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FOLLOWING HARRY to Arrive on TVOD Platforms Nationwide
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

The award-winning documentary on civil rights leader Harry Belafonte's final years will debut on major streaming platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango.

Photos: FOLLOWING HARRY Documentary to Arrive on TVOD Platforms
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026

The award-winning documentary following civil rights leader Harry Belafonte's final years will debut on major streaming platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango.

Brandon Wilson, Soap Collins, & Aaron Holliday Will Lead POCKETS OF HEAVEN
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026

Brandon Wilson, Soap Collins, and Aaron Holliday are set to star in Pockets of Heaven, the feature directorial debut of Maria Belafonte. Joining the ensemble are Alfre Woodard, along with Jonas Gindin, Gilberto Ortiz, and rapper-musician MAVI.

Bryonn Bain's One-Man Show LYRICS FROM LOCKDOWN Returns To LA This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025

LYRICS FROM LOCKDOWN returns to Los Angeles this month for a one-night-only performance. The show is a one-man show bringing 40 characters to life, telling two unbelievable true stories using hip-hop theater, spoken word, blues, calypso, comedy, and a video DJ.

IF I AWAKEN IN LOS ANGELES Comes to The Ford for One Night Only, August 1
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

If I Awaken In Los Angeles will take center stage on Friday, August 1 at 8PM. Co-presented with the LA Philharmonic, the performance is a love letter to the City of Angels, told through a fusion of spoken word, live music, movement, and cinematic storytelling.

The Kennedy Center Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2023

Discover the exciting lineup and immersive experiences of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts' Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season. From electrifying concerts to groundbreaking exhibitions, this season promises to showcase the best of hip hop culture. Immerse yourself in the world of hip hop at the iconic Kennedy Center.

LYRICS FROM LOCKDOWN at The Apollo Theater Will Livestream to Prisons Worldwide Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2022

The award-winning theatrical hip-hop and multimedia production Lyrics From Lockdown, written and performed by renowned artist and activist Bryonn Bain, will play one historic performance to a live audience at the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem on Monday, August 29 at 7PM.

BWW Interview: Director Bob Turton on Bringing CAN'T PAY? DON'T PAY! Back to The Actors' Gang After Two Years
by Shari Barrett - Mar 12, 2022

After two years of most people living in at least semi-isolation, with many unemployed through no fault of their own, the Actors' Gang is returning to the stage with a re-mounting of Can't Pay? Don't Pay! written by Nobel Laureate Dario Fo and Franca Rame on March 19, 2022, with previews beginning March 12, exactly two years from the day the theater was shuttered and had to suspend this hilarious production. Fo's high-energy, satirical farce is again directed by Bob Turton, and I decided to speak with him about the journey he has taken with the production, especially what it's been like waiting for two years to bring the play back to its original location.

The Town Hall Theatre to Celebrate Harry Belafonte's 95th Birthday with HB95
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 23, 2022

A star-studded line-up will celebrate HB95 the 95th birthday of legendary singer, activist and actor Harry Belafonte. The evening will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sankofa.org, the social justice organization Mr. Belafonte co-founded.

John Legend, Lenny Kravitz & More to Take Part in Harry Belafonte's 95th Birthday Benefit at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022

A star-studded line-up will celebrate the 95th birthday of legendary singer, songwriter, activist, and actor Harry Belafonte. The benefit evening (HB95) will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards.

Judson Memorial Church and S/C Projects Present Movement Without Borders: A Day of Performance to Celebrate New York Immigration Coalition
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2021

On Saturday, October 2, 2021, dancers, musicians, filmmakers, poets, and immigration advocates will gather in community at Judson Memorial Church around the urgent issue of humanizing our immigration system.

Brave New World Rep Moves Site Specific Production of DUTCH KINGS to Red Hook
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2021

Brooklyn’s Brave New World Repertory Theatre announced its first post-pandemic site-specific full production, the world premiere of Dutch Kings, a new play by Kristen I. Spencer.

Columbia University's Center For Jazz Studies Presents THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG INTERNATIONAL CONTINUUM
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2021

Columbia University's Center for Jazz Studies, in conjunction with The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF), presents The Louis Armstrong International Continuum, a Free virtual symposium and concert set for April 8 (6:00 pm – 10:30 pm ET) and April 9 (9:00 am – 3:00 pm ET).

Brave New World Rep Presents GO DOWN MOSES
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2021

Wrapping up its fourth annual new play reading series Brave New Works 2021: Zoom, Brooklyn’s Brave New World Repertory Theatre announces its third and last offering, Go Down Moses by Dana Leslie Goldstein, set for March 28 at 7pm.

Brave New World Rep Presents THE KILLING OF KINGS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2021

As part of its fourth annual new play reading series Brave New Works 2021: Zoom, Brooklyn's Brave New World Repertory Theatre announces its second offering, The Killing of Kings by Nadira Simone, set for February 28 at 7pm.

ADF and DANCECleveland To Premiere Work By Gregory Vuyani Maqoma and Marc Bamuthi Joseph
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2021

Building upon their partnership over the past few years and with a desire to work together to support artists and their creativity during this extraordinary moment in time, The American Dance Festival (ADF) and DANCECleveland have commissioned a new dance film by South African choreographer Gregory Vuyani Maqoma and poet, arts activist, and educator Marc Bamuthi Joseph. 

Brave New World Repertory Theatre Announces BRAVE NEW WORKS 2021: ZOOM Featuring Blair Underwood and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2021

Brooklyn’s Brave New World Repertory Theatre has announced its fourth annual new play reading series Brave New Works 2021: Zoom. Brave New Works has sought out new plays that address a number of hot-button issues - Race in America, Diversity, Climate Change, and now Police Brutality and Reform.

Brave New World Repertory Theatre Announces BRAVE NEW WORKS 2021: ZOOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2021

Brooklyn’s Brave New World Repertory Theatre has announced its fourth annual new play reading series Brave New Works 2021: Zoom. Brave New Works has sought out new plays that address a number of hot-button issues - Race in America, Diversity, Climate Change, and now Police Brutality and Reform.

Kennedy Center Unveils Long-Term Social Impact Initiatives to Support Anti-Racism
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2020

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts today revealed ongoing and long-term Social Impact initiatives which leverage the arts for non-arts outcomes and invest in the future.

Photo Flash: Inside the Obi Ndefo Virtual Cabaret Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2020

The Obi Ndefo Virtual Cabaret Benefit, organized by teen actor Jamie Mann (Netflix's 'Country Comfort') brought together voices from Broadway to L.A. on June 30 to raise funds for prosthetic legs for Ndefo.