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 North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival

 North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Musical Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Featuring Taylor A. Purdee & More to Arrive on Digital Platforms in August

In August, film distributor Hope Runs High will release its latest feature film across VOD platforms — bringing the much-lauded “Killian & the Comeback Kids” to a national audience outside of its 30 city theatrical release.
Photos: Inside The NYC Premiere Of KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS

The NYC premiere of the new music film Killian & the Comeback Kids from writer/director Taylor A. Purdee.
Meet the Stars of the New Musical Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Opening Night

'Killian & the Comeback Kids' opens September 17th only in theatres. The cast will be making a special appearance Friday, September 17th at the AMC Empire 25 in Times Sq for a conversation with a surprise guest moderator.
Photo Flash: Inside the KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Teaser Premiere

A crowd of stars from across the generations and the arts turned up for a short sneak peak of the new music film “Killian & the Comeback Kids,” at Viacom HQ in NYC before the city’s shutdown. 
Folk-Rock Music Film KILLIAN & THE COMEBACK KIDS Sets Theatrical Release

Hope Runs High has acquired theatrical rights to writer/director Taylor A. Purdee’s debut narrative film, folk-rock musical Killian & the Comeback Kids. The film is currently slated for a theatrical launch in late August adding new states and territories on an extended rolling basis as regions re-open. 
The Cumberland Kids Release New Track Written For Upcoming Music Film 'Killian & The Comeback Kids'

July 31st sees the release of folk-rock group The Cumberland Kids' new track Rose. Originally written by the duo for the upcoming musical film Killian & the Comeback Kids, the group says that they hope this paired back arrangement reflects 'our roots in folk music and all that time Taylor spent busking on the street in NY, but still staying true to what the spirit and scope of the film is all about.' Killian & the Comeback Kids, is rumored to hit theatres late this summer, though it has been subject to a number of date changes over the course of the pandemic, and the duo is as eager as anyone to find out when the film can have it's bow.
Photo Flash: Stars Align For Oscar Winner Joseph Feury's New Exhibit At The National Arts Club

Academy Award winning producer Joseph Feury may be best known for his work on groundbreaking films like “Down & Out in America”, “What Sex Am I?” “Nobody's Child,” and “Baghdad ER”, but in recent years he's turned his attention to the canvas. Michael Douglas, Elaine May, and Lee Grant are proud to present the first complete retrospective of his work, on display at The National Arts Club through October.
New Movie About Life And Folk Rock, KILLIAN AND THE COMEBACK KIDS Features Stars From Daytime, Theater And NYC Musicians

Killian and the Comeback Kids is a movie about the power of music. It's the story of a bi-racial man who lands back in his hometown in rural America after an exorbitantly priced education. Back in his failing hometown, a chance encounter with a childhood acquaintance gives the summer new direction. The two throw together a rag-tag band of other 'failed' locals for one shot to play the huge local music festival. It's a story of hopes, dreams and music.
New Soap Opera Series TAINTED DREAMS to Premiere on Amazon Prime 12/26

TAINTED DREAMS, the Emmy nominated web-series about the 'behind the scenes' drama of the fictitious soap Painted Dreams is slated to start streaming on Amazon on December 26, 2016.
New Soap Opera Series TAINTED DREAMS to Premiere on Amazon Prime 12/26

TAINTED DREAMS, the Emmy nominated web-series about the 'behind the scenes' drama of the fictitious soap Painted Dreams is slated to start streaming on Amazon on December 26, 2016.
'Real Housewives' Star Dina Manzo Begins Filming TAINTED DREAMS

“Real Housewives of New Jersey,” star Dina Manzo will film her first scenes August 8 as a member of the cast of NYC Brand Production's first, scripted dramedy, 'Tainted Dreams.”
THE LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL Returns for Encore NY Performances

In honor of being selected for mainstage performance at the National Black Theatre Festival, the Billie Holiday Theatre will present encore performances of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander.
The Billie Holiday Theatre Presents The Legend of Buster Neal, Ends 3/27

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will close March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn.
Photo Flash: LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL Celebrates Opening Night

On Friday, March 4, the Billie Holiday Theatre opened world-premiere play The Legend of Buster Neal to a sold-out house. In addition to cast Charles Anthony Burks, Sidiki Fofana, Stephen Hill, Dennis Johnson, Patrick Mitchell, and Nathan Purdee, in attendance were playwright Jackie Alexander, Emmy Award-winning actor Robert S. Woods (One Life to Live), Sean Ringgold (One Life to Live), Marja Harmon (The Lion King, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Aida), playwright/actor Layon Gray (creator of Black Angels Over Tuskegee), Delano Barbosa (Black Angels Over Tuskegee), and actors Jamil A.C. Mangan and Warner Miller.
Billie Holiday Theatre Presents THE LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL, 3/4

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will begin previews February 18 and open March 4, running through March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn; Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 3:00pm, and Sundays at 4:00pm, with tickets $15 - $25, available at zerve.com/BHolidayInc/Buster.
Billie Holiday Theatre Presents THE LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL, 3/4

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will begin previews February 18 and open March 4, running through March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn; Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 3:00pm, and Sundays at 4:00pm, with tickets $15 - $25, available at zerve.com/BHolidayInc/Buster.
Billie Holiday Theatre Presents THE LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL, 3/4

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will begin previews February 18 and open March 4, running through March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn; Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 3:00pm, and Sundays at 4:00pm, with tickets $15 - $25, available at zerve.com/BHolidayInc/Buster.
Billie Holiday Theatre Presents THE LEGEND OF BUSTER NEAL, 3/4

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will begin previews February 18 and open March 4, running through March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn; Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 3:00pm, and Sundays at 4:00pm, with tickets $15 - $25, available at zerve.com/BHolidayInc/Buster.
Billy Holiday Theater of Brooklyn Announces the Opening of 'The Legend of Buster Neal' 2/18

The AUDELCO and Obie Award-winning Billie Holiday Theatre continues its 39th season with the world premiere of The Legend of Buster Neal, written and directed by Jackie Alexander. The new play will begin previews February 18 and open March 3, running through March 27 at the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre, Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn; Thursdays - Saturdays at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 3:00pm, and Sundays at 4:00pm, with tickets $15 - $25, available at zerve.com/BHolidayInc/Buster.

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