National Black Theatre
Latest News on National Black Theatre:
National Black Theatre Opens 2026-2027 SOUL Series LAB Applications (Apr 3, 2026)
Interview: Theatre Life with Jefferson A. Russell (Mar 30, 2026)
Meet the Cast of JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE, Now Playing on Broadway! (Mar 30, 2026)
National Black Theatre Opens 2026-2027 SOUL Series LAB Applications (Apr 3, 2026)
Interview: Theatre Life with Jefferson A. Russell (Mar 30, 2026)
Meet the Cast of JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE, Now Playing on Broadway! (Mar 30, 2026)
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VIDEO: New York Philharmonic Returns To In Person Performances After 18 Months
by Alan Henry - 2021-09-17 15:21:46
VIDEO: Watch the Full 100 YEARS | 100 WOMEN PROJECT as Part of Lincoln Center's Restart Stages
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-26 07:35:03
Backstage Bite with Katie Lynch: CURSED CHILD's Matt Mueller and Nadia Brown Make Magic in the Kitchen!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-08-16 11:20:09
Playwright Renee Flemings' Short Film THE BROTHERHOOD To Be Presented at Chain NYC Film Festival
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-07 10:54:46
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Cast Of THE HEIRESS at Arena Stage
by Alan Henry - 2019-02-04 15:08:30
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Riveting & Timely New Play SKELETON CREW at Huntington Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2018-03-27 12:45:32
VIDEO: Legendary Andre De Shields in CONFESSIONS OF A P.I.M.P. at Victory Gardens Theater
by Michael Dale - 2016-08-26 15:01:50
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of André De Shields in CONFESSIONS OF A P.I.M.P.
by A.A. Cristi - 2016-08-22 22:37:16
STAGE TUBE: The Cast of LOVE'S GONNA GET YOU Talks About What Love Means
by Harmony Wheeler - 2012-02-09 17:22:55
News
National Black Theatre Opens 2026-2027 SOUL Series LAB Applications
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026
National Black Theatre reopened applications for its SOUL Series LAB, accepting submissions from mid-career playwrights, directors, and producers. The I Am SOUL Playwrights Residency application opens April 16, with a May 22 deadline.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026
National Black Theatre reopened applications for its SOUL Series LAB, accepting submissions from mid-career playwrights, directors, and producers. The I Am SOUL Playwrights Residency application opens April 16, with a May 22 deadline.
Interview: Theatre Life with Jefferson A. Russell
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 30, 2026
Today’s subject Jefferson A. Russell is currently living the theatre life onstage at Folger Theatre playing the roles of Duke Senior and Duke Frederick in their current production of As You Like It. The production runs through April 19th.
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 30, 2026
Today’s subject Jefferson A. Russell is currently living the theatre life onstage at Folger Theatre playing the roles of Duke Senior and Duke Frederick in their current production of As You Like It. The production runs through April 19th.
Meet the Cast of JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026
Performances are now underway for August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone on Broadway! The show recently extended, and will now play through Sunday, July 19. Meet the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026
Performances are now underway for August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone on Broadway! The show recently extended, and will now play through Sunday, July 19. Meet the cast here!
What Broadway Leaders Don't Say - But I Learned As A Fellow
by Cynthia L. Dorsey - Mar 27, 2026
Many fellowship programs help emerging leaders learn the craft and business of theater, in both nonprofit and commercial spaces. For this article, I spoke with several fellows about five things Broadway leaders don’t often say but that we learned as fellows.
by Cynthia L. Dorsey - Mar 27, 2026
Many fellowship programs help emerging leaders learn the craft and business of theater, in both nonprofit and commercial spaces. For this article, I spoke with several fellows about five things Broadway leaders don’t often say but that we learned as fellows.
TOC Arts Partners Welcomes Eric Gershman as VP of Strategy & Business Development
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
TOC Arts Partners has added Eric Gershman as VP of Strategy & Business Development, expanding the firm's organizational strategy practice to include financial sustainability planning, business and revenue modeling.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
TOC Arts Partners has added Eric Gershman as VP of Strategy & Business Development, expanding the firm's organizational strategy practice to include financial sustainability planning, business and revenue modeling.
THE FESTIVAL IN DA BACK Comes to The Flea Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
On the heels of being announced as a co-producer for the new musical  Imitation of Life by Lynn Nottage, Liesl Tommy and EGOT winner John Legend, National Black Theatre has revealed cast and ticket availability.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
On the heels of being announced as a co-producer for the new musical  Imitation of Life by Lynn Nottage, Liesl Tommy and EGOT winner John Legend, National Black Theatre has revealed cast and ticket availability.
City Theatre Announces 2026-27 Season Lineup; 'OUR NEXT ACT'
by Gillian Blum - Mar 8, 2026
City Theatre Company, Pittsburgh’s home for contemporary plays based on the South Side, has announced the details of the theatre’s 52nd season of bold, new works, beginning in September 2026.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 8, 2026
City Theatre Company, Pittsburgh’s home for contemporary plays based on the South Side, has announced the details of the theatre’s 52nd season of bold, new works, beginning in September 2026.
