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The ADAPT Leadership Awards Raises Over $800,000 For ADAPT Community Network
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2022


The ADAPT Leadership Awards took place on March 10th at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. The Gala celebrated the 75th Anniversary of the non-profit organization, formerly called United Cerebral Palsy of New York City (UCP of NYC).

Oprah to Announce THE COLOR PURPLE Casting in ABC SOUL OF A NATION Special
by Michael Major - Feb 3, 2022


The special will reveal the lead actresses who are cast as Celia and Sofia in Warner Bros.’ film adaptation of the beloved musical “The Color Purple” and feature an exclusive clip of “The Color Purple” producer Oprah Winfrey delivering the casting news to one of the actresses.

Ali Stroker, LaChanze & More To Be Honored At The ADAPT Leadership Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2022


he ADAPT Community Network Board of Directors announced today the 2022 honorees for the ADAPT Leadership Awards, which will take place on Thursday, March 10th, 2022, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

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!

Peabody Awards Name 30 Winners, Representing the Very Best in Storytelling
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jun 24, 2021


Additional winning platforms include ABC, The Atlantic, CBS, Disney Channel, ITV, KING 5, KNXV-TV, MTV, Nashville Public Radio, National Geographic, Shudder, and The Washington Post.

New York City Ballet Announces Designers For 2021 Fall Fashion Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2021


On September 30, 2021 New York City Ballet will present its annual Fall Fashion Gala, celebrating choreography and costume design with two world premiere works showcasing some of today’s most exciting artists from the worlds of dance and fashion. 

ABC News Originals Presents 'The American Royal Baby' Streaming Today Only on Hulu
by TV News Desk - Jun 7, 2021


“The American Royal Baby” will provide a glimpse of the potentially glamorous California life ahead for the first American-born royal baby girl, spotlight how she will fit into the royal family and the line of succession and reflect on the legacy Princess Diana leaves for her grandchildren.

VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Disney on Broadway's WOMEN'S DAY ON BROADWAY 2021
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2021


Just last week, in celebration of International Women's Day, Disney on Broadway presented the 4th annual 'Women's Day on Broadway.' Now we're taking you inside the big day!

Laura Benanti, Karen Olivo & More Join Festivites for Women's Day on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2021


In celebration of International Women's Day, Disney on Broadway announces free registration, programming, and participants for the 4th annual 'Women's Day on Broadway' virtual event on Friday, March 12, 2021, beginning at 1 pm EST. 

ABC News to Launch Groundbreaking Primetime Newscast 'Soul of a Nation'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 11, 2021


ABC News announced today it will launch a groundbreaking primetime newscast, the first broadcast network newsmagazine that aims to put Black life in America front and center.

Amy Sherald and Jordan Casteel Join BAM's LET FREEDOM RING Vol. 1
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2021


Brooklyn Academy of Music presents the highly anticipated Let Freedom Ring Vol. 2, a provocative exploration of the meaning of freedom. The digital billboard-based series features artwork by established and emerging artists deeply engaged in an ongoing dialogue about the artists' role in art, social justice, equity, and inclusion.

ABC News Announces Special Coverage of the Inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 15, 2021


ABC News announced today special coverage of the 2021 inauguration of president-elect Joe Biden. On Tuesday, Jan. 19, ABC News will present special reports on ABC on the events of the day.

VIDEO: Dance Theater of Harlem Holds 2020 Vision Gala - WE ARE DANCE THEATER OF HARLEM
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2020


Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) invited fans to join in for a special benefit to celebrate its legacy of excellence and inclusion in classical ballet, and to honor the future of DTH.

Dance Theatre of Harlem Announces 2020 Gala Featuring Alicia Keys and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2020


Dance Theatre of Harlem announced today its plans to embark on an ambitious project designed to continue its creation of new work, and details about this year's Vision Gala, WE ARE Dance Theatre of Harlem, set for October 19.

TURNING POINT Takes Over NIGHTLINE for a Month
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 9, 2020


In the midst of a defining moment for the country when millions of protestors have called for justice and equality, ABC News aims to find out if America has reached a turning point with a groundbreaking month-long series of reports examining the racial reckoning sweeping the nation and whether it leads to lasting reconciliation.

ABC News' 20/20 Presents THE MARCH
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 28, 2020


On the 57th anniversary of the historic 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, “20/20” will present “The March,” a film narrated by actor Denzel Washington that tells the story about how this crucial moment in the civil rights movement began.

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