DeShon Elem
Latest News on DeShon Elem:
THE FESTIVAL IN DA BACK Comes to The Flea Theater (Mar 10, 2026)
Nikiya Mathis, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, & More Earn 2025 Hewes Design Awards (Sep 4, 2025)
BOWL EP to Present Second and Final Extension at Vineyard Theatre (Jun 4, 2025)
THE FESTIVAL IN DA BACK Comes to The Flea Theater (Mar 10, 2026)
Nikiya Mathis, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, & More Earn 2025 Hewes Design Awards (Sep 4, 2025)
BOWL EP to Present Second and Final Extension at Vineyard Theatre (Jun 4, 2025)
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THE FESTIVAL IN DA BACK Comes to The Flea Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
On the heels of being announced as a co-producer for the new musical Imitation of Life by Lynn Nottage, Liesl Tommy and EGOT winner John Legend, National Black Theatre has revealed cast and ticket availability.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
On the heels of being announced as a co-producer for the new musical Imitation of Life by Lynn Nottage, Liesl Tommy and EGOT winner John Legend, National Black Theatre has revealed cast and ticket availability.
Nikiya Mathis, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, & More Earn 2025 Hewes Design Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025
The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has revealed the 2025 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 61st annual ceremony on October 20 in New York.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025
The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has revealed the 2025 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 61st annual ceremony on October 20 in New York.
BOWL EP to Present Second and Final Extension at Vineyard Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
The world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, will present its second and final extension at Vineyard Theatre. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
The world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, will present its second and final extension at Vineyard Theatre. 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).
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).
BOWL EP Extends at Vineyard Theatre Through Mid June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
The world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, has been extended for an additional week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
The world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, has been extended for an additional week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: BOWL EP At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025
Vineyard Theatre, National Black Theatre, in association with The New Group have shared new production photos ahead of this Sunday’s opening night performance of the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan.
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025
Vineyard Theatre, National Black Theatre, in association with The New Group have shared new production photos ahead of this Sunday’s opening night performance of the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan.
Photos: BOWL EP Heads Into Rehearsal At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Check out photos from the first rehearsal for the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan. Bowl EP will begin performances on May 1, 2025 and run through June 8, 2025 at Vineyard Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Check out photos from the first rehearsal for the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan. Bowl EP will begin performances on May 1, 2025 and run through June 8, 2025 at Vineyard Theatre.
Cast Set For BOWL EP at the Vineyard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The New Group has announced the cast for the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The New Group has announced the cast for the world premiere of Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan. Learn more about the show here!
BOWL EP World Premiere to Begin Performances at Vineyard Theatre in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, will begin performances at The Vineyard Theatre in May. The Vineyard Theatre’s traditional stage and seating layout will be fully reimagined. Learn more about the production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
Bowl EP, written and directed by Nazareth Hassan, will begin performances at The Vineyard Theatre in May. The Vineyard Theatre’s traditional stage and seating layout will be fully reimagined. Learn more about the production!
Lincoln Center's Open House Returns to David Geffen Hall for Third Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024
On Sunday, October 27, Lincoln Center’s third annual Open House will welcome kids, teens, and families for a day of interactive performances, workshops, art-making, installations, and more, entirely for free.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024
On Sunday, October 27, Lincoln Center’s third annual Open House will welcome kids, teens, and families for a day of interactive performances, workshops, art-making, installations, and more, entirely for free.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 6, 2024
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards were presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you on the red carpet at the big night. Check out photos here!
by Jennifer Broski - May 6, 2024
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards were presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you on the red carpet at the big night. Check out photos here!
(PRAY), THE COMEUPPANCE, and More Take Home 2024 Lucille Lortel Awards - Full List of Winners!
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be presented at the annual ceremony which will take place tonight, Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm. See the winners as they come in here!
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be presented at the annual ceremony which will take place tonight, Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm. See the winners as they come in here!
WET BRAIN, STEREOPHONIC & More Nominated for 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards - See the Full List!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2024
Nominations for the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were announced by Amber Iman and George Abud. Check out the full list of nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2024
Nominations for the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were announced by Amber Iman and George Abud. Check out the full list of nominees!
2023 Princess Grace Award-Winner Marissa Joyce Stamps' BEING UP IN HERE… Premieres January 2024
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2023
Staged January 5-13 at Brooklyn's Brick Theater, Being Up in Here and All the Other Businesses that Don't Concern You OR When You See a Buncha Black People Running, What Do You Do? will be directed by Marissa Joyce Stamps. The play garnered Stamps the 2023 Princess Grace Playwriting Award/New Dramatists Fellowship.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2023
Staged January 5-13 at Brooklyn's Brick Theater, Being Up in Here and All the Other Businesses that Don't Concern You OR When You See a Buncha Black People Running, What Do You Do? will be directed by Marissa Joyce Stamps. The play garnered Stamps the 2023 Princess Grace Playwriting Award/New Dramatists Fellowship.
Ars Nova & National Black Theatre to Present World Premiere of (PRAY), A SACRED OFFERING by nicHi douglas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2023
Discover the world premiere of (pray), a captivating production presented by Ars Nova and National Black Theatre in New York City. Don't miss this limited engagement performance that explores the profound power of sacred offerings.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2023
Discover the world premiere of (pray), a captivating production presented by Ars Nova and National Black Theatre in New York City. Don't miss this limited engagement performance that explores the profound power of sacred offerings.
National Black Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Season 'Defiance of Our Bloom'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023
Dr. Barbara Ann Teer’s Tony-nominated National Black Theatre (NBT) has announced its 2023-24 season, ‘Defiance of Our Bloom,’ with a theatrical lineup of four productions created in partnership with three leading theaters including Ars Nova, The Apollo Performing Arts Center and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023
Dr. Barbara Ann Teer’s Tony-nominated National Black Theatre (NBT) has announced its 2023-24 season, ‘Defiance of Our Bloom,’ with a theatrical lineup of four productions created in partnership with three leading theaters including Ars Nova, The Apollo Performing Arts Center and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THIS LAND WAS MADE at Vineyard Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2023
Check out photos from opening night of This Land Was Made at Vineyard Theatre!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2023
Check out photos from opening night of This Land Was Made at Vineyard Theatre!
Photos: First Look at Vineyard Theatre's THIS LAND WAS MADE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023
All new production photos have been released from This Land Was Made, written by Tori Sampson (New York Times Critic’s Pick If Pretty Hurts, Ugly Must Be A Muhf**ka) and directed by LPTW Lucille Lortel Award and 2023 Obie Award winner Taylor Reynolds (Tambo & Bones).
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023
All new production photos have been released from This Land Was Made, written by Tori Sampson (New York Times Critic’s Pick If Pretty Hurts, Ugly Must Be A Muhf**ka) and directed by LPTW Lucille Lortel Award and 2023 Obie Award winner Taylor Reynolds (Tambo & Bones).
FAT HAM Full Cast and Design Team Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2023
The full cast and design team has been announced for the Broadway production of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames. See who is starring in the show, how to purchase tickets and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2023
The full cast and design team has been announced for the Broadway production of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames. See who is starring in the show, how to purchase tickets and more!
Photos: Cast and Creative of FOR COLORED GIRLS... Walk The Red Carpet
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 21, 2022
The Broadway revival of Ntozake Shange's for colored girls who have considered suicide/ when the rainbow is enuf, directed and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown opened just last night at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and you can check out photos from the after party festivities.
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 21, 2022
The Broadway revival of Ntozake Shange's for colored girls who have considered suicide/ when the rainbow is enuf, directed and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown opened just last night at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and you can check out photos from the after party festivities.
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and Outstanding Costume Design (The Lortels) for (pray).
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