Langston Hughes
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Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Joey Mervis - 2025-11-29 16:00:20
Video: Cast Members Rachel Handler and Christian Prentice on Philadelphia Theatre Company's COST OF LIVING
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-13 10:39:49
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-05 13:51:47
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HAITI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL to Screen 16 Films in Hollywood
by Rachel Stone - Aug 6, 2026
The Haiti International Film Festival announced 16 official selections for its 11th annual edition, set to take place at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 6, 2026
The Haiti International Film Festival announced 16 official selections for its 11th annual edition, set to take place at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood.
BORN TO SING THE GOSPEL to Play Philly Fringe Fest in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026
A stage production honoring gospel singer Marion Williams will run in September at Asian Arts Initiative Black Box Theater as part of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026
A stage production honoring gospel singer Marion Williams will run in September at Asian Arts Initiative Black Box Theater as part of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
Eastman School of Music to Release IN PLAIN SIGHT: The Black Anthology
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2026
Eastman School of Music will release a double album of art songs by Black American composers, featuring Joshua Conyers, Nicole Cabell, and Kiera Duffy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2026
Eastman School of Music will release a double album of art songs by Black American composers, featuring Joshua Conyers, Nicole Cabell, and Kiera Duffy.
New Hazlett Theater Names Melissa Cardello-Linton as First Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2026
The Pittsburgh venue named its first Artistic Director while launching ForgeWorks, a new program for developing works with producers and cultural institutions, alongside a rebrand.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2026
The Pittsburgh venue named its first Artistic Director while launching ForgeWorks, a new program for developing works with producers and cultural institutions, alongside a rebrand.
International Literary Properties Promotes Jeremy Barclay and Yoni Weiss
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
International Literary Properties has promoted Jeremy Barclay to Vice President, Film & Television, and Yoni Weiss to Manager, Theatrical Licensing & Development.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
International Literary Properties has promoted Jeremy Barclay to Vice President, Film & Television, and Yoni Weiss to Manager, Theatrical Licensing & Development.
NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG to Launch 2026-2027 Season at Merkin Hall and Beyond
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
BLACK ARTS MKE THEATRE FESTIVAL to Return for 4th Annual Celebration in Milwaukee
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
Black Arts MKE will present its 4th Annual Theatre Festival across multiple Milwaukee venues, featuring a world premiere, spoken word performances, and free community events celebrating Black theatre and storytelling.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
Black Arts MKE will present its 4th Annual Theatre Festival across multiple Milwaukee venues, featuring a world premiere, spoken word performances, and free community events celebrating Black theatre and storytelling.
Video: NJPAC Arts Education Releases 'America's Way: Hope and Justice'
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Over 160 Newark-area students created 'America's Way: Hope and Justice,' an original song and music video marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S., with lyrics drawn from Dodge Poetry workshops and a score by GRAMMY-winner Mark Gross.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Over 160 Newark-area students created 'America's Way: Hope and Justice,' an original song and music video marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S., with lyrics drawn from Dodge Poetry workshops and a score by GRAMMY-winner Mark Gross.
THE EXONERATED, DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE & More Set for Black Theatre Troupe's 57th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
BLACK NATIVITY Free Community Choir & Dance Workshop to Return at Intiman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026
Intiman Theatre announced a free Community Choir & Dance Workshop inspired by BLACK NATIVITY, led by Music Director Sam L. Townsend, Jr. and choreographer Vania C. Bynum at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute in Seattle.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026
Intiman Theatre announced a free Community Choir & Dance Workshop inspired by BLACK NATIVITY, led by Music Director Sam L. Townsend, Jr. and choreographer Vania C. Bynum at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute in Seattle.
Photos: HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET Performs To Sold Out Audience; Producers Eyeing Full Production
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
A special staged benefit concert of the new musical 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' based on Jamie Ford's New York Times bestselling novel took place at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. Check out the photos!
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
A special staged benefit concert of the new musical 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' based on Jamie Ford's New York Times bestselling novel took place at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. Check out the photos!
Classic American Tales To Present Tales at the Dormer House
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
Classic American Tales (CAT) will present Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
Classic American Tales (CAT) will present Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers.
JUNETEENTH EXPERIENCE to Return to Miami and Fort Lauderdale with Hued Songs
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Hued Songs will present The Juneteenth Experience 2026, a free month-long series of performances, visual art and community events across Miami-Dade and Broward counties, culminating in mainstage shows at the Miami Beach Bandshell and Fort Lauderdale.
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Hued Songs will present The Juneteenth Experience 2026, a free month-long series of performances, visual art and community events across Miami-Dade and Broward counties, culminating in mainstage shows at the Miami Beach Bandshell and Fort Lauderdale.
PERFORMA LIVE ON BROADWAY to Feature Julio Torres, Barbara Kruger & More at Town Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Performa will present a one-night-only variety show at The Town Hall in New York, featuring twelve acts spanning music, dance, comedy, and performance, hosted by Casey Jost. The fundraiser includes Julio Torres, Barbara Kruger, Anne Imhof, and Yvonne Rainer.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Performa will present a one-night-only variety show at The Town Hall in New York, featuring twelve acts spanning music, dance, comedy, and performance, hosted by Casey Jost. The fundraiser includes Julio Torres, Barbara Kruger, Anne Imhof, and Yvonne Rainer.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
Music at the Odyssey to Present A LIFE IN JAZZ Celebrating Billie Holiday, John Coltrane and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will celebrate the inspiring canon of jazz masters with A Life in Jazz, a one-night-only musical journey curated and directed by John Snow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will celebrate the inspiring canon of jazz masters with A Life in Jazz, a one-night-only musical journey curated and directed by John Snow.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 18, 2026- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS and More Win Drama League Awards
by - May 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Literary Properties of Tennessee Williams, Langston Hughes and More Included in Licensing EXPO 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
International Literary Properties is attending the 2026 Licensing Expo for the first time as a Licensor. ILP brings together the most iconic writers, authors, playwrights and lifestyle thought leaders in a uniquely curated collection.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2026
International Literary Properties is attending the 2026 Licensing Expo for the first time as a Licensor. ILP brings together the most iconic writers, authors, playwrights and lifestyle thought leaders in a uniquely curated collection.
Apollo Chamber Players to Release New Album WE THE PEOPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Apollo Chamber Players will release We The People, their ninth studio album on Azica Records, featuring world premiere recordings and new works exploring American democracy in its 250th anniversary year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
Apollo Chamber Players will release We The People, their ninth studio album on Azica Records, featuring world premiere recordings and new works exploring American democracy in its 250th anniversary year.
New Musical HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET Sets Cast for Seattle Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Rich Ceraulo Ko and Darius de Haas will lead the cast in a staged benefit concert of HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET at Seattle's Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, with proceeds benefiting the city's Nikkei community.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Rich Ceraulo Ko and Darius de Haas will lead the cast in a staged benefit concert of HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET at Seattle's Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, with proceeds benefiting the city's Nikkei community.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Langston Hughes written?
Langston Hughes has written 19 shows including Mulatto (Playwright), Street Scene (Lyricist), The Barrier (Bookwriter), Simply Heavenly (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Soul Gone Home (Playwright), Shakespeare in Harlem (Playwright), God's Trombones (Composer), Black Nativity (Bookwriter), Tambourines to Glory (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Jerico-Jim Crow (Bookwriter), The Exception and the Rule/ The Prodigal Son (Playwright), Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill (Lyricist), Little Ham (Source Material), Mule Bone (Lyricist), Rollin' on the T.O.B.A. (Additional Material), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), LoveMusik (Lyricist), After Midnight (Bookwriter).
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