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Cynthia Erivo Wins NAACP Image Award for WICKED: FOR GOOD - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Colman Domingo, Angela Bassett, and more took home awards this past weekend at the 57th NAACP Image Awards. Check out the full list of winners now.

Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, & More Nominated for NAACP Image Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026

The NAACP has announced the full list of “NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with nominees including Wicked: For Good, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, and more. Check out the full list here.

Laurence Fishburne's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES Begins Performances This Weekend at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024

The World Premiere of Like They Do in the Movies, written and performed by Laurence Fishburne, directed by Leonard Foglia, will begi performances at The Perelman Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 10.

Shaquita Smith to Star in BET+ Original "MY VALENTINE WEDDING"
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2024

Smith, 'My Valentine Wedding,' is now available on BET Plus. Follow the story of a woman planning her dream wedding, only to have her ex-boyfriend return and complicate things.

Jason Gotay, Alyse Alan Louis & More to Star in Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023

Playwrights Horizons has revealed the cast for the world premiere of TEETH, a new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Video: Watch Chingy Perform During 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2023

Chingy performs his hit single 'Pullin' Me Back' featuring Tyrese during the So So Def 30 Year Anniversary Tribute at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards. Recently, the hip hop icon celebrated the 20th anniversary of his global hits 'Right Thurr' and 'Holidae In,' and embarked on an international military tour. Watch the video!

Photos: First Look At HIPPEST TRIP �" THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL At American Conservatory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023

Get a first look at the world premiere of Hippest Trip – The Soul Train Musical, now performing at San Francisco's American Conservatory Theater through Sunday, October 8, 2023. See photos of the production!

HIPPEST TRIP �" THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL Extends At American Conservatory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2023

Due to extremely strong ticket demand, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) announced the extension of Hippest Trip — The Soul Train Musical, the Broadway-bound musical based on the iconic TV show that brought Black music, dance, and style into every living room in America, performing at A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater (415 Geary St., San Francisco).

Photos: HIPPEST TRIP- THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL Prepares For Its World Premiere!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2023

See first look photos from rehearsals for the world premiere of Hippest Trip – The Soul Train Musical at San Francisco's American Conservatory Theater.

Wake Up With BWW 7/21: HERE LIES LOVE Reviews, Solea Pfeiffer Joins HADESTOWN, and More!
by - Jul 21, 2023

Today's top stories: Solea Pfeiffer will join Hadestown as Eurydice, How to Dance in Ohio is headed to Broadway this fall, Here Lies Love reviews, and more!

Quentin Earl Darrington, Amber Iman & More to Star in HIPPEST TRIP �" THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL at A.C.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2023

Get all the details about the world premiere of HIPPEST TRIP — THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL at A.C.T., featuring Quentin Earl Darrington and an incredible cast. Experience the magic of Soul Train as this musical takes you on a journey through its legendary music and cultural impact.

Brooklyn Academy Of Music Adds Five Dynamic New Board Members
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

BAM's (Brooklyn Academy of Music) Board of Trustees has announced today the addition of five new board members—Jennifer Kopylov, Depelsha McGruder, Juliet Moser, Eri Nishikawa, and Marcel Przymusinski.

Jennie T. Anderson Theatre's THE WILD PARTY Honored With Global Telly Award
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2023

The globally-recognized Telly Awards announced this week The Jennie T. Anderson Theatre's streaming production THE WILD PARTY has been the recipient of a Telly Award for Best Long-Form Entertainment in the record breaking 44th Annual Telly Awards.

44th Annual Telly Awards Winners Announced
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023

Winners include some of the most prominent global brands and companies alongside smaller and independent production houses, including Cut+Run, Netflix, Disney Parks, Media.Monks, Paramount, National Geographic Society, and dynastic NBA team the Golden State Warriors. 

Broadway Aimed HIPPEST TRIP �" THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL & More Set for A.C.T. 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) has announced the productions that will make up the company’s 2023/24 season. See the lineup, and learn how to purchase tickets!

VIVIAN GREEN Releases New Holiday EP 'SPREAD THE LOVE'
by Michael Major - Nov 28, 2022

The SRG/ILS Group in partnership with Make Noise Recordings proudly presents VIVIAN GREEN's Holiday EP, 'SPREAD THE LOVE', globally available now on all streaming platforms. 'Spread The Love' is inspired by the BET Networks film, 'Holiday Hideaway', airing on BET+ and other BET properties.

Singer-Songwriter Vivian Green Releases New Holiday EP, 'Spread the Love'
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2022

VIVIAN GREEN's Holiday EP, 'SPREAD THE LOVE', is now globally available now on all streaming platforms. 'Spread The Love' is inspired by the BET Networks film, 'Holiday Hideaway', airing on BET+ and other BET properties on Thursday, November 24th.

Roundabout Announces 2022-23 Directing Fellow and Directors Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2022

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the newest addition to the artistic team: Directing Fellow Mack Brown. Brown is the fifth Roundabout Directing Fellow. This season they will assist on multiple Roundabout productions, and work with the theatre's artistic team as a script reader and on developing two projects of their choosing.

MJ THE MUSICAL's Myles Frost Wins 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
by Team BWW - Jun 13, 2022

Myles Frost has won the 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for MJ THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the actor.

Negro Ensemble Company to Present LAMBS TO SLAUGHTER at Cherry Lane Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2022

During the Covid-19 pandemic, The Negro Ensemble Company, Inc. (NEC) has been developing 'Lambs to Slaughter' by Khalil Kain, a new play with poetry and music, under the direction of Reginald L. Douglas. Khalil Kain is an urban icon who is renowned for his performances in the 1992 crime thriller 'Juice,' the UPN/CW sitcom 'Girlfriends' (2001-2008) and the title role in the Showtime biopic 'The Tiger Woods Story.'