Linda Twine

Feature: Norm Lewis Wrapped Up the Holiday Season with 7 Sold-Out Shows at 54
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 27, 2024

What happened over the seven consecutive shows, was indeed a Christmas miracle. There was plenty of laughter and tears, and intimate interaction with the audiences. It is simply the “must-see” holiday event of the season.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Financial Struggles, New Residencies, and Successful Fundraising for BTU
by Alex Freeman - Oct 14, 2024

Broadway Cares welcomes new trustees, while Black Theatre United raises significant funds for new initiatives. On the international front, the RSC appoints new writers in residence, and Stuttgart Opera's Sancta Susanna provokes strong audience reactions. The closure of California Shakespeare Theater underscores financial struggles in the industry.

Black Theatre United Rasies Over $1.2 Million at Gala and Reveals Three New Initiatives
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024

Black Theatre United announced that the organization’s 2nd annual Gala on Monday,  September 30, 2024 raised over $1.2 million to support BTU’s empowering programs including student internships and  the newly announced BTU Designers Initiative, the Marva Hicks Musical Theatre Scholarship and BTU’s Education  Program. 

Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala
by Jonah Hale - Oct 2, 2024

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!

Photos: A Fantastic Night For Black Theatre United at Ziegfeld Ballroom
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 1, 2024

There are galas and there are galas and, then, there was what Black Theatre United pulled off last night, September 30th, celebrating GENERATIONS OF EXCELLENCE at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. From the moment you walked in to the moment you left, the love, respect, admiration and warmth throughout the evening was palpable.

Alicia Keys & More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

Black Theatre United has unveiled details for the auction at the 2024 Gala, 'Generations of Excellence'. Learn more!

Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2024

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Learn more here!

Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!

The Museum of Broadway Will Host Reunions For the Casts of THE WHO'S TOMMY and JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024

The Museum of Broadway will host two upcoming events reunited the original Broadway casts of The Who's Tommy and Jelly's Last Jam next week. Learn more about both events here!

National Women's Theatre Festival Announces Lineup For WTFringe23
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023

The National Women's Theatre Festival (WTF), the nation's largest symposium on gender and theatre, has announced the full schedule of WTFringe23 which will be presented June 22-July 1 as part of their 8th annual festival.

Julia Riew's Korean Folktale Musical DIVE to be Developed at American Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023

American Repertory Theater will develop Julia Riew’s musical Dive, previously known as Shimcheong: A Folktale. See the creative team, and more.

Stage Aurora Theatrical Company To Present HARLEM OF THE SOUTH, A Virtual Production
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2023

Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, Theatre that Enlightens, will celebrate Black History Month and Women's History Month and present 'Harlem of the South' a virtual Fundraiser featuring some of your favorite stars from Broadway, Film and Television.

Julia Riew to Receive 18th Annual Fred Ebb Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2022

The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the eighteenth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Julia Riew.

Photos: The New Lena Horne Theatre is Unveiled
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 3, 2022

Earlier this week, The Nederlander Organization unveiled the new Lena Horne Theatre in honor of the iconic entertainer and civil rights activist. This is the first Broadway theatre in history to be named for a Black woman. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the ceremony here!

World Premiere of New Musical ALICE'S WONDERLAND to be Presented at The Coterie
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2022

This summer, The Coterie will produce the world premiere of the new family musical, Alice’s Wonderland, adapted from Lewis Carroll’s classic story and featuring an original score with book, music and lyrics by J. Quinton Johnson and Julia Riew -- based on a treatment by Linda Chichester and David Coffman.

BWW Review: Ken Page Says (and Sings) It All During THERE'S SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT… (AND SING ABOUT, TOO!) at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - May 5, 2022

Ken Page made his return to New York and 54 Below and the people who weren't there will, forever, regret having missed it.

Photo Coverage: Alec Baldwin Visits Ken Page at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 5, 2022

Ken Page needs to move back to New York City- IMMEDIATELY!  It’s an emergency and we need him now, every single day!  People often say things like, “blew the roof off the place” but, last night, truer words could not have been spoken as the theatre legend and gifted vocalist debuted a show called, “KEN PAGE: There’s So Much To Talk About”…(And Sing About, Too!). 

MUSE Announces Winners of the Harold Wheeler and Linda Twine Scholarships
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2021

Musicians United for Social Equity (MUSE) has announced the winners of their two scholarships supporting BIPOC musicians pursuing a career in theatre. The organization’s inaugural scholarships being awarded today are to Zachary Mullings and Julia Riew, both of whom have demonstrated exemplary strengths and talent in their respective field.

Musicians United for Social Equity Announces Scholarships Supporting BIPOC Musicians Pursuing a Career in Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2021

Non-Profit organization Musicians United for Social Equity today announced a set of scholarships supporting BIPOC musicians pursuing a career in theatre. This new initiative also heralds the official launch of the organization, co-founded by Kenny Seymour and Stephen Oremus.

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, February 2- with NaTasha Williams, Jordin Sparks and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2021

Today (February 2) in live streaming: Stars in the House honors Cicely Tyson, Verdi's La Forza del Destino at the Met, and more!