Karma Mayet Johnson
Latest News on Karma Mayet Johnson:
2023 Black Spatial Relics Artists-in-Residency and Micrograntees Announced (Mar 17, 2023)
Ucross Announces A Special Residency For Black Poets (May 4, 2022)
BWW Review: THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER at Strathmore & Woolly Mammoth (Apr 29, 2022)
2023 Black Spatial Relics Artists-in-Residency and Micrograntees Announced (Mar 17, 2023)
Ucross Announces A Special Residency For Black Poets (May 4, 2022)
BWW Review: THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER at Strathmore & Woolly Mammoth (Apr 29, 2022)
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2023 Black Spatial Relics Artists-in-Residency and Micrograntees Announced
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023
Black Spatial Relics is a convener, presenter and supporter of Black radical performance, community care, collective research and transformative gathering. Since 2016, Black Spatial Relics has operated the Black Spatial Relics Residency program which supports the development of new works about slavery, justice and freedom in the U.S and the Caribbean.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2023
Black Spatial Relics is a convener, presenter and supporter of Black radical performance, community care, collective research and transformative gathering. Since 2016, Black Spatial Relics has operated the Black Spatial Relics Residency program which supports the development of new works about slavery, justice and freedom in the U.S and the Caribbean.
Ucross Announces A Special Residency For Black Poets
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2022
Ucross and Cave Canem have joined forces to present a literary fellowship that provides creative support to Black poets. The 2022 Toi Derricotte Residency at Ucross has been awarded to interdisciplinary poet S. Erin Batiste of Brooklyn, New York.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2022
Ucross and Cave Canem have joined forces to present a literary fellowship that provides creative support to Black poets. The 2022 Toi Derricotte Residency at Ucross has been awarded to interdisciplinary poet S. Erin Batiste of Brooklyn, New York.
BWW Review: THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER at Strathmore & Woolly Mammoth
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Apr 29, 2022
'The Parable of the Sower' might be a bit too on-the-nose for some viewers, but it's a beautifully produced performance that showcases phenomenal talents while drawing necessary attention to key issues.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Apr 29, 2022
'The Parable of the Sower' might be a bit too on-the-nose for some viewers, but it's a beautifully produced performance that showcases phenomenal talents while drawing necessary attention to key issues.
Ucross Announces Fall 2021 Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2021
Today, Ucross, the renowned artist residency program in northeastern Wyoming, announced its Fall 2021 Fellows.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2021
Today, Ucross, the renowned artist residency program in northeastern Wyoming, announced its Fall 2021 Fellows.
Nine Artists Selected for JACK Artist Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2021
JACK has announced the nine artists selected for residencies at JACK. Chosen from an open call that drew 169 submissions, the artists include theater-makers Carolina Đỗ, Kedian Keohan, Drew Drake and Jadele McPherson, designers Itohan Edoloyi and Tuçe Yasak, composers Jaime Lozano and Sugar Vendil, and dance artist Nora Alami.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2021
JACK has announced the nine artists selected for residencies at JACK. Chosen from an open call that drew 169 submissions, the artists include theater-makers Carolina Đỗ, Kedian Keohan, Drew Drake and Jadele McPherson, designers Itohan Edoloyi and Tuçe Yasak, composers Jaime Lozano and Sugar Vendil, and dance artist Nora Alami.
Theatre, Dance & More on Tap for JACK's Winter/Spring 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 7, 2015
Clinton Hill cultural hub and OBIE award-winner JACK launches its winter/spring 2016 season with an a cappella opera set in Zimbabwe by composer Tanyaradzwa Tawengwa, a weekend of curated works by Modesto "Flako" Jimenez, the premiere of the dirty and bracing play Tom & Eliza, by Celine Song, the English-language premiere of Argentinian playwright Rafael Spregelburd's SPAM, The Geneva Project by Jennifer Harrison Newman, Antonio Ramos' Thirsty Mind, love and starvation sitting in a lonely tree and an exploration in minimalist/pop art performance by the No Face Performance Group. JACK also engineers the return of Walter Dundervill's ARENA (which had two sold-out runs at JACK in 2014 and 2015).
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 7, 2015
Clinton Hill cultural hub and OBIE award-winner JACK launches its winter/spring 2016 season with an a cappella opera set in Zimbabwe by composer Tanyaradzwa Tawengwa, a weekend of curated works by Modesto "Flako" Jimenez, the premiere of the dirty and bracing play Tom & Eliza, by Celine Song, the English-language premiere of Argentinian playwright Rafael Spregelburd's SPAM, The Geneva Project by Jennifer Harrison Newman, Antonio Ramos' Thirsty Mind, love and starvation sitting in a lonely tree and an exploration in minimalist/pop art performance by the No Face Performance Group. JACK also engineers the return of Walter Dundervill's ARENA (which had two sold-out runs at JACK in 2014 and 2015).
Rebecca Naomi Jones, Imani Uzuri and More Set for GIRL SHAKES LOOSE HER SKIN at Joe's Pub, 3/2
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015
A concert of the new musical, GIRL shakes loose her skin, Monday March 2nd at 7:00 PM. Composed by Imani Uzuri, book by Zakiyyah Alexander, featuring the poetry by Philadelphia Poet Laureate, Sonia Sanchez.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015
A concert of the new musical, GIRL shakes loose her skin, Monday March 2nd at 7:00 PM. Composed by Imani Uzuri, book by Zakiyyah Alexander, featuring the poetry by Philadelphia Poet Laureate, Sonia Sanchez.
Hamilton Leithauser, Spottiswoode & His Enemies and More to Perform at Joe's Pub, Now thru 4/27
by Diana Heisroth - Apr 16, 2014
Joe's Pub at the Public has announced an exciting lineup of performances now through April 27. Check out the full schedule and details below!
by Diana Heisroth - Apr 16, 2014
Joe's Pub at the Public has announced an exciting lineup of performances now through April 27. Check out the full schedule and details below!
