Naturi Naughton

THE PIANO LESSON, WICKED & More Receive NAACP Image Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025

NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.

Photos: Go Inside Black Theatre Coalition's BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 13, 2024

Just last night, the Black Theatre Coalition hosted its Inaugural BTC Gala, celebrating entertainment professionals working in theater, film, television, cultural institutions, and music. Check out photos from inside the big night here!

Ava DuVernay to be Honored at Black Theatre Coalition's BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024

Black Theatre Coalition will honor Producer and Director Ava DuVernay with the first Poitier-Belafonte Award for Cultural Activism at its Inaugural “Building the Change” Gala.

Photos: PURLIE VICTORIOUS Welcomes Angela Bassett, Alicia Keys, Mariska Hargitay & Hilary Swank
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2023

See photos from a special Saturday Night on Broadway! The Music Box Theatre was graced by multiple celebrities on Saturday Night for the performance of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through The Cotton Patch. 

Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2023

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.

Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 5, 2023

It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!

Review: WHAT'S GOING ON?: SONGS OF CHANGE Hits All the Right Notes at 92nd St. Y
by Ricky Pope - Mar 30, 2023

A dynamic concert graced the stage of 92NY this past weekend.

Lyrics & Lyricists Presents WHAT'S GOING ON: SONGS OF CHANGE This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2023

Lyrics and Lyricists presents What's Going On?: Songs of Change on March 25, 26 and 27. What's Going On was created and conceived by Warren Adams (Motown: The Musical) and Michael O. Mitchell (MJ: The Musical ) as a theatrical concert exploring the work of Black songwriters and artists whose music is an essential part of the American Songbook and has played an integral role in the country's culture.

Starz Greenlights POWER BOOK II: GHOST Season Four As Michael Early Joins Cast
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2023

Production has just begun in New York, with Michael Ealy (Barbershop, Takers) joining the cast as a new series regular for season four. Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner, until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs.

Sheryl Lee Ralph to be Honored at Amas Musical Theatre 54th Annual Gala Benefit Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2023

Amas Musical Theatre will celebrate its 54th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert, presenting the 2023 “Rosie” Award to Honoree Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph. See how to purchase tickets!

VIDEO: Naturi Naughton Talks QUEENS on LIVE WITH KELLY & RYAN
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2021

Naturi Naughton appeared on LIVE! With Kelly and Ryan to discuss her role in Queens on ABC. Also starring Eve, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy, 'Queens' follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the '90s. Watch former 'Hairspray' star in the new interview now!

THE BACHELORETTE Marks ABC's 2nd-Highest-Rated Premiere This Season in Adults 18�"49
by Michael Major - Dec 7, 2021

“The Bachelorette” grew to 6.5 million Total Viewers after delayed multiplatform viewing. The “Queens” series debut more than tripled its initial average in total viewers. The current Bachelorette is Michelle Young. Queens stars Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy.

VIDEO: Watch Brandy & Eve Face-Off in New QUEENS Rap Battle
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2021

Starring Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy, 'Queens' follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the '90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Watch the new performance now!

VIDEO: Brandy Covers 'Wrecking Ball' by Miley Cyrus on ABC Musical Drama QUEENS
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2021

Brandy covered Miley Cyrus' 'Wrecking Ball' on a new episode of ABC's musical drama “Queens”, which follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the ‘90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Listen to the full cover and watch a clip from the performance now!

VIDEO: Watch the Cast of ABC's QUEENS Talk About the New Musical Series
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2021

Cast members Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez spoke to Good Morning America's Deborah Roberts about their new series, which premiered last night on ABC. Watch the new interview now!

VIDEO: Watch Brandy Sing a New Song in a New Clip from QUEENS on ABC
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2021

Ahead of the series premiere of “Queens,” watch a new clip from the debut episode. In the clip, Naomi (Brandy Norwood) performs the beautiful ballad “Hear Me.” Watch the clip and find out more about the new series now!

VIDEO: Watch Brandy in a Trailer for ABC's New Series QUEENS
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2021

Watch a special clip as the reunited hip-hop group shares the highs and lows from their past on the special. “Queens” follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the ‘90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. 

Precious Way Joins ABC Musical Drama QUEENS
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2021

Queens is a hip-hop-themed drama from Zahir McGhee that stars Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy as four women in their 40s who reunite as their ‘90s group the Nasty Bitches for a chance to recapture their fame.

ABC Announces Series Orders For ABBOTT ELEMENTARY, MAGGIE, THE WONDER YEARS, and QUEENS
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2021

ABC today announced that “Abbott Elementary,” “Maggie,” “The Wonder Years” and “Queens” have received series orders. Additional information can be found below. 

Breaking: Brandy Joins the Cast of ABC Music Drama Pilot QUEENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2021

Brandy Norwood has joined the cast of the ABC drama pilot “Queens.” Previously announced cast members include Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Pepi Sonuga. Brandy will also provide original music for the show.