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Martin Luther King, Jr.

Date of Death: April 04, 1968 (39)

Birth Place: Atlanta, GA, USA

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Center For The Performing Arts Unveils 2024"25 Season

Discover the 2024–25 season at the Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The Ballard Institute to Celebrate The Opening Of Wonderland Puppet Theater Exhibit

The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at UConn will open the Wonderland Puppet Theater Exhibit in August. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Buck Creek Playhouse to Present BETWEEN THE LINES Next Month

Buck Creek Players will kick off their 51st season with a young adult musical on the mainstage. The 6 live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, August 16th and running through Sunday, August 25th.
Rochester Fringe Festival Reveals Full 2024 Lineup

The Rochester Fringe Festival held its annual “Big Reveal” Press Conference today at CenterStage Hart Theatre at the Jewish Community Center.
Juilliard Unveils 2024-25 Season Programming, Introduces First Annual Fall Festival

Juilliard has detailed the full programming for its 2024-25 season, with more than 800 live music, dance, and drama performances at the school and beyond. The 2024-25 academic year and performance season offer a wealth of new music, world premieres, and new festivals that bring students, guest artists, and artistic leaders together from different disciplines.
Cast Set for THE MOUNTAINTOP at The Alliance Theatre

Alliance Theatre revealed the cast for its upcoming production of THE MOUNTAINTOP, a compelling reimagining of Martin Luther King Jr.'s last night. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kravis Center to Present Dance Theatre of Harlem in November

The Kravis Center will host the renowned DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM, featuring a captivating performance that celebrates the rich legacy of this iconic dance company. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Arte Noir Launches Black Artist Roster

ARTE NOIR, a Black-led arts organization with a centrally-located art gallery, retail store, and monthly publication under its banner, has launched a Black Artist Roster to bring greater visibility and access to Black artists across the creative spectrum. 
Mavis Staples Shares Prince-Inspired New Song 'Worthy'

A legendary performer who will turn 85 next month on July 10, Mavis Staples continues to be a tour-de-force in music and a voice for the voiceless in today’s divided society. Well known for her work in the gospel and Americana space, Staples is also an R&B icon who famously worked with the one and only Prince in his 80’s heyday. Reminiscent of those records, she is sharing the new song “Worthy.” Listen to it now!
5 Facts About PURLIE VICTORIOUS

Before you enjoy the Great Performances production, check out these five fascinating facts about the history and recent production of this groundbreaking play.
The Cleveland Orchestra Promotes Daniel Reith To Associate Conductor

 The Cleveland Orchestra has announced the promotion of Assistant Conductor Daniel Reith to the position of associate conductor with immediate effect. Reith, who also serves as the music director of The Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra (COYO), will assume this role through the end of the 2024–25 season following a one-year contract extension. 
Record Media Group Invites Nominations for 2025 Champions of Diversity Awards

Presented by the Minority Business Review and Indiana Minority Business Magazine, the 2025 Champions of Diversity Awards dinner is an opportunity to recognize individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations throughout Indiana and nationally who amplify the tenants of diversity and equity.
Washington Performing Arts Reveals its 2024/25 Season

Washington Performing Arts has announced its 2024/25 season, In Harmony, running from September 2024 through June 2025 in seven indoor and outdoor venues across the Washington, D.C., region.
Collage Dance Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring FIREBIRD & More

Collage Dance has revealed its 2024-2025 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2024 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Violist Marvin Moon

The Philadelphia Orchestra recognized nine members of the Orchestra family for their exemplary contributions to the organization in a ceremony during the June 1, 2024, concert in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
Pompano Beach Arts to Throw Listening Party to Unveil Pompano Beach Soundtrack Vol. 1

Pompano Beach celebrates local talent with an EP launch featuring South Florida artists. Join the launch party on July 17th and support emerging musicians.
World Premiere of GHOST OF KING Comes to Oakland Theater Project in June

Oakland Theater Project has announced the third show in its 2024 Season with the World Premiere of Ghost of King, by Michael Wayne Turner III at Oakland Theater Project (1501 MLK JR Way) from June 6—23.
American Stage To Present FAT HAM, HAIR, And More For 47th Season

Discover the exciting lineup for the 2024/2025 season at American Stage.
Cast Set for Connecticut Premiere of TONI STONE at Playhouse on Park

TONI STONE by Lydia R. Diamond will run at Playhouse on Park from May 29 to June 16, 2024. This production will be directed by Jamil A.C. Mangan. Learn more about the cast here!
ABIGAIL'S PARTY and More Set For Stratford East

With Now, I See currently in previews, Stratford East has announced a new production of Mike Leigh's Abigail's Party, directed by Stratford East Artistic Director, Nadia Fall.

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