Apphia Campbell

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Trailer Released Ahead of 2026 West End Run
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026

Apphia Campbell's Adelaide Fringe Award-winning play, inspired by Nina Simone's life and featuring her iconic songs performed live, heads to the West End in 2026, tracing a singer-activist's search for redemption after her father's death.

Video: Watch the Trailer for BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE, Now on Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026

Black Is The Color Of My Voice is currently on a UK Tour, with its next stop at the Cranleigh Arts Centre in July. Watch the trailer for Apphia Campbell's one-woman show here. 

Summerhall Arts Reveals 36 Shows of 2026 Festival Programme Including Xhloe & Natasha, Adam Riches, and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub Summerhall Arts has announced 36 more shows of the 2026 instalment of its renowned festival programme.

MAYDAY From Cora Bissett & Hannah Lavery Set For National Theatre Of Scotland At Central Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026

MAYDAY, curated and directed by Cora Bissett and Hannah Lavery, will be presented by National Theatre of Scotland at Central Hall in Edinburgh. The one-night event will bring together artists across theatre, music, poetry, and dance.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe To Present Brian L. Boyd In ENIGMA This December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present Brian L. Boyd in ENIGMA, the first Independent Artist Program showcase of the season. The two-night event will feature an original theatrical work created in collaboration with M.A.D. Music Acting Dance Inc. and performed by a company of WBTT artists. Boyd, a longtime member of the troupe with extensive stage credits, will return to Sarasota for the premiere.

KISS OF THE SPIDER-WOMAN, SHOWSTOPPER, and More Set For Bristol Old Vic in Spring 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025

Bristol Old Vic has outlined a season of partnerships and visiting work for Spring 2026 with productions on general sale from 10am Fri 24 Oct. Learn more about this lineup here!

Traverse Theatre Reveals Industry Events For Travfest25
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2025

The Traverse Theatre will host two industry-facing events as part of its Travfest25 programme this August, bringing together artists, academics, and audiences to look into what the future may hold for Scottish theatre.

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025

Apphia Campbell is returning to Sarasota in late June to present her original play, “Black is the Color of My Voice,” under the auspices of WBTT’s Independent Artist Program. Learn more here!

Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society Announces 180 Recipients Of The 2025 Keep It Fringe Fund
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society has announced the recipients of the 2025 Keep it Fringe fund. This is the third year of the fund, an initiative created to support Fringe artists to realise their professional ambitions, and in 2025 funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS).

Wilton's Music Hall Reveals Spring 2025 Season With Mark Lockyer, Harriet Walter, Harry Hill, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

Wilton's Music Hall has announced its Spring 2025 season, presenting a diverse and dynamic range of performances that continue to celebrate the rich artistic heritage of this historic venue.

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Comes to Corn Exchange Newbury
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024

On Wednesday 9 October, Black Is The Color Of My Voice returns to the Corn Exchange Newbury, after a successful run at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

York Theatre Royal Reveals Initial Programming For Their New Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024

With their production of Little Women, adapted for the stage by Anne-Marie Casey, currently in rehearsals, York Theatre Royal has announced a brand-new collaboration with Wise Children on North by Northwest, adapted and directed by Wise Children's Artistic Director Emma Rice. Learn more about the full season here!

The Everyman Theatre Will Celebrate Black Stories and Voices This Black History Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2024

The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, will present a lineup of extraordinary productions that honour Black stories, voices, and history, in celebration of Black History Month.

Pleasance Theatre Trust's Edinburgh Fringe Programme Announces Third On-sale 
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2024

Discover the latest additions to Pleasance's programme with their third epic on-sale. Get updates on new shows, dates, and what to expect from the upcoming performances.

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Will Embark on Australian Tour Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024

After critically acclaimed international performances and an award-winning Australian premiere at Adelaide Fringe in 2023, Black Is The Color Of My Voice will tour Australia this March. Find out which cities you can catch the show in here!

New Dolly Parton Musical and More Set For Leeds Playhouse Spring/Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023

Leeds Playhouse has announced a new Spring/Summer 24 Season, which will offer an all new programme of entertainment for all ages. Among the shows are a new Dolly Parton musical, as well as My Fair Lady, Paranormal Activity, and more!

POTTED POTTER: THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE to Return to San Francisco
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023

Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!

EDINBURGH 2023: Pick of the Programme - Returning Favourites
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 14, 2023

BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue selects her top picks of shows returning to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Television Stars and Award-Winning Theatre Come to Pleasance this Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023

The third Edinburgh Fringe announcement for the Pleasance Theatre Trust features further huge theatrical and comedic names, noteworthy newcomers, international inspirational talent and insightful talks. 

Nancy Medina Reveals Lineup for Her First Season for Bristol Old Vic, Including STARTER FOR TEN
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023

New Artistic Director Nancy Medina has announced her inaugural season at Bristol Old Vic will be joyful celebration of the culture that is all of us. Learn more about the full lineup here!