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Billie Holiday Theatre Productions

 
[Broadway, 1981]
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Billie Holiday Theatre Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 1986 - Obie Grant

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BAM Reveals Details For 2024 DanceAfrica Festival


BAM has announced details on its 2024 DanceAfrica festival, The Origin of Communities / A Calabash of Cultures, a dynamic celebration of the rich tapestry of African arts and culture, with a focus on the traditions and contemporary innovations of Cameroon, affectionately known as 'Little Africa.'

NO POLICY NO JUSTICE Comes to La Mama Community Arts Space This Month


From March 20 to 28, Negro Ensemble Company, Inc. will present 'No Policy No Justice,' an evening of three one-acts, at La MaMa Community Arts Space, 74 E.4th Street. 

Wendell Pierce to Play 'Perry White' in James Gunn's SUPERMAN Film


According to various sources, Wendell Pierce will play the Daily Planet Editor-in-Chief Perry White in James Gunn's Superman, opposite David Corenswet (Clark Kent) Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), and Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen), who work underneath Pierce's White at the Daily Planet.

Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For GUN & POWDER at Paper Mill Playhouse


Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the full cast and creative team for the new musical Gun & Powder. Learn more about the team here!

Brooklyn Ballet Appoints Jelani Buckner as First Managing Director


Brooklyn Ballet has announced the appointment of Jelani Buckner as its inaugural Managing Director. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment for the organization as it navigates a period of expansion and transformation.

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Kara Young, Reynaldo Piniella & More to Star in HAMLET Reading at The Acting Company 


The Acting Company has revealed the cast for their reading of Hamlet. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets!

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.

The Acting Company to Present Annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series


The Acting Company will present their annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series, featuring a trio of unique Shakespeare interpretations. Get all the details about this exciting event in New York City.

The Atlanta Shakespeare Company to Present Havoc Movement's DRACULA: THE FAILINGS OF MEN


Dracula: The Failings of Men (a collaboration with Havoc Movement) is coming to The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse from October 5 - 31, 2023. Get production and ticket information here!

American Composers Orchestra Hosts 2nd Creative Catalyst Awards, Honoring Paquito D'Rivera, Dr. Indira Etwaroo, and Edward Yim


The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) will present an evening of honors and performances during its second annual Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:00PM. Learn more about the gala and find out how to attend here!

American Composers Orchestra to Host 2nd Annual Creative Catalyst Awards Honoring Paquito D'Rivera & More


The American Composers Orchestra will present an evening of honors and performances during its second annual Gala and Creative Catalyst Awards on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:00PM.

The Schoolhouse Theater Presents 3-WAY STOP By James Sheldon


The Schoolhouse Theater will present the Westchester Premier of James Sheldon's 3-Way Stop, directed by Schoolhouse Artistic Director Owen Thompson.

Meet the Cast of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!

World Premiere of Renae Simone Jarrett's DAPHNE to be Presented at Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3


Discover the latest news from Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 as they announce 'DAPHNE,' a captivating new play by Renae Simone Jarrett. Directed by Sarah Hughes, this highly anticipated production will be running at Lincoln Center Theater. Immerse yourself in the world premiere of 'DAPHNE' and witness the talent showcased at this renowned theater institution.

Daniel J. Watts, Nicole Ari Parker & More to Star in THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company


Discover the complete cast for THE REFUGE PLAYS, the highly anticipated production at Roundabout Theatre Company. Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the talented actors bring this captivating play to life. Make sure to secure your tickets now.

Full Cast Revealed For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING


The full cast has been announced for the world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White. Find out who is starring in the world premiere here!

Brooklyn Academy Of Music Adds Five Dynamic New Board Members


BAM's (Brooklyn Academy of Music) Board of Trustees has announced today the addition of five new board members—Jennifer Kopylov, Depelsha McGruder, Juliet Moser, Eri Nishikawa, and Marcel Przymusinski.

Tatiana Wechsler, Kaliswa Brewster & More to Star in THREE SISTERS AFTER CHEKHOV Reading at The Acting Company


The Acting Company has announced the complete cast for the reading of Mustapha Matura's new play Three Sisters After Chekhov. This is a part of the Reading Series in honor of The Acting Company's 50th anniversary. 

651 ARTS in Partnership with The Billie Holiday Theatre Presents SONG SALON


651 ARTS - Brooklyn's premier institution for the African Diasporic performing arts- in partnership with The Billie Holiday Theatre (The Billie) - one of the nation's preeminent arts and culture organizations – will present a new innovative live performance series this Spring with the Song Salon.

Billie Holiday Theatre FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Billie Holiday Theatre been nominated for?

The Billie Holiday Theatre has been nominated for an Obie Grant at the Obie Awards.

What awards has Billie Holiday Theatre won?

The Billie Holiday Theatre has won an Obie Grant at the Obie Awards.

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