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.
Video: 'Two Bodies' Music Video From NYC Premiere of MEXODUS Musical
by Stephi Wild - August 28, 2025
An all-new 90s hip-hop style music video has been released for “Two Bodies,” a song from the upcoming New York City premiere of the new musical Mexodus. Check outt he video here!...
Cast and Design Team Set for WE COME TO COLLECT: A FLIRTATION, WITH CAPITALISM at The Flea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 24, 2025
The Flea has revealed the complete cast and design team for the world premiere production of the play, we come to collect: a flirtation, with capitalism, written by Jenn Kidwell and the blackening. Learn how to purchase tickets....
MEXODUS to Have NYC Premiere at the Minetta Lane Theatre in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 23, 2025
Audible is presenting the New York City premiere of the new musical Mexodus, written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the show that's generating major buzz....
Mychal-Bella Bowen Will Join Post-Show Talkback At Off Broadway’s CRACKED OPEN
by Stephi Wild - June 12, 2025
Hollywood’s Mychal-Bella Bowen (The Underground Railroad) will participate in a post-show talkback on June 17 following a performance of CRACKED OPEN. Learn more here!...
New York African Film Festival Highlights New MACBETH Adaptation at BAM
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025
ulture aficionados are converging on BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) for the New York African Film Festival (NYAFF). The festival runs at BAM through May 29 as FilmAfrica — the companion to the beloved DanceAfrica festival, long considered the unofficial start to summer in Brooklyn. ...
MAGIA, BIG QUARTERLY, and FORTY ELEPHANTS Launch 12th Season of New York Theatre Barn's Choreography Lab
by Stephi Wild - March 17, 2025
New York Theatre Barn will launch the 12th season of its Choreography Lab at Open Jar Studios in NYC and will be streamed live. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!...
Oversoul Theatre Collective Reveals Upcoming March Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 04, 2025
Oversoul Theatre Collective, the resident arts organization at the Underground Railroad Cafe & Gallery, will present an exciting lineup of cultural and artistic events this March. Learn more. ...
& JULIET, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced At Playhouse Square
by A.A. Cristi - February 24, 2025
Playhouse Square will welcome unique shows to its stages this March, spanning comedy, dance, music, theatrical performances and more. ...
Photos: MACBETH IN STRIDE at Harvey Theater at the BAM Strong
by A.A. Cristi - February 13, 2025
BAM in association with Philadelphia Theatre Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company and Yale Repertory Theatre will present Macbeth in Stride, written and performed by Whitney White and directed by Tyler Dobrowsky and Taibi Magar. See photos from the production....
Ars Nova To Honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan At NOVA BALL In April
by A.A. Cristi - February 06, 2025
Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025. ...
PAUL ROBESON and THE DOUGLASS-LINCOLN DEBATES Come to Harriet Tubman Theater
by Stephi Wild - February 03, 2025
A rare theatrical double bill will feature three performances of Paul Robeson and The Douglass-Lincoln Debates by Douglas D. Miron. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!...
THE VISIT OF MOTHER MOSES to be Presented at Hudson Guild Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 24, 2025
In an exclusive three-performance engagement, the Hudson Guild Theater and New York Theater Festival will present The Visit of Mother Moses. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets. ...
Playhouse Square Unveils Black History Month Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 17, 2025
Playhouse Square will celebrate Black History Month with a special digital display throughout the District and a variety of performances. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....
Detroit Public Theatre Announces Cast For CONFEDERATES By Dominique Morisseau
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025
Detroit Public Theatre has announced the cast for CONFEDERATES, by DPT Executive Artistic Producer, MacArthur Genius award-winning, Tony nominated, Daughter of Detroit, Dominique Morisseau....
New Musicals From Jay Alan Zimmerman, Laurie Hochman, and More Set For New York Theatre Barn's Choreography Lab 12th Season
by Stephi Wild - January 03, 2025
New York Theatre Barn will launch the 12th season of its Choreography Lab in 2025. Curated by Avital Asuleen, the Choreography Lab is the only platform for choreographers and writers to collaborate on movement for original musicals during incubation. ...
Chukwudi Iwuji to Read James Baldwin Presented by Authors Guild Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 03, 2024
Join Chukwudi Iwuji, acclaimed stage and screen actor, for a reading to mark the centenary of James Baldwin presented by the Authors Guild Foundation....
Aaron Pierre Cast as John Stewart in HBO Original Drama Series LANTERNS
by Josh Sharpe - October 09, 2024
Aaron Pierre has been cast as the DC character John Stewart, also known as Green Lantern, in the upcoming HBO series Lanterns. The series follows new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the ...
2nd Thursday Blues Jam Sessions Held as Mwalim Daphunkee Professor's THUNDERCHILD Tour Continues
by Blair Ingenthron - September 21, 2024
2nd Thursday Blues is a monthly jam session hosted by the Oversoul Theatre Collective at the Underground Railroad Cafe in New Bedford, providing a vibrant, workshop-styled environment for blues, soul, and jazz musicians to collaborate and hone their craft....
Oversoul Theatre Collective Will Host New Monthly Arts and Music Series at Underground Railroad Cafe
by Blair Ingenthron - September 21, 2024
The Oversoul Theatre Collective (OTC) has announced its new partnership and residency at the Underground Railroad Cafe on Acushnet Avenue. This collaboration brings a vibrant array of monthly events to the New Bedford community, including music, poetry, and civic dialogues, all offered free to the p...
Wamptronica Continues Their 'The SESSION' Pop-Up Dance Party Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - September 21, 2024
Wamptronica, an underground dance music collective, and the Oversoul Theatre Collective (OTC) have joined forces to launch 'The SESSION,' a pop-up dance party tour aimed at fostering community engagement through music and the arts. ...
On-The-Go! Theatre Productions To Travel Around Capital Region
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2024
Collaborative School of the Arts has announced the return of the On-The-Go! Tour performances. For the 24/25 season, the On-The-Go! Tour shows are “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “Friend of a Friend: Tales of the Underground Railroad,” sponsored by Citizens Bank....
Cast Set for THE BEASTIARY at Ars Nova This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 05, 2024
Ars Nova has revealed details for the Off-Broadway world premiere of The Beastiary. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the show. ...
Calvin Leon Smith to Join CABARET as 'Clifford Bradshaw' in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 05, 2024
Calvin Leon Smith will return to Broadway this Fall as ‘Clifford Bradshaw’ in the Tony Award -winning Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets....
THE FLUXUS BROTHERS PRESENT: GOOD AND BAD ART to Premiere As Part Of The Cannonball Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - August 04, 2024
The Fluxus Brothers Present: Good Art Bad Art will premiere as part of the Cannonball Festival on September 13th, 18th, and 27th at The MAAS Building....
Berkeley Rep to Kick Off 24/25 Season with MEXODUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 31, 2024
Kicking off its 2024/25 season, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of the hip-hop remix, Mexodus....
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