Hunter College to Host Industry Reading of A GOOD FIT by Maia Matsushita McBride
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
Hunter College's Rita and Burton Goldberg MFA Playwriting Program will present an industry reading of A GOOD FIT, a play by Maia Matsushita McBride, on March 6th. The event, directed by Awoye Timpo, will explore themes of gentrification, racism, and class dynamics in NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
Hunter College's Rita and Burton Goldberg MFA Playwriting Program will present an industry reading of A GOOD FIT, a play by Maia Matsushita McBride, on March 6th. The event, directed by Awoye Timpo, will explore themes of gentrification, racism, and class dynamics in NYC.
Ma-Yi Theater and The Public Theater Extend JESA
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Public Theater have announced a one-week extension for the world premiere of JESA, written by Jeena Yi in her playwriting debut.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Public Theater have announced a one-week extension for the world premiere of JESA, written by Jeena Yi in her playwriting debut.
Adrienne Warren and Es-pranza Humphrey to Join ACT BLACK Conversation at Poster House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
National Black Theatre and Poster House will present ACT BLACK: The Alchemy of Black Performance, exploring the impact of Black artistry.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
National Black Theatre and Poster House will present ACT BLACK: The Alchemy of Black Performance, exploring the impact of Black artistry.
Berkshire Theatre Group to Host Four Playwrights in 2026 Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Artistic Director, CEO Kate Maguire are pleased to welcome four playwrights to the Berkshires this spring as part of its ongoing Playwright Residency in collaboration with Roundabout Theatre Company.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Artistic Director, CEO Kate Maguire are pleased to welcome four playwrights to the Berkshires this spring as part of its ongoing Playwright Residency in collaboration with Roundabout Theatre Company.
New York Neo-Futurists Welcome Five New Ensemble Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
The New York Neo-Futurists have expanded their ensemble by adding five new members, who will debut in The Infinite Wrench series at The Second City New York.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
The New York Neo-Futurists have expanded their ensemble by adding five new members, who will debut in The Infinite Wrench series at The Second City New York.
James Ijames and More To Join Post-Performance Talkbacks For RAISE THE PAGE, UPLIFT THE WORD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed the talkback participants directly following the festival performances of Raise the Page, Uplift the Word: A BIPOC Festival of Short Plays in collaboration with AMT Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed the talkback participants directly following the festival performances of Raise the Page, Uplift the Word: A BIPOC Festival of Short Plays in collaboration with AMT Theater.
National Black Theatre To Host Inaugural Spring Luncheon Honoring Whitney White And Robyn Coles
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
National Black Theatre will host its inaugural Spring Luncheon on March 16, 2026, honoring director Whitney White and producer Robyn Coles. The Harlem-based institution is celebrating Black women’s contributions to theatre while advancing its $100 million capital campaign.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
National Black Theatre will host its inaugural Spring Luncheon on March 16, 2026, honoring director Whitney White and producer Robyn Coles. The Harlem-based institution is celebrating Black women’s contributions to theatre while advancing its $100 million capital campaign.
New York Theatre Workshop Unveils Additional Details For Inaugural IN THE BRICKS FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will present Kathryn Grody's new play THE UNEXPECTED 3RD at the upcoming IN THE BRICKS Festival, showcasing innovative theatrical works.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop will present Kathryn Grody's new play THE UNEXPECTED 3RD at the upcoming IN THE BRICKS Festival, showcasing innovative theatrical works.
Folger Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For William Shakespeare’s AS YOU LIKE IT
by Gillian Blum - Feb 15, 2026
Folger Theatre announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's As You Like It, on stage at the Folger's Elizabethan-style Theatre on Capitol Hill from March 10 through April 12, 2026.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 15, 2026
Folger Theatre announced the cast and creative team of William Shakespeare's As You Like It, on stage at the Folger's Elizabethan-style Theatre on Capitol Hill from March 10 through April 12, 2026.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 13, 2026- Chatting with OH, MARY! Star John Cameron Mitchell and More
by - Feb 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
John Legend & Lynn Nottage Musical IMITATION OF LIFE To Premiere At The Shed This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
IMITATION OF LIFE, a new musical by Lynn Nottage and John Legend, will premiere at The Shed in New York City. Directed by Liesl Tommy, the limited engagement is co-produced with National Black Theatre. Further casting and ticket details will be announced.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
IMITATION OF LIFE, a new musical by Lynn Nottage and John Legend, will premiere at The Shed in New York City. Directed by Liesl Tommy, the limited engagement is co-produced with National Black Theatre. Further casting and ticket details will be announced.
2026 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2026
The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards. We have the full list of winners!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2026
The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards. We have the full list of winners!
Dominique Morisseau's DETROIT '67 to be Presented at Temple Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Written by Obie Award-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau, and directed by Temple Professor Amina Robinson, Detroit '67 will be presented at the Randall Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Written by Obie Award-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau, and directed by Temple Professor Amina Robinson, Detroit '67 will be presented at the Randall Theater.
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