The Public Theater to Celebrate Toshi Reagon at Joe's Pub, 1/19-26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2014
This month, the Public Theater will honor composer, musician and songwriter Toshi Reagon with five concerts at Joe's Pub and a special engagement during the Public's annual Under the Radar festival. Reagon will be joined by her band BIGLovely, featuring Judith Casselberry, Adam Widoff, Robert Burke, Fred Cash, Stephanie McKay and Marcelle Davies Lashley.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2014
This month, the Public Theater will honor composer, musician and songwriter Toshi Reagon with five concerts at Joe's Pub and a special engagement during the Public's annual Under the Radar festival. Reagon will be joined by her band BIGLovely, featuring Judith Casselberry, Adam Widoff, Robert Burke, Fred Cash, Stephanie McKay and Marcelle Davies Lashley.
Pace Presents Welcomes The Black Rock Coalition Orchestra's DEEP ROOTS OF ROCK AND ROLL Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2013
Tonight , November 23 2013, Pace Presents THE BLACK ROCK COALITION ORCHESTRA'S Deep Roots of Rock and Roll with TOSHI REAGON (Musical and Design Director), featuring Corey Glover, Carl Hancock Rux, CHOCOLATE GENIUS, Nona Hendryx, TAMAR-KALI and more. Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael SchimMel Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2013
Tonight , November 23 2013, Pace Presents THE BLACK ROCK COALITION ORCHESTRA'S Deep Roots of Rock and Roll with TOSHI REAGON (Musical and Design Director), featuring Corey Glover, Carl Hancock Rux, CHOCOLATE GENIUS, Nona Hendryx, TAMAR-KALI and more. Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael SchimMel Center for the Arts.
Pace Presents to Welcome The Black Rock Coalition Orchestra's DEEP ROOTS OF ROCK AND ROLL, 11/23
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2013
On Saturday, November 23 2013, Pace Presents THE BLACK ROCK COALITION ORCHESTRA'S Deep Roots of Rock and Roll with TOSHI REAGON (Musical and Design Director), featuring COREY GLOVER, CARL HANCOCK RUX, CHOCOLATE GENIUS, NONA HENDRYX, TAMAR-KALI and more. Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts. Doors at 6:30pm, Show at 7:30pm. Tickets: $35.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2013
On Saturday, November 23 2013, Pace Presents THE BLACK ROCK COALITION ORCHESTRA'S Deep Roots of Rock and Roll with TOSHI REAGON (Musical and Design Director), featuring COREY GLOVER, CARL HANCOCK RUX, CHOCOLATE GENIUS, NONA HENDRYX, TAMAR-KALI and more. Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts. Doors at 6:30pm, Show at 7:30pm. Tickets: $35.
Robert Wilson's ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER Gets World Premiere Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform tonight, January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform tonight, January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told.
Photo Flash: First Look at Robert Wilson's ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told. Get a first look at the show in rehearsals below!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told. Get a first look at the show in rehearsals below!
Robert Wilson's ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER to Get World Premiere, 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 14, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 14, 2013
The World Premiere of Robert Wilson's New Opera, ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER, will perform January 26 - February 3, 2013. It is only when the curtain goes up that the truth is told.
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble Kicks Off Highline Ballroom's Events, 6/18-7/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble Kicks Off Highline Ballroom's Events, Now thru 7/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from tonight, June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from tonight, June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble Kicks Off Highline Ballroom's Events, 6/18-7/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2012
Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue) has just announced its line-up from June 18 through July 1. See full details below. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.
DNA Presents Black Moon (La Lune Noir) 9/15-16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2011
Dance New Amsterdam (DNA), NYC's foremost progressive dance education and performance center, announces a one-of-a-kind opener to the organization's DNA PRESENTS 2011-2012 Season.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2011
Dance New Amsterdam (DNA), NYC's foremost progressive dance education and performance center, announces a one-of-a-kind opener to the organization's DNA PRESENTS 2011-2012 Season.
Lincoln Center Announces January-March TARGET FREE THURSDAYS Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2011
An exciting range of performances including a post-modern variety show, a contemporary psychedelic funk opera, a celebration for the acclaimed Apollo Theater in conjunction with its 75th anniversary exhibition, and the U.S. debut of Daorum, an innovative collaboration between Korean and Australian jazz musicians highlight the next three months of TARGET® FREE THURSDAYS at the David Rubenstein Atrium.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2011
An exciting range of performances including a post-modern variety show, a contemporary psychedelic funk opera, a celebration for the acclaimed Apollo Theater in conjunction with its 75th anniversary exhibition, and the U.S. debut of Daorum, an innovative collaboration between Korean and Australian jazz musicians highlight the next three months of TARGET® FREE THURSDAYS at the David Rubenstein Atrium.
Lincoln Center Announces January-March TARGET FREE THURSDAYS Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011
An exciting range of performances including a post-modern variety show, a contemporary psychedelic funk opera, a celebration for the acclaimed Apollo Theater in conjunction with its 75th anniversary exhibition, and the U.S. debut of Daorum, an innovative collaboration between Korean and Australian jazz musicians highlight the next three months of TARGET® FREE THURSDAYS at the David Rubenstein Atrium.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011
An exciting range of performances including a post-modern variety show, a contemporary psychedelic funk opera, a celebration for the acclaimed Apollo Theater in conjunction with its 75th anniversary exhibition, and the U.S. debut of Daorum, an innovative collaboration between Korean and Australian jazz musicians highlight the next three months of TARGET® FREE THURSDAYS at the David Rubenstein Atrium.
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