Coming soon to Adult Swim, Black Jesus is a new half-hour live-action scripted comedy that finds Jesus living in present-day Compton, Calif., on a daily mission to spread love and kindness throughout the neighborhood with the help of his small but loyal group of downtrodden followers.
From Executive Producers Aaron McGruder (The Boondocks) and Mike Clattenburg (Trailer Park Boys) and Executive Producers Norman Aladjem, John Bravakis, Meghann Collins Robertson, and Robert Wise
From Executive Producers Aaron McGruder (The Boondocks) and Mike Clattenburg (Trailer Park Boys) and Executive Producers Norman Aladjem, John Bravakis, Meghann Collins Robertson, and Robert Wise
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Review: THE GREAT PRIVATION at Woolly Mammoth
by Brian Bochicchio - October 06, 2025
What unfolds is engaging, challenging and heartfelt, but ultimately hard to pin down. Robinson’s Harlem roots and experience are brought to light to illuminate the black experience in a generationally time-bending way. “A Raisin in the Sun” it is not....
Interview: Director Jeff Liu of PARANORMAL INSIDE at East West Players
by Shari Barrett - October 05, 2025
I spoke with Jeff Liu about his journey directing Paranormal Inside after The Brothers Paranormal, the difference between the two scripts and the characters’ friendship, his experience working with its original cast members, and any updates on what a spectacular boo-fest the production promises to...
Review Roundup: SATURDAY CHURCH Opens At New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2025
<p class="p1" style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); white-space: normal;"><i>The world-premiere of “Saturday Church” opens at New York Theatre Workshop — discover what critics are saying about its gospel-to-pop score, bold visuals and queer sanctuary story.</i><i></i></p> ...
Lucy Prebble's THE EFFECT Will Open at The Shed in 2024
by Stephi Wild - December 11, 2023
An exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of Lucy Prebble's The Effect is coming to The Shed next year! Learn more about the play and find out how to get tickets here!...
Southern Songwriter Patrick Davis Shares New Song 'L-O-V-E'
by Michael Major - December 08, 2023
Patrick Davis, the South Carolina-born and Nashville-based songwriter is thrilled to share his newest single “L-O-V-E.” “L-O-V-E” follows a handful of original songs released by Davis throughout 2023 including “Wrong Side of the Tracks,” “Beautiful Day For Flying,” and 'Six Strin...
Emotionally Charged FATHER FIGURES To Screen At HPIFF On October 6
by A.A. Cristi - October 04, 2023
Critically acclaimed 'Father Figures' to screen at Highland Park Independent Film Festival on October 6th. A gripping exploration of love, loss, and the unique bonds formed when one has lost their own family. Directed by Alessandro Chille....
Raleigh Church Celebrates Pride With Triangle Premiere Of Terrence McNally's CORPUS CHRISTI
by A.A. Cristi - May 03, 2023
St. John's Metropolitan Community Church will be presenting Corpus Christi, a queer passion play by Terrence McNally, during the first two weekends in June to honor Pride month and the church's accepting and affirming position regarding all types of people, including those who identify as LGBTQ+....
Full Company Confirmed for Zadie Smith's THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 14, 2023
BAM has announced the full company for The Wife of Willesden, directed by Indhu Rubasingham at the BAM Harvey Theater. See the full cast, and how to purchase tickets!...
Review: Douglas Lyons' CHICKEN & BISCUITS at the Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Peter Nason - February 19, 2023
As its title suggests, it's like theatrical comfort food....
MTC's 2023 Ted Snowdon Reading Series to Feature Work by Lloyd Suh, Else Went & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 13, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Clubhas announced the lineup for the 2023 Ted Snowdon Reading Series....
Clare Perkins, Marcus Adolphy & More to Star in THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN North American Premiere at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2023
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) has announced the cast and creative team of The Wife of Willesden. See how to purchase tickets! ...
THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN Extends at the Kiln Theatre and Sets New York Premiere
by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2022
Kiln Theatre has announced a two-week extension for Zadie Smith's critically acclaimed smash-hit The Wife of Willesden due to public demand – now running at Kiln Theatre until Saturday 11 February 2023. Directed by Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham, the production sees Clare Perkins reprising he...
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at the Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - November 28, 2022
Kiln Theatre has released rehearsal photos from the return of Zadie Smith’s The Wife of Willesden, directed by Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham. The production runs at Kiln Theatre from 14 December to 28 January, ahead of its US transfer in February. ...
Fernanda Kelly To Star in I AM FRIDA KAHLO at the Cerritos College Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 13, 2022
Fernanda Kelly, will star as Frida Kahlo in the worldwide premiere English interpretation of I Am Frida Kahlo. The play, which has been previously performed only in Spanish, will be presented in English for the first time beginning Saturday, October 29 with additional performances on Sunday, October...
Kiln Theatre Announces Full Cast For The Return Of THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN
by Stephi Wild - October 12, 2022
Kiln Theatre has announced the full cast for the return of Zadie Smith's The Wife of Willesden, directed by Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham....
Campo Santo to Present Return Engagement of OTTO FRANK Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - September 11, 2022
The Magic Theatre’s first Home Resident Company- Campo Santo has announced a return encore engagement of the premiere run of OTTO FRANK, a new performance piece created and performed by star of film, television, and stage Roger Guenveur Smith....
Campo Santo's Encore Engagement Of OTTO FRANK, Created And Performed By Roger Guenveur Smith
by A.A. Cristi - August 25, 2022
The Magic Theatre’s first Home Resident Company- Campo Santo is honored to announce a return encore engagement of the premiere run of OTTO FRANK, a new performance piece created and performed by incomparable star of film, television, and stage Roger Guenveur Smith. ...
Bob Dylan Musical GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Continues Australian Tour With Canberra and Brisbane Seasons
by Stephi Wild - August 10, 2022
Hit musical Girl from the North Country, written by Conor McPherson, with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, is one of the most critically acclaimed, multi award-winning productions of the 21st century....
Original Theatre Company Announces Cast For The Shortlisted Scripts For The Originals Playwriting Award 2022
by Stephi Wild - June 30, 2022
Original Theatre Company today announces the all-star cast for the script-in-hand performances from the three shortlisted plays for the Originals Playwriting Award....
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Comes To QPAC For Brisbane Festival 2022
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2022
Hit musical Girl from the North Country, written by Conor McPherson, with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, is one of the most critically acclaimed, multi award-winning productions of the 21st century....
BWW Interview: Roger Guenveur Smith of OTTO FRANK at Campo Santo & Magic Theatre Explores the Enduring Relevance of the Holocaust Survivor
by Jim Munson - March 10, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to Obie, Peabody and Bessie Award winning actor and writer Roger Guenveur Smith about 'Otto Frank' his new solo piece running as a Campo Santo production at the Magic Theatre in San Francisco. Guenveur Smith finds enduring relevance in the story of the Holocaust survivor....
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Premieres Tonight In Sydney
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2022
International hit musical Girl from the North Country, by Conor McPherson, with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, will have its Australian premiere tonight at the newly re-opened Theatre Royal Sydney. ...
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Come To Melbourne in April 2022
by Stephi Wild - December 13, 2021
Producers GWB Entertainment and Damien Hewitt today announced that the hit musical Girl from the North Country, by Conor McPherson, with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, will open at the Comedy Theatre in Melbourne on Friday 29 April for a limited season....
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN at the Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - November 18, 2021
Photo have been released from the first night of Zadie Smith’s The Wife of Willesden at Kiln Theatre last night. ...
Full Cast Announced For THE WIFE OF WILLESDEN At The Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - October 05, 2021
With NW Trilogy by Moira Buffini, Suhayla El-Bushra and Roy Williams currently playing its final week, Kiln Theatre Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham announces the full company for Zadie Smith's The Wife of Willesden – joining the previously announced Clare Perkins in the title role are...
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