Jack Jefferson

Interview: Theatre Life with William T. Newman Jr.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 7, 2021

William T. Newman Jr. is currently living his theatre life portraying the esteemed African-American playwright August Wilson in How I Learned What I Learned at WSC Avant Bard. The production marks the company’s return to LIVE performances and runs through December 19th at Gunston Arts Center in Theatre Two.

BWW Review: Arizona Theatre Company Presents THE ROYALE ~ Floats Like A Butterfly And Stings Like A Bee!
by Herbert Paine - Oct 7, 2019

Thanks to strong performances and technically proficient staging, Marco Ramirez's THE ROYALE, while neither raging nor bullish, manages to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee. The play runs through October 20th at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 2: Lifetime Achievement Award-Winner James Earl Jones is THE GREAT WHITE HOPE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2017

Each year, the Tonys set aside a special Lifetime Achievement honor for a artists of great distinction within the theatre community. This year's honoree is one of the greatest stage and film actors of his generation, James Earl Jones. 

FLASH FRIDAY: James Earl Jones' Riveting Tony Award Performance in THE GREAT WHITE HOPE
by Michael Dale - Mar 11, 2016

One of America's great actors in the role that made him a star.

VIDEO: Marco Ramirez's THE ROYALE Explores The Rise and Fall of a Black Heavyweight Champion
by Michael Dale - Feb 9, 2016

Marco Ramirez's drama is loosely based on the story of heavyweight champ Jack Johnson.

Rapper Common Heading to Broadway in THE GREAT WHITE HOPE?
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 5, 2014

Rapper Common (formerly known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.) may be heading to the Broadway stage as boxer Jack Jefferson in Howard Sackler's play 'The Great White Hope.'

Alex Hanson, Tim Minchin and More Announced in Full Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Arena Tour
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2012

West End and Broadway leading man Alex Hanson takes on the role of 'Pilate', joining Tim Minchin, Melanie C, Chris Moyles and ITV Superstar winner Ben Forster in the cutting-edge rock musical which opens on 21st September at London's The O2 arena before embarking on a 21 date arena tour across the UK and Ireland.

James Earl Jones, Dick Smith, Oprah Winfrey To Receive Governors Awards
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2011

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted tonight to present Honorary Awards to actor James Earl Jones and makeup artist Dick Smith and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to philanthropist Oprah Winfrey.

James Earl Jones, Dick Smith, Oprah Winfrey To Receive Governors Awards
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 3, 2011

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted tonight to present Honorary Awards to actor James Earl Jones and makeup artist Dick Smith and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to philanthropist Oprah Winfrey.

VaShawn Mitchell and Zacardi Cortez To Make Guest Appearances At Sanctified 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010

Gospel recording artists VaShawn Mitchell and Zacardi Cortez will each make a special guest appearance at select performances of the Washington-area premiere of the award-winning new gospel musical comedy Sanctified, playing the historic Lincoln Theatre now through November 14.

VaShawn Mitchell and Zacardi Cortez To Make Guest Appearances At Sanctified 11/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 29, 2010

Gospel recording artists VaShawn Mitchell and Zacardi Cortez will each make a special guest appearance at select performances of the Washington-area premiere of the award-winning new gospel musical comedy Sanctified, playing the historic Lincoln Theatre now through November 14.

John McClure, Jr. & More Lead SANCTIFIED At Lincoln Theatre 10/21-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2010

Casting has been announced for the Washington-area premiere of the award-winning new gospel musical comedy Sanctified, playing the historic Lincoln Theatre for a limited engagement, October 21 through November 14.

John McClure, Jr. & More Lead SANCTIFIED At Lincoln Theatre 10/21-11/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 13, 2010

Casting has been announced for the Washington-area premiere of the award-winning new gospel musical comedy Sanctified, playing the historic Lincoln Theatre for a limited engagement, October 21 through November 14.

The Genius of Miles Davis: 43-CD Collection Released
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 27, 2010

The consummate artistry of Miles Davis and the scope of his musical vision at Columbia Records is paid the ultimate tribute on The Genius of Miles Davis. For the first time, this new collection brings together the eight deluxe multi-CD box sets that were known as The Miles Davis Series.

Arena Stage Announces 18th Arena Stage Benefit for Community Engagement 5/4
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2010

Join Maurice Hines and cast members of Arena Stage's Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies for the 18th Annual Arena Stage Benefit for Community Engagement: Swingin' with Sophisticated Ladies, Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the Lincoln Theatre.

Arena Stage Announces 18th Arena Stage Benefit for Community Engagement 5/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 7, 2010

Join Maurice Hines and cast members of Arena Stage's Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies for the 18th Annual Arena Stage Benefit for Community Engagement: Swingin' with Sophisticated Ladies, Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the Lincoln Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Broadway Bears 2008
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Feb 18, 2008

The 11th Annual Broadway Bears auction, presented by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, was held Sunday, February 17 at B.B. King Blues Club & Grill on West 42nd Street.

Broadway Bears Auction Raises Over $127,000: A Full Report
by Eugene Lovendusky - Feb 18, 2008

Today's the day the Teddy Bears had their picnic! And they brought along all their Broadway-loving friends for another successful and entertaining Broadway Bears auction, presented by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS! To the thrill of bear and fan-boy alike, the 11th Annual event raised over $127,000! Top winners were 'Cyrano de Bergerac,' 'The Lion King' and 'Spamalot.'

Photo Flash: The Broadway Bears (Even More) are Here!
by BWW - Feb 12, 2008

The 11th Annual Broadway Bears auction line-up, presented by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS on February 17 at 7PM, is here! Each year, 'Broadway Bears: A Costumed Teddy Bear Auction' is a much-anticipated BC/EFA event. These specially-designed bears (often using actual material from their respective Broadway productions, and autographed by the stars) raised $130,000 last year. BC/EFA hopes to reach even higher this winter!

Cabaret at the Lyric - Cast Recording Released
by Tom Atkins - Feb 3, 2007

A brand new cast recording of the 2006 revival of Kander and Ebb's musical, Cabaret, featuring the Lyric Theatre, London cast has been released. It is available to purchase at the theatre, and online through the shop at the musical's official website.