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National Black Theatre To Present SOLJOURNEY INTO TRUTH: STAGING THE UNPUBLISHED MANUSCRIPT
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025

National Black Theatre (NBT) will present a one-night-only revival of Soljourney Into Truth: Staging the Unpublished Manuscript on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 7 PM, at 16 Cooper Square (CBA Studio) as part of NBT’s Fall 2025 Art Institution Residency at New York University’s Hemispheric Institute.

LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Hugh Jackman & More Join BTC Gala Host Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

The host committee has been revealed for the 2nd Annual “Building the Change” Gala, including LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Hugh Jackman and more. Learn more about the gala.

3RD ANNUAL BLACK MOTHERHOOD AND PARENTING NEW PLAY FESTIVAL Streams New Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

Blackboard Plays and the Parent Artist Advocacy League will partner to uplift the stories of Black families for the 3rd Annual Black Motherhood and Parenting New Play Festival.

National Black Theatre Hosts 'Unbought & Unbossed: Empowering Our Voice & Choice'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer’s National Black Theatre and The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, in partnership with Broadway Votes, announced an upcoming event at the Schomburg Center to increase votership leading into the upcoming national and local elections. 

SWEETWATER: THE GOSPEL OF IMAN & More Set for National Black Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2024

NATIONAL BLACK THEATRE revealed its 2024-2025 season titled THE PILGRIMAGE: A JOURNEY BACK HOