The Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and to Canada, was not run by any single organization or person. Rather, it consisted of many individuals -- many whites but predominently black -- who knew only of the local efforts to aid fugitives and not of the overall operation. Still, it effectively moved hundreds of slaves northward each year -- according to one estimate, the South lost 100,000 slaves between 1810 and 1850.
Take a Storytelling Journey from Beech Grove to Central America With VERSIONS OF CHILDHOOD At Storytelling Arts of Indiana
by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2024
Storytelling Arts of Indiana celebrates wildly diverse, but remarkably relatable childhoods in the next offering of its 36th season of arts programming. Indianapolis' own Bob Sander and Chicago-based storyteller Nestor Gomez will perform “Versions of Childhood” on Saturday, February 10, at Eugen...
Chandler Center For The Arts Presents Return Engagement of NORTH: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2024
The producers of NORTH: THE MUSICAL announce the cast for the uplifting musical set amongst the backdrop of the underground railroad....
NORTH: THE MUSICAL A Gripping Tale Of Resilience And Triumph Comes To Poway OnStage!
by A.A. Cristi - December 06, 2023
'North: The Musical' is a gripping tale of resilience and triumph coming to Poway OnStage. Don't miss this powerful performance on Saturday, January 20th at 6:00pm....
HENDRICK I. LOTT HOUSE in Brooklyn-Tree Lighting Event 12/8
by Marina Kennedy - December 05, 2023
Hendrick I. Lott House, one of Brooklyn’s oldest known houses, has announced their tree lighting event that kicks off the holiday season. It will be held on Friday, December 8th at 6 PM....
Frank Basile Presents Emerging Stories Premiere A FORERUNNER OF FREEDOM: INDIANAPOLIS BETHEL AMC HISTORY TOLD THROUGH STORY, SONG AND DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2023
In 1991, The National Park Service put Bethel Cathedral AME at 414 West Vermont Street on the National Register of Historic Places, making it the first Black church in Indianapolis to earn that distinction....
Premiere Stages at Kean University Reveals Play Festival Winners and Commission Recipients
by Stephi Wild - October 11, 2023
Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced four playwrights selected for expanded development as part of the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Learn more about the playwrights here!...
Chandler Center for the Arts Launches 10th Annual CENTER STAGE Event
by Stephi Wild - September 20, 2023
Chandler Center for the Arts has announced its 10th annual event, CENTER STAGE, a festive fundraiser to benefit the Chandler Cultural Foundation on Sunday, October 22 at 12 pm. Learn more about the event and find out how to get tickets here!...
Colson Whitehead, Author Of 'The Nickel Boys' Comes to Writers On A New England Stage This Month
by Stephi Wild - July 10, 2023
On Thursday, July 20, Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author Colson Whitehead comes to The Music Hall as part of the Writers on a New England Stage series to discuss the newest installment in the Harlem Trilogy, CROOK MANIFESTO. A darkly funny tale of a city under siege but also a sne...
Collingwood Music Festival to Be Held Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - June 18, 2023
Collingwood Music Festival has announced additional events at the festival, running July 8 – 15....
THE THIRD RAIL Comes to New Jersey City University This Month
Cast Announced For JOHNNY & THE DEVIL'S BOX In Concert At The Williamson County Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - June 02, 2023
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park (WCPAC) and Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) are excited to share cast details for the upcoming concert performance of new musical Johnny & the Devil's Box....
Palace Theater Hosts 'Harriet Tubman' Play Reading and Discussion For Juneteenth
by Stephi Wild - June 02, 2023
On June 19th from 1:30 – 3:30 pm, join the Palace Theater for a captivating Juneteenth event that celebrates the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman through a compelling play reading and thought-provoking follow-up discussion. ...
Geraldine Brooks and Colson Whitehead Come to the Music Hall as Part of WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023
New Hampshire Public Radio and The Music Hall announced the latest line-up for their award-winning series, Writers on a New England Stage, featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Geraldine Brooks and Colson Whitehead....
Station Hope Features a Poet Laureate, a Focus on Jesse Owens, a Local Jazz Club, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the 10th anniversary of Station Hope on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on the grounds of Cleveland’s first authenticated Underground Railroad site St. John’s Episcopal Church at 2600 Church Avenue. Station Hope is a jubilant communit...
Cleveland Public Theatre Presents STATION HOPE 2023 10th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - May 03, 2023
Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) presents the 10th anniversary of Station Hope on Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on the grounds of Cleveland's first authenticated Underground Railroad site St. John's Episcopal Church at 2600 Church Avenue. Station Hope is a jubilant community event c...
New Arts Center, Theatre Rehearsal Space Opens in Midtown Manhattan
by A.A. Cristi - April 21, 2023
A new arts center is opening in midtown Manhattan to provide rehearsal and teaching space for performing arts organizations. Houghton Hall Arts Community offers 17,000 square feet of rehearsal rooms, acting studios, offices, and meeting space to performing arts organizations, teachers, actors, and o...
The World Premiere of A MAROON'S GUIDE TO TIME & SPACE Comes to Houston in May
by Stephi Wild - April 20, 2023
The latest new work from Houston writer, actor, and director Candice D’Meza is a multidisciplinary, immersive theatre piece that blends live performance, music, video, and omniscient cosmic forces to travel the future-telling visions and seizure-fever dreams of heroic abolitionist and conductor of...
Now Hiring: Sound Engineer, Costume Personnel & More - BWW Classifieds
by - April 13, 2023
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/13/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry....
THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD Comes to Springfield Ahead of Potential New York Run
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2023
Springfield, IL – historically significant as the State Capitol AND the place Abraham Lincoln called home from 1837-1861- when he began his tenure in The White House as one of the most lauded presidents in history-will serve as host for a joyous and riveting new musical love story....
Terence L. Cranert's New Musical THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD To Open in Illinois This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2023
Terence L. Cranert's stirring new musical for the whole family, THE LINCOLNS OF SPRINGFIELD, premieres in Springfield, Illinois, with sights set on New York....
UPCYCLED CINDERELLA - An Imaginative Children's Show is Coming to Little Theatre of Manchester
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 10, 2023
AN IMAGINATIVE CHILDREN'S SHOW UPCYCLED CINDERELLA is coming to Little Theatre of Manchester on April 22!...
THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - February 10, 2023
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN starring Leslie McCurdy next month. Performances run March 6 and 7, 2023 at 7:30pm....
THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 09, 2023
There are many plays about Harriet Tubman, but none share her entire life story like a visit with THE SPIRIT OF HARRIET TUBMAN. ...
Review: VOICES OF THE EIGHTH (VOTE): CHRONICLES II, STORIES FROM HARRISBURG'S OLD EIGHTH WARD at Sankofa African American Theatre Company at Gamut Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - February 05, 2023
The entire production, including lights, sound, costumes, and set, come together to create a beautiful tapestry of art and history. The actors give performances that are heartfelt and passionate, bringing an intensity to the stage that captures the heart and mind....
Northern Liberties Celebrates Black History Month With New Audio Tour and Debut Of WINDOW STORIES
by Stephi Wild - February 02, 2023
Northern Liberties Business Improvement District announces plans to celebrate the neighborhood’s rich history this February. Launching for Black History Month are two new activations, including a new Audio Walking Tour: Northern Liberties Black History and Window Stories, a series of vinyl window ...
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