James Baldwin

Billy Porter To Make UK Directorial Debut with THIS BITTER EARTH
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025

A new production of This Bitter Earth by Harrison David Rivers will mark the UK directorial debut of Grammy Award, Emmy and three-time Tony Award winner, Billy Porter. The major new London production opens at the Soho Theatre on Wednesday 18 June.

Judy Kuhn, Michael R. Jackson, Kathryn Erbe And More Added To Vineyard Theatre 2025 Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

Michael R. Jackson, Judy Kuhn, Katie Erbe, Jen Tullock, Tina Satter, Sam Kissajukian, Josiah Davis, Sarah Gancher and Jared Mezzocchi have been added to the line-up of stars set for Vineyard Theatre's 2025 Gala.

Special Offer: DEBATE: BALDWIN VS. BUCKLEY at Cortelyou Commons at DePaul University
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 20, 2025

Following critically acclaimed runs in New York City and London, TimeLine Theatre presents a site-specific, immersive Chicago premiere of the american vicarious’ imagining of the historic debate between James Baldwin and William F. Buckley Jr., on the occasion of the event’s 60th anniversary.

Ken-Matt Martin Appointed As Producing Director At Baltimore Center Stage And Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Preeminent theater director, cultural worker, and collaborator Ken-Matt Martin has been appointed as Producing Director at both Baltimore Center Stage and Arkansas Repertory Theatre.

INSIDE GIOVANNI'S ROOM A New Work From Phoenix Dance Theatre Premieres At Leeds Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

Leeds-based Phoenix Dance Theatre are premiering their new work, Inside Giovanni's Room, inspired by one of the most important novels of the 20th century, James Baldwin's Giovanni's Room, in the Quarry Theatre at Leeds Playhouse from 6-8 March ahead of a UK tour.

Brandon Victor Dixon, Tony Goldwyn & More to Join Vineyard Theatre 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

The initial line-up of stars has been set for Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala. The Gala will honor Emmy Award-winning actor and longtime Vineyard artist Joe Morton. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Opera Adaptation of SWIMMING IN THE DARK to be Presented at The Studios of Key West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

The Studios of Key West will host an extraordinary cultural event as Tomasz Jedrowski's acclaimed LGBTQ novel, Swimming in the Dark, is reimagined as a compelling opera. Learn how to attend.

Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, & More Win 2025 GRAMMY Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2025

It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!

Charter Oak Cultural Center And Immanuel Congregational Church Announce Reading Of James Baldwin's THE AMEN CORNER
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025

Charter Oak Cultural Center and Immanuel Congregational Church has announced a one-time-only reading of author and activist James Baldwin's first stage play The Amen Corner. The reading, under the direction of acclaimed theatre artist taneisha duggan, will be on Sunday, February 23 at 3pm at Immanuel Congregational Church, located at 10 Woodland Street in Hartford.

Toucan Theatre To Present UK Tour of THE NAUGHTY FOX And THE NOISY DINOSAUR
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2025

Toucan Theatre will present two immersive, multisensory productions—The Naughty Fox and The Noisy Dinosaur. Designed to include every child, both productions will puppeteer Jellycat toys using an original score, light projection and interactive play, to bring to light themes of kindness, friendship, and self-expression.

Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre Reveal 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced their 2025 season – a programme that celebrates creativity, connection, and community. Audiences can look forward to a year of premieres, new creations, and returning favourites for all ages.

The Town Hall Celebrates James Baldwin and The Baldwin/Buckley Debate With THE TONGUE & THE LASH
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

The Town Hall will celebrate James Baldwin and the 60th anniversary of the Baldwin/Buckley Cambridge debate with the New York premiere of the chamber opera, THE TONGUE & THE LASH.

New Play About James Baldwin Receives Industry Presentation at City Center
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Baldwin et Lucien, a powerful new play by R. Jahan will stage two industry presentations at New York City Center’s Harkness Studio next month. Learn more here!

Literature to Life To Premiere I AM NOT YOUR PERFECT MEXICAN DAUGHTER At United Palace
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Literature to Life has announced the first full performance of its newest title: I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez. The community performance will take place at United Palace in Upper Manhattan on January 27, 2025 at 7:00pm.

CITIZEN JAMES, OR THE YOUNG MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY to be Presented at HartBeat Ensemble
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

HartBeat Ensemble has revealed the second production of their James Baldwin Centennial Celebration: Citizen James, or The Young Man Without a Country by playwright Kyle Bass. Learn more!

Vineyard Theatre Will Honor Joe Morton at 2025 Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala will honor Emmy Award-winning actor and longtime Vineyard artist Joe Morton. The Gala will be held in February. Learn more here!

Literature to Life Awarded $40,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

Literature to Life recently received a Support for Organizations grant from the New York State Council on the Arts to support its creative work in the amount of $40,000. Learn more!

The Apollo Reveals 2025 Winter/Spring Season
by Team BWW - Dec 5, 2024

The Apollo announced highlights of its Winter/Spring 2025 season performances, exhibitions, and educational programs across its stages in its historic building and at its new Stages at the Victoria.

LOS NUTCRACKERS: A CHRISTMAS CARAJO Comes to BAAD! The Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

BAAD! The Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance will present Los Nutcrackers: A Christmas Carajo, written by Charles Rice-González and directed by Chris Rivera. Learn more here!

Chukwudi Iwuji to Read James Baldwin Presented by Authors Guild Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Join Chukwudi Iwuji, acclaimed stage and screen actor, for a reading to mark the centenary of James Baldwin presented by the Authors Guild Foundation.