Adesola Osakalumi

Video: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse First Look
by Joshua Wright - Jun 8, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has shared a new clip from its current world premiere production of THE MONSTERS, offering a closer look at the sibling drama that opened earlier this month at the Mandell Weiss Forum in La Jolla, California.

THE MONSTERS Trailer Released Ahead of La Jolla Playhouse World Premiere
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026

Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in THE MONSTERS, a new play about estranged siblings reunited through the world of mixed martial arts, exploring forgiveness and family at La Jolla Playhouse in 2026.

THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.

Nora Schell, Jaime Lozano, Adesola Osakalumi will be part of Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's 2026 Residency Cohort
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Rhinebeck Writers Retreat (RWR) announced the twenty-six musical theatre writers selected for 2026 Summer Residencies. Learn more about the writers here!

Review: THE MONSTERS at Berkeley Rep
by Steve Murray - Apr 3, 2026

Berkely Rep’s co-production with La Jolla Playhouse of Ngozi Anywanu’s The Monsters is a joyous, heartwarming story of the bond between sister and brother that will want to make you hug your sibling. Both emotionally devastating and rewarding, The Monsters is brilliantly written, superbly acted by Anyanwu and Bay Area–born actor Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age, Slave Play on Broadway), and beautifully staged by Director Tamilla Woodard and her technical crew.

Works & Process Opens Applications for 2026-27 Choreographer Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026

Works & Process is now accepting applications for its 2026-27 residencies, offering NYC-based choreographers and dance companies a week-long, out-of-town creative development opportunity.

New York City Center to Offer Free Programs for Young Adults
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

New York City Center will present two free educational programs aimed at young adults, focusing on arts engagement and professional development in the performing arts sector.

THE MONSTERS West Coast Premiere is Coming to Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

This March, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu’s The Monsters, a raw and riveting sibling love story that grapples with reunions, buried resentments and reconnection.

Rattlestick Theater And Storybridge Productions Share Details For Workshop Presentation Of THE CALL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

Rattlestick Theater and StoryBridge Productions are presenting a workshop of The Call, a new musical by Mkhululi Mabija and Paul Castles. The work-in-progress presentation is part of Rattlestick’s Waverly Performance Studio initiative and will be held at BAM Attic Studio in Brooklyn.

Adesola Osakalumi to Present AKINOLA First Look at Works & Process
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

Culminating a Works & Process residency at Bethany Arts Community, award-winning actor, choreographer, creative director, singer, and dancer Adesola Osakalumi will present a first look of Akinola.

Works & Process Unveils 2026 UNDERGROUND UPTOWN DANCE FESTIVAL Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Works & Process has announced the 2026 UNDERGROUND UPTOWN DANCE FESTIVAL, a multi-day series of commissioned dance works at the Guggenheim Museum. The festival features artists working across street, social, club, ballet, and contemporary dance.

The Billie Holiday Theatre Launches CARIBBEAN CALLING – ROOTS & RESURGENCE Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the  Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim Unveils Spring 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

Throughout spring 2026, Works & Process will present a full slate of dynamic programs at Guggenheim New York, along with a special Martha Graham Dance Company performance at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice on May 8, coinciding with the opening of the Venice Biennale.

Photos: Crossroads Launches 47th Season With Benefit Event And Performance Of CRUMBS FROM THE TABLE OF JOY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025

Crossroads Theatre Company launched its 47th season with a benefit event and performance of Lynn Nottage’s Crumbs from the Table of Joy at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center.

New Federal Theatre To Present Return Engagement Of Kelundra Smith’s THE WASH
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025

Woodie King Jr.'s New Federal Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Van Dyke, will bring back Kelundra Smith’s The Wash for a return engagement this fall. Directed by Awoye Timpo.

Works & Process Reveals 2025 - 2026 Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Works & Process has revealed its 2025-26 residencies. Each year, Works & Process produces more than 20 creative residencies via a network of over a dozen partner venues in five states. Learn more!

Aisha Jackson, Ali Stroker and More Join Education and Community Programs at City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025

New York City Center has revealed the full slate of Education and Community Engagement programs for the 2025 – 2026 Season. Learn more about the programming here!

Works & Process Reveals Awarded Artists From Residency Open Call
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025

Works & Process has revealed the awarded artists from its first-ever residency open call. Learn more here!

National Black Theatre Closes Season With Nathan Yungerberg’s SWEETWATER: THE GOSPEL OF IMAN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025

National Black Theatre (NBT) will close its 2024–2025 theatrical season with a limited run of Sweetwater: The Gospel of Iman, a new work by playwright Nathan Yungerberg and directed by Zhailon Levingston (Cats: The Jellicle Ball).

THE WASH To Have NY Premiere at New Federal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025

Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre will present the New York premiere of The Wash May 30 to June 29 at WP Theatre. 'The Wash' by Kelundra Smith offers an intimate and often funny portrait at the ordinary women who initiated and led the strike.