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Nominations Announced for the 2025 BESSIE AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025

The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.

Photos: SPOTLIGHT! THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL Industry Readings at the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 22, 2025

Dorothy Dandridge LLC and The N’Kenge Foundation recently presented two sold-out, invite-only readings of SPOTLIGHT! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical at the Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City. Check out photos of production.

SPOTLIGHT! THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL Will Have a Staged Reading at the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

Broadway & Film producer Willette Klausner will present SPOTLIGHT! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical in an exclusive industry invite only stage reading at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.

N'Kenge Will Record New Album Live at the Ella Fitzgerald Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025

Tony, Emmy  and Grammy Award-nominated vocalist N’Kenge today announced that she will record her debut album “CENTERSTAGE: Live at the Ella Fitzgerald Festival”. Learn more here!

N'Kenge Will Host Free BEYOND THE SPOTLIGHT Program
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

In celebration of Women's History Month, N'Kenge Foundation has announced a special event featuring internationally acclaimed Tony, Grammy, and Emmy-nominated artist N'Kenge, who will present her new inspiring program, BEYOND THE SPOTLIGHT.

Nichelle Lewis and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Wiz's Nichelle Lewis, and many more. See the full lineup! 

54 Below to Celebrate Valentine's Day With Debbie Gibson & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

54 BELOW will celebrate the Valentine’s Day with a line up of shows including Debbie Gibson: Love Songs, The Love Express: A Journey For The Heart, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With Sapphira Cristál, Joaquina Kalukango & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

54 BELOW wll honor the Black performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Black History Month. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Stars Arrive at the N'Kenge Foundation Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 24, 2024

The N'Kenge Foundation hosted its inaugural benefit gala on Friday, November 22, 2024, at The Cutting Room. Check out photos of the stars as they arrive below!

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Presents Camille A. Brown & Dancers in the World Premiere of I AM
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Week 6 features Tony-nominated choreographer Camille A. Brown, showcasing innovative dance performances and engaging community events.

BAM To Present New York Premiere Of Okwui Okpokwasili And Peter Born's ADAKU, PART 1: THE ROAD OPENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023

Brooklyn-based performer, choreographer, and writer Okwui Okpokwasili and director, visual artist, and sound designer Peter Born will present their new cross-disciplinary performance adaku, part 1: the road. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!