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The Billie Holiday Theatre Launches CARIBBEAN CALLING �" ROOTS & RESURGENCE Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the  Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Andrew Lloyd Webber on Broadway Economics, Paddington Takes First Bow on the West End
by Alex Freeman - Dec 1, 2025

This week, we look at the record-setting viewership of the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and renewed efforts in New York and abroad to redefine cultural priorities. Across Broadway, we probe shifting economic pressures on creatives through a new interview with Andrew Lloyd Webber. Meanwhile, with the announcement of a new arts and culture transition committee by Zohran Mamdani, incoming leadership may reimagine the city’s cultural agenda. On a regional level, we follow the pioneering costume exhibition by Cleo Parker Robinson Dance at Denver International Airport — a celebration of decades of creative work — and internationally, we cover a new report revealing post-pandemic shifts across UK theatres, as well as the opening night of Paddington: The Musical in London’s West End.

The Flea Reveals Full Cast For The Apollo Theater Presentation Of The HANG TIME National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

The Flea has announced the full cast for the Apollo Theater’s presentation of The Flea’s national tour of HANG TIME, written and directed by Zora Howard.

Giuliana Carullo and Miranda Gohh Named Winners of The Prince Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025

The Prince Fellowship has revealed that Giuliana Carullo has received The Prince Fellowship and Miranda Gohh has received The Prince/TTLP Fellowship. Learn more about the awards here!

Interview: Steve H Broadnax III of ME AND THE DEVIL at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 2, 2025

Currently on stage at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre through Sunday, June 8, is the World Premiere of ME AND THE DEVIL, written and directed by the Rep’s new Artistic Director, Steve H. Broadnax III. Described as his “love note to the South,” the production pulses with blues, brims with drama, and drips with decadence—everything we love in a show. A few days before opening night, we had the privelege to get to know this powerhouse artist.

The Prince Fellowship Now Accepting Applications Through June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025

Applications are now open for the 2025 Fellowship program, presented by The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts. Learn more!

Busta Rhymes, GloRilla, Brittany Howard and Doechii Will Headline Musicians on Musicians at The Apollo
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

Rolling Stone and The Apollo announced that hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes, Grammy nominated superstar GloRilla, Grammy award winning artist Brittany Howard, and multi-award nominated rapper/singer Doechii will headline the next installment of the acclaimed Musicians on Musicians event series.

'The Divining: Ceremonies from in the name of the m/other tree' Comes to the Apollo
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2024

The Apollo and The National Black Theatre have announced the presentation of The Divining: Ceremonies from in the name of the m/other tree, the New York City premiere of a new immersive theatrical ceremony from celebrated playwright, director, and choreographer Ebony Noelle Golden.

HIPPEST TRIP- THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL Producer Wendell Pierce Says Show Is Coming to Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2024

Tony Award- winner Wendell Pierce has announced that he has joined the producing team of the Broadway-aimed Hippest Trip- the Soul Train Musical!

Applications Now Open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2024

Applications are now open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship program. Learn how to apply.

The Kennedy Center and the National Black Theatre to Present A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024

Through orchestral, choral, gospel, and soul choral music, A Collective Sonic Ring Shout is the signature celebration for the Kennedy Center’s Conflux partnership with the National Black Theatre. Lear more and see how to purchase tickets!

Videos: Cast and Creatives Talk EL NINO at the Metropolitan Opera in Two New Panels
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024

The cast and creative team members of John Adams's El Niño at the Metropolitan Opera recently took part in two different panels to discuss the production, at The Apollo and The Guggenheim. Both panels are now available in full to watch online. Check out the videos here!

National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024

Explore the renewed collaboration between the National Black Theatre and The Apollo, as they announce the return of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT, a transcendent theatrical experience.