Hattie McDaniel

EIGHT NOTES TO HEAVEN Debuts at the Matchbox Theater
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

Vincent Victoria Presents (VVP), the award‑winning nonprofit theater company, known for its portrayals of African Diaspora history, will release its latest cinematic venture, Eight Notes to Heaven.

“You Are Running Out Of Time!” A Citywide Red-Carpet Gala Film Premiere
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025

The festivities will occur on August 31, 2025, at 7 p.m., at The MATCH Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston (Matchbox IV), 3100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77002.

Feature: Joy Yvonne Jones Discusses the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival by San Diego Black Artist Collective
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 19, 2025

Interview with Joy Yvonne Jones, the co-founder of the San Diego Black Artist Collective and a driving force behind the Juneteenth Black Arts Festival, June 19 - 22nd. In this interview, Jones discusses what it means to build a festival rooted in Black joy, legacy, and liberation, as well as what’s in store for this year’s powerful programming.

EGOT Explained: Who Has Joined the Elite Group and Who Is Close to Making History?
by Sidney Paterra - May 26, 2025

Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

Interview: Vincent Victoria of THE DIVA-LICIOUS PLAYS at Vincent Victoria Presents
by Brett Cullum - May 2, 2025

Vincent Victoria is a playwright, director, filmmaker, actor, and fashion icon who has been producing work in the Houston Community for at least the last ten years, probably more. He has written scripts for his theatrical and film company that strive to bring historical figures of the black community alive in plays and movies.

Kentwood Players Hosts Special Engagement Performances For BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025

Kentwood Players presentation of By the Way, Meet Vera Stark by Lynn Nottage, opened Friday, January 17 at the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Los Angeles 90045.

CYCLE 4 Winners of The Next Wave Initiative Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

The Directors Company has just announced its 4th slate of winners for their Next Wave Initiative scholarships. Learn more about the winners and the scholarship here!

BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK to be Presented at Kentwood Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

Kentwood Players will present By the Way, Meet Vera Stark by Lynn Nottage, at the Westchester Playhouse. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

THE DICHOTOMY OF HATTIE MCDANIEL To Open San Diego Black Film Festival 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2024

Vincent Victoria Presents has announced that its latest production, The Dichotomy of Hattie McDaniel, has been selected to open the prestigious San Diego Black Film Festival 2025.

Review: THE DICHOTOMY OF HATTIE MCDANIEL at VINCENT VICTORIA PRESENTS
by Brett Cullum - Nov 1, 2024

The film first existed as a play, and Vincent Victoria wisely kept his lead actress from that production, Wykesha King, playing Hattie McDaniel. Wykesha creates a three-dimensional character who can act and sing; we believe she is a glamorous actress in the golden age of Hollywood. And we feel the struggle of her playing parts that make her downplay her own beauty and grace.

Hattie McDaniel Biopic Sets Houston Film Premiere This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2024

Vincent Victoria Presents have announced the premiere of THE DICHOTOMY OF HATTIE MCDANIEL, a film exploring the life of the first African American Academy Award winner, debuting October 26, 2024, in Houston.

Submission Now Open for CYCLE 4 of The Next Wave Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024

Submissions are now open for Cycle 4 of The Next Wave Initiative, the developmental branch of The Directors Company that is committed to amplifying future Black voices in the American theatre.

Developmental Readings of BORDELLO THE MUSICAL Set For This Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

 The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Bordello, The Musical, with book by Barbara Bellman and Joan Ross Sorkin, music by Emiliano Messiez, lyrics by Barbara Bellman, music direction by Steven Gross and directed by Will Pomerantz.

BORDELLO, THE MUSICAL To Have York Theatre Company Developmental Readings
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2024

Bordello, The Musical is set to have developmental readings at York Theatre Company on February 29 and March 1.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Rockland / Westchester Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Rockland / Westchester Awards; SEUSSICAL, POPCORN FALLS, Westchester Sandbox Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards; SEUSSICAL, POPCORN FALLS, Westchester Sandbox Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards December 5th Standings; SEUSSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Playhouse On The Square Reveals NewWorks@TheWorks Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2023

The winners of Playhouse on the Square's NewWorks@TheWorks competition have been announced. Find out who will be showcasing their new works in this exciting event.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards; RED Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rockland / Westchester Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!