2019 Ailey Spirit Gala Benefit Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of The Ailey School Raises Over $1 Million
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 14, 2019
Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2019 Lincoln Center engagement continued last night with the star-studded Ailey Spirit Gala. The centerpiece of Ailey's engagement celebrated the 50th Anniversary of The Ailey School, the official school of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and a springboard for many notable artists - including more than 70% of the Company's dancers.
Will Packer, Iyanla Vanzant, Spike Lee and More To Attend 2019 American Black Film Festival
by Tori Hartshorn
- May 9, 2019
The 23rd annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF), taking place in Miami June 12-16, continues to deliver on their promise to showcase some of today's hottest talent and provide a platform for emerging artists. This year's lineup will include conversations, screenings and panels with diverse and inspiring filmmakers, icons and industry executives, presented by some of the most innovative brands in entertainment.
Anthony Anderson, Spike Lee To Attend the 2019 American Black Film Festival
by Kaitlin Milligan
- May 8, 2019
The 23rd annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF), taking place in Miami June 12-16, continues to deliver on their promise to showcase some of today's hottest talent and provide a platform for emerging artists. This year's lineup will include conversations, screenings and panels with diverse and inspiring filmmakers, icons and industry executives, presented by some of the most innovative brands in entertainment.
Syncing Ink Returns For One Night Only MIXTAPE Concert Presentation
by Julie Musbach
- Jan 18, 2019
Following a sold out world premiere co-production by at Houston's Alley Theatre and New York's The Flea Theater, NSangou Njikam's hip-hop musical SYNCING INK is returning by popular demand for a one night only 'MIXTAPE' concert presentation on Sunday, January 20, 2019, at 9:30PM at Joe's Pub at The Public Theater. Based on true events, SYNCING INK is directed by Jeffrey Page, the critically acclaimed choreographer behind Beyonce's 'Run the World (Girls)' and Roundabout Theatre Company's VIOLET, and produced by Victoria Weinberg.
Actors Theatre of Georgia Looks to Chicago for Season 3 Inspiration
by Julie Musbach
- Feb 2, 2018
It has been nearly 12 years since the original Theatre in the Square closed its doors after producing theatre for Metro Atlanta area for nearly 30 years. It is with great pleasure that Marietta's New Theatre in the Square and Actors Theatre of Georgia has announced their third season after reopening the historic doors three years.
Cast Complete, Rehearsals Underway for Broadway's SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 1, 2017
Rehearsals began this week for the revival of John Guare's critically acclaimed play Six Degrees of Separation starring seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney ('Mom,' The Girl on the Train) as Ouisa, Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey (The Normal Heart, 'Manhattan') as Flan and Corey Hawkins (Straight Outta Compton, '24: Legacy') as Paul. Directed by Trip Cullman (Significant Other, Yen), Six Degrees of Separation will begin previews Wednesday, April 5 prior to the official opening on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the Barrymore Theatre. The production will play a 15-week run through Sunday, July 16.
More Stars Sign on for Broadway's SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 22, 2017
Additional casting has been announced for the revival of John Guare's critically acclaimed play Six Degrees Of Separation starring seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney ('Mom,' The Girl on the Train) as Ouisa, Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey (The Normal Heart, 'Manhattan') as Flan and Corey Hawkins (Straight Outta Compton, '24: Legacy') as Paul.
Breaking News: Allison Janney & John Benjamin Hickey Will Return to Broadway in SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION
by Nicole Rosky
- Oct 18, 2016
Producer Stuart Thompson announced today that John Guare's critically acclaimed play Six Degrees of Separation will return to Broadway this spring in a revival starring seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney ('Mom,' The Girl on the Train) as Ouisa and Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey (The Normal Heart, 'Manhattan') as Flan. Trip Cullman (Significant Other, Punk Rock) will direct the production, which is set to open at the Barrymore Theatre in April 2017 and will run for 15 weeks only.
BWW Review: Hattiloo Theatre's MARCUS; OR THE SECRET OF SWEET Offers Dreams for Some, Nightmares for Others
by Joseph Baker
- Apr 18, 2016
On the surface, Hattiloo Theatre's streamlined production of Tarrell Alvin McCraney's MARCUS; OR THE SECRET OF SWEET might seem a variation on a familiar theme: A young man troubled by dreams and conflicted about his identity seems to 'hit a brick wall' when he turns to others to try discover why he is, what he is -- 'sweet,' a kind of code word for homosexuality. That might seem a facile enough summary of what this play is about, but to shrug one's shoulders and miss this committed little production would be to miss also the fascinating journey in which it is couched.
THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: April 25 - May 1
by BWW Special Coverage
- May 1, 2015
Catch up on the week's biggest stories from Broadway and beyond in BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures,' featuring coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights, and more. Highlights this week include coverage of opening night of The Public Theater's GROUNDED, starring Anne Hathaway, the cast of THE VISIT recording the original cast album, a first look at Darren Criss's return to Broadway as HEDWIG, and more!
'Wig Out!' Extends Its Run at The Vineyard Theatre Through November 2nd
by Faetra Petillo
- Oct 2, 2008
The Vineyard Theatre (108 East 15th Street) has announced a two-week extension of its newest hit play WIG OUT! by Tarrell Alvin McCraney -- author of the acclaimed play, THE BROTHERS SIZE and the first recipient of The Vineyard's Paula Vogel Playwriting Award in 2007 -- now set to play through November 2.
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