Ntozake Shange

Crossroads Partners With Columbia University on New MFA Playwriting Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

The Tony Award winning Crossroads Theatre Company is expanding its acclaimed Genesis Festival of New Voices and New Plays with a new award in partnership with Columbia University School of the Arts.

WAM Theatre Announces 2025 Performance Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025

WAM Theatre has announced their 2025 Season. WAM Theatre’s 2025 Season underscores the power, impact, and urgency of women’s leadership in the arts. The performance season includes Cry It Out, Rooted, Where We Stand, Alien Girls, and the Regional Premiere of Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous. 

Cast Set for TRU Voices New Musicals Reading Series Presentation Of AMÉRICA TROPICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025

Theater Resources Unlimited is bringing back the TRU Voices New Musical Reading Series with a presentation of América Tropical produced by Prince fellowship recipient Jamila Ponton Bragg. Learn more about the cast here!

Cast Set for THE ADVENTURES OF ORLANDO AND VIRGINIA at The Acting Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

The Acting Company has revealed the cast for their reading of The Adventures of Orlando and Virginia, adapted and directed by Kevin Kuhlke inspired by the novel Orlando and the life of Virginia Woolf.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT to Open at Arizona Theatre Company in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

Arizona Theatre Company will welcome in 2025 with the Tony Award- nominated musical Blues in the Night by Sheldon Epps. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

The Acting Company Announces Cast of THE SHADOW OF A GUNMAN
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024

The Acting Company announced the cast for THE SHADOW OF A GUNMAN, featuring a lineup of accomplished actors. The production is set to bring Sean O'Casey's classic play to life on stage.

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre to Reveal 2024 Expand the Canon List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre will reveal the 2024 Expand the Canon list, featuring 16 short plays by historic women and gender expansive playwrights, with readings at The Acting Company and Classic Stage Company. Lear more!

The Acting Company Announces Casting For SPELL #7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

The Acting Company revealed the cast for SPELL #7, featuring a dynamic ensemble of actors. The production is set to bring Ntozake Shange's work to life, exploring themes of identity and culture.

Rachel Brosnahan & David Corenswet To Star In HOLIDAY One-Night-Only Benefit Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

Rachel Brosnahan and David Corenswet will perform in a one-night-only benefit reading of HOLIDAY for The Acting Company on October 6.

IN THE SAME TONGUE Comes to ArtsEmerson
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2024

ArtsEmerson will present the new captivating dance celebration In the Same Tongue at the Emerson Paramount Center from September 26 – 29 2024.

The Acting Company Announces Residency At The Public Theater For Their Annual Reading Series
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2024

The Acting Company has announced a new residency at The Public Theater for their annual Reading Series, featuring performances and events at 425 Lafayette Street.

651 Arts Expands Board of Directors to Welcome New Members China Moses and Cynthia Gordy Giwa
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

Brooklyn's premier organization for the African Diasporic performing arts – will welcome two new members to its esteemed Board of Directors: singer, songwriter, producer, and Founder of MadeInChina Productions, China Moses; and writer, filmmaker, and Founder of Black-Owned Brooklyn Cynthia Gordy Giwa.

Full Schedule Released 2024 MKE BLACK THEATRE Festival In August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024

Discover the full schedule for the 2024 MKE Black Theatre Festival, running from August 7-25. Celebrate Black arts and culture with a variety of performances and events throughout Milwaukee.

Del Hughes Awards Honorees for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, The Founders Award & Special Recognition Award Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management.

Interview: Lyndsay Burch and Elizabeth Baidoo on the First Annual JUNETEENTH ART WALK
by Courtney Symes - Jun 17, 2024

On June 17, 2021, the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law, effectively making June 19tha federally recognized holiday. It commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and the June 19, 1865 enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas. In honor of the holiday, two local theatres are having a celebration at each of their venues before leading a walk to the state capitol to join others observing the day. I was honored to speak with Lyndsay Burch, Executive Director and CEO of the B St. Theatre, and Elizabeth Baidoo, Marketing and Community Development Manager of Celebration Arts, about what they have planned for the community this Wednesday.

Cast Announced For Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre's FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE/ WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2024

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre announces the cast for FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE/ WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF, running from July 20 to August 4.

Modern Verse Translation of THE COMEDY OF ERRORS & More Set for The Acting Company's 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024

The Acting Company has revealed its 2024-2025 season featuring Play On Shakespeare's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, promising an exciting lineup of performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

PRISON DANCER and More Set For ArtsEmerson's 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

ArtsEmerson has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring nine live stage events. Learn more about the lineup here!

New 42 Reveals Lineup For 2024 New Victory Dance Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

New 42 has revealed the 2024 New Victory Dance lineup, featuring diverse and innovative dance performances aimed at young audiences.

The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo Announce the World Premiere of GARUDA'S WING
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024

Experience the world premiere of GARUDA’S WING, a groundbreaking performance brought to you by MAGIC THEATRE and CAMPO SANTO. Catch the latest in innovative theatre in San Francisco.