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FRIGID New York Presents THE FIRE THIS TIME FESTIVAL

FRIGID New York will present the 16th season of the Obie Award-winning The Fire This Time Festival, a platform for playwrights of African and African-American descent to write and produce evocative material for diverse audiences, at wild project.

Filmmaker Payal Kapadia to Receive 2025 Coolidge Breakthrough Artist Award

The Coolidge Corner Theatre (‘the Coolidge’) has announced visionary writer-director Payal Kapadia (All We Imagine as Light) as the 2025 recipient of The Coolidge Breakthrough Artist Award.

3RD ANNUAL BLACK MOTHERHOOD AND PARENTING NEW PLAY FESTIVAL Streams New Season

Blackboard Plays and the Parent Artist Advocacy League will partner to uplift the stories of Black families for the 3rd Annual Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival.

Playwrights Set for THE FIRE THIS TIME Festival 7th Cycle Of New Works Lab

The Fire This Time Festival will present Melda Beaty, Rachel Herron, and Marcus Scott as playwrights for its New Works Lab. Learn more about the Lab and about the playwrights!

National Black Theatre And Apollo Theater Took Over The Kennedy Center To Host A Genre-Bending Concert

After a sold-out show in Harlem's world famous Apollo in 2022, National Black Theatre and Apollo Theater took over the Opera House at the Kennedy Center to relaunch their signature program, The Gathering. 

National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT

Explore the renewed collaboration between the National Black Theatre and The Apollo, as they announce the return of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT, a transcendent theatrical experience.

Linda Lavin, Matt Rogers & More Join Netflix's NO GOOD DEED Series

Netflix has added the additions of five recurring cast members joining No Good Deed, creator and executive producer Liz Feldman’s upcoming dark comedy series. Previously announced cast includes Lisa Kudrow, Ray Romano, Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Teyonah Parris, O-T Fagbenle, Abbi Jacobson, Poppy Liu and Dennis Leary.

Black Theatre Coalition To Host Inaugural BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala On February 12

Co-founders T. Oliver Reid, Warren Adams, and Reginald “Reggie” Van Lee, along with Board Members Aaliytha Stevens and Naila McKenzie, have announced that the Black Theatre Coalition will host its Inaugural Gala on Monday, February 12, 2024 in New York City at the Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Floor).

FRIGID New York Reveals Full Schedule For 2024 The Fire This Time Festival

FRIGID New York announces the full schedule for the 2024 The Fire This Time Festival.

Park Ave Armory Unveils 2024 Season Featuring ILLINOISE NYC Premiere & More

Park Avenue Armory has revealed its 2024 season, which will include exuberant performances created by groundbreaking choreographers, enveloping musical experiences, and more.

France-Luce Benson, Adrienne Dawes, Deneen Reynolds-Knott And Mars Wolfe To Develop Work In The Fire This Time Festival New Works Lab

France-Luce Benson, Adrienne Dawes, Deneen Reynolds-Knott, and Mars Wolfe will be developing their work in The Fire This Time Festival New Works Lab. Get all the details here.

The Fire This Time Festival Finds New Home at The Wild Project

FRIGID New York will present the 2024 The Fire This Time Festival at a brand new home this January. The Obie Award winning festival will be celebrating its 15th anniversary with the return of its annual Ten-Minute Play Program at The Wild Project.

Christopher Nolan To Be Honored At 2024 Sundance Film Festival's Opening Night Gala

Kicking off the 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival, the evening will honor trailblazing and breakout storytellers, as well as celebrate 40 years of Sundance's commitment to elevating independent storytelling. Christopher Nolan will be honored with the first-ever Sundance Institute Trailblazer Award.

National Black Theatre, ArtBridge, RAY, and LMXD Unveil 500 Foot Long Public Art Exhibition in Harlem

NATIONAL BLACK THEATRE, ARTBRIDGE, RAY, and LMXD unveil a 500-foot-long public art exhibition in Harlem featuring artist Xenobia Bailey.

NAATCO Names Mona Moriya as Managing Producer, Expanding Leadership Team

NAATCO has appointed Mona Moriya as its new Managing Producer. With her extensive experience, Moriya will play a vital role in driving growth and innovation at the New York Asian American Theatre Company, enhancing its creative direction and operations. Learn more about NAATCO's exciting new addition and their plans for the future.

Ars Nova & National Black Theatre to Present World Premiere of (PRAY), A SACRED OFFERING by nicHi douglas

Discover the world premiere of (pray), a captivating production presented by Ars Nova and National Black Theatre in New York City. Don't miss this limited engagement performance that explores the profound power of sacred offerings.

FRIGID New York presents The Fire This Time Festival Reading Series

FRIGID New York will present The Fire This Time Festival Reading Series on Sunday, September 3 at 7pm, Monday, September 11 at 7pm, and Sunday, September 17 at 7pm at The Kraine Theater (85 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003).

National Black Theatre Joins PURLIE VICTORIOUS Producing Team

Learn about the exciting collaboration between National Black Theatre and the production team of PURLIE VICTORIOUS. Discover how this partnership is set to enhance the upcoming show and bring a unique experience to audiences.

National Black Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Season 'Defiance of Our Bloom'

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer’s Tony-nominated National Black Theatre (NBT) has announced its 2023-24 season, ‘Defiance of Our Bloom,’ with a theatrical lineup of four productions created in partnership with three leading theaters including Ars Nova, The Apollo Performing Arts Center and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 

National Black Theatre Kicks Off Its 56th Season With The Second Annual Learn To Love Yourself: Silent Disco & Portrait Series

Back by popular demand and named as one of New York's Best Things To Do! by Timeout New York, National Black Theatre (NBT) announces the second annual Learn to Love Yourself: Silent Disco & Portrait Series.