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New York Theatre Workshop to Present FOR THE CULTURE Series For SATURDAY CHURCH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop revealed details for their For The Culture Series for the world premiere of the new musical Saturday Church. Learn more and see how to attend!

National Black Theatre Unveils 25-26 Season THE ALCHEMY OF RETURN: REMEMBERING IS A RADICAL ACT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025

National Black Theatre has officially unveiled its upcoming season. The Alchemy of Return: Remembering is a Radical Act expands on the idea that the future acts as a north star influenced by the impact of the past.

Suzan-Lori Parks and More Featured in The Flea's Fifth Annual Juneteenth Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025

As part of The Flea's Fifth Annual Juneteenth Public Performance Program, they have commissioned Helga Davis, Ayana Evans, and Suzan-Lori Parks. Learn more about programming here.

Hermitage Greenfield Prize Awarded to Rucyl Mills
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

The Hermitage Artist Retreat has selected sound and music artist Rucyl Mills as the winner of the 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize. Learn more about Mills and the prize here!

Hermitage Announces Playwright Naomi Iizuka as Winner of 2024-2025 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024

Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, has announced that California-based playwright Naomi Iizuka has been selected as the fifth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).

Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds A Grammy Nominee, A UK Playwright, And More To Fall Line-Up
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2024

Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its fall line-up featuring Grammy nominee Allison Loggins-Hull, UK playwright Nathaniel Martello-White, and more, offering a diverse range of artistic events and performances.

Tom Kitt & More Join Hermitage Artist Retreat Fall Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2024

The Hermitage Artist Retreat revealed its fall lineup featuring renowned artists, including Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, Emmy Award, and Grammy Award winners. Learn more and see how to attend.

Hermitage Announces Chris Bush as 2024 Recipient of $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

 Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced that UK-based playwright and Olivier Award-winning lyricist Chris Bush has been selected as the fourth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).

The Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces Playwright Deepa Purohit as the 2024 Recipient of the Hermitage Greenfield Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2024

The Hermitage Artist Retreat announces playwright Deepa Purohit as the recipient of the 2024 Hermitage Greenfield Prize.

2024 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Awarded to Deepa Purohit
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024

The Hermitage Artist Retreat, in collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Greenfield Foundation, has selected playwright Deepa Purohit as the winner of the 2024 Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP).

Video: Get a First Look at THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023

Get a sneak peek of THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company in this exclusive video. Discover the latest production from Roundabout Theatre Company and get a glimpse of the play before it hits the stage. Don't miss your chance to experience THE REFUGE PLAYS - book your tickets now!

Photos: The Cast and Creatives Arrive at Opening Night of Roundabout's THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 5, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop. The production officially opened last night, October 4. Check out photos of the cast on the red carpet here!

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop. See rehearsal photos!

Photos: Meet the Cast of Roundabout's THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 23, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company will soon present the world premiere of The Refuge Plays by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop.

Daniel J. Watts, Nicole Ari Parker & More to Star in THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023

Discover the complete cast for THE REFUGE PLAYS, the highly anticipated production at Roundabout Theatre Company. Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the talented actors bring this captivating play to life. Make sure to secure your tickets now.

Mosaic Theater Company Presents World Premiere of MONUMENTAL TRAVESTIES
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2023

Mosaic Theater Company presents the world premiere of Monumental Travesties, a searing new comedy written by Mosaic's Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Playwright-in-Residence Psalmayene 24 and directed by Mosaic Artistic Director Reginald L. Douglas. Inspired by the Emancipation Memorial in DC's Capitol Hill neighborhood, the play runs September 7-October 1, 2023, and opens Mosaic's 2023-2024 season.

mssv to Release New Album 'Human Reaction' in September
by Michael Major - Jul 5, 2023

The band, composed of guitarist Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits, David Lynch) on drums and avant-punk icon mike watt on bass, creates music that is a heretofore unimagined hybrid of a punk power-trio and a dreamy experimental rock band, though they prefer the term “post-genre.”

The Flea to Hold Third Annual Juneteenth Public Performances & Symposium This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 25, 2023

The Flea has commissioned Jack Fuller, Shelley, Nicole, and Trebien Pollard to stage public performances, along with Flea Artistic Director, Niegel Smith, as part of the theater company’s third annual Juneteenth Public Performances & Symposium.

The Pinkster Festival Returns to Philipsburg Manor
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023

Music, dance, drumming, and crafts and food inspired by Black culture will highlight “The Pinkster Festival: Remembrance and Renewal” on May 27, from 10am-5pm at Philipsburg Manor.

Harlem Stage to Present Choreographer nia love's UNDERCURRENTS in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023

Harlem Stage will present Bessie- and Herb Alpert Award-winning choreographer, dancer, and Harlem Stage WaterWorks Established Artist nia love’s UNDERcurrents, May 4-6.