiences a chance to listen in to the conversation and laugh, if more gently, at the jokes. While not everything in the show is funny, much of it is irresistibly so.

Feature: The 101 GREATEST YACHT ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME for Your Summer Playlist - featuring Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and Steely Dan

Reviewer Peter Nason counts down the greatest 101 YACHT ROCK HITS for your summertime listening pleasure.

SKELETON CREW's Phylicia Rashad Wins 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Phylicia Rashad has won the 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for SKELETON CREW.

A&E To Premiere THE RIGHT TO OFFEND Two-Part Documentary

A&E Network will premiere the new two-part documentary event “Right to Offend: The Black Comedy Revolution” exploring the progression of Black comedy and the comedians who have used pointed humor to expose, challenge and ridicule society’s injustices and to articulate the Black experience in America.

THE HONORABLE HERBERT PEABODY Begins Performances Tomorrow at Chain Theatre

 Off-Broadway premiere! How does a hapless tour guide juggle a Senator’s lofty legacy with his litany of sex scandals? That’s the question at the heart of the seriously funny one-man show, The Honorable Herbert Peabody, written and performed by Kirk McGee.

THE HONORABLE HERBERT PEABODY Reschedules Off-Broadway Premiere

Following an Omicron-related postponement, the limited engagement is now set to begin Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at 7:00PM through Saturday evening, March 5, 2022 at Chain Theatre (312 West 36th Street, 4th Floor).

VIDEO: Showtime Releases WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY Trailer

Showtime released the official trailer for the upcoming four-part docuseries We Need to Talk About Cosby, from Emmy-winning director W. Kamau Bell (United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell). The four-parter sheds new light on Cosby’s cultural contributions and impact at the height of his disgrace.

VIDEO: Showtime Shares WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY Documentary Trailer

SHOWTIME Documentary Films today announced We Need To Talk About Cosby, a four-part docuseries from Emmy-winning director W. Kamau Bell (United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell) that offers an in-depth look at the revolutionary career and personal descent of Bill Cosby. Watch the new teaser now!