Issa Rae

BLOOMING IN DRY SEASON Will Make New York Premiere in Rolling World Premiere Model
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026

New Federal Theatre and North Carolina Black Repertory Company co-produce BLOOMING IN DRY SEASON, a Caribbean family drama by Eljon Wardally with an original Calypso score by Guggenheim Fellow Etienne Charles, at WP Theater in New York.

Lena Waithe Joins The Fire This Time Festival New Works Lab; 8th Cycle Playwrights Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

Emmy award-winning writer, actor, and producer Lena Waithe has joined The Fire This Time Festival as a Creative Consultant for their New Works Lab. TFTT also revealed the artists who were selected for Cycle 8th of New Works Lab.

Woodie King Jr. to Be Honored With Special Tribute at The Barrymore Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr. (1937–2026) will be honored at a special tribute at the Shubert Organization’s Barrymore Theatre.

Video: Trump Met with Boos, Cheers and Drag Queens at LES MISÉRABLES Kennedy Center Opening
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 11, 2025

Donald J. Trump made his first formal appearance at the Kennedy Center since returning to office, attending the official opening of Les Misérables on Wednesday evening. See video from the show's opening night below.

Move|NYC|'s 10th Anniversary TAKING FLIGHT GALA Will Celebrate a Decade of Supporters and Young Artists 
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025

MOVE|NYC| Co-Founders Chanel DaSilva and Nigel Campbell and Executive Director Niya Nicholson have announced the MOVE|NYC| 10th Anniversary “Taking Flight Gala.'

LES MISÉRABLES Cast Members Plan Boycott of Trump Appearance at Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - May 7, 2025

As Donald Trump plans to attend a fundraiser and performance of Les Misérables at the Kennedy Center on June 11, multiple cast members have opted out in protest.

Kennedy Center Posts Statement On Program Cancellations Amid 'Misinformation' Concerns
by Joshua Wright - Mar 7, 2025

The Kennedy Center has issued a statement from Vice President of Public Relations Roma Daravi detailing program cancellations over the last six months. This follows a series of cancellations at the venue, most recently for the upcoming tour stop of Hamilton.

SPIDER-MAN: ACCROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Begins Tomorrow in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

CAROLE COOK DIED FOR MY SINS Comes to Skylight Theatre This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

Insecure album Mason McCulley has announced a stage production Carole Cook Died For My Sins will have its world premiere at the Skylight Theatre in Los Angeles this fall.

Jennifer Hudson Releasing First-Ever Holiday Album
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 6, 2024

Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, Academy Award-winning actress, and Tony and Emmy Award-winning producer Jennifer Hudson captures the magic of the holiday season on The Gift of Love, which will be released on October 18. 

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Announced At Popejoy Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024

Popejoy Hall has announced the live concert of SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, featuring a screening of the film with a live orchestra performing the score.

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT is Coming to San Jose
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024

Experience the magic of SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT in San Jose. Learn how to purchase tickets!

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Will Be Performed Live in Concert at Eventim Apollo This December
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

Following the rapturous reception of the London world premiere of Spider-Man️: Across the Spider-Verse in concert, fans can look forward to a special show at the London Eventim Apollo on Sunday 8th December at 3pm.

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Will Play the Dolby Theatre This October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will land in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for two days only. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Ava DuVernay and Kenya Barris Join Issa Rae for Inaugural 'Creator Conversations' Talk at American Black Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2024

The 28th Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced that acclaimed artists Ava DuVernay and Kenya Barris will join festival creative director Issa Rae for “Creator Conversations.” The live event will be held on Friday, June 14th at the New World Center. The 2024 Creator Conversations program is the first of its kind, celebrating the careers of extraordinary artists. This year’s festival takes place live in Miami Beach June 12-16.

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE Live In Concert Lands At The Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

Experience the magic of SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE live in concert at the Palace Theatre.

Jazz Power Initiative's Celebration20 Honors The Miranda Family, Filmmaker Phil Bertelsen, And More
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2024

Join Jazz Power Initiative as they celebrate two decades of arts education with their Jazz Power Celebration20. The event honors The Miranda Family, award-winning filmmaker Phil Bertelsen, and TD Bank for their significant contributions.

Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
by Josh Sharpe - May 2, 2024

The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Comes to the Smith Center in October
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Building on the success of sold-out shows worldwide, a new 50-plus city U.S. tour will kick off the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga. The highly anticipated sequel, Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert, will land in The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas for two shows on October 12, 2024 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Comes to the Majestic Theatre in November
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

Building on the success of sold out shows worldwide, a new 50+ city U.S. tour will kick off the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga. The highly-anticipated sequel Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will land in Dallas at the Majestic Theatre on November 2, 2024.