Reading of Chadwick Boseman's DEEP AZURE Set For This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025
A reading of Chadwick Boseman's Deep Azure will take place on March 27 at 7:30 PM at Washington, D.C.'s Howard Theatre. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University.
Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Reports On the State of Nonprofits, Tom Viola Honored
by Alex Freeman - Dec 23, 2024
From nonprofit theaters innovating in the face of financial pressures to the anticipation of live performance rebounding amidst AI fatigue, the stories highlight an industry evolving while staying grounded in community and creativity. Stories include Broadway honoring Tom Viola, regional theaters navigating leadership changes, and international venues undergoing major renovations.
BTC to Host 2nd Annual BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024
BTC will host its second annual Building the Change Gala in New York City at the Rainbow Room. This year's gala will celebrate inclusion in the arts with the presentation of three prestigious awards. Learn more about the awards and see how to attend.
ABC Casting Unveils D-DAY: AN ORIGINAL WORKPLACE COMEDY Talent Showcase
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024
For the first time in its 22-year history, the Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase will debut an ensemble piece – “D-DAY: An Original Workplace Comedy” – born out of ABC Casting’s continued commitment for rising artists to be discovered, nurtured and celebrated.
THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule to Direct Upcoming BLACK SAMURAI
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2024
Fresh off the heals of his 2023 musical hit The Color Purple, director Blitz Bazawule has found his next project. According to Variety, the director will be working with Warner Bros. on a new take on the story of Yasuke, the 16th century African warrior. In addition to Warner Bros, three other studios were also interested in the project, resulting in a bidding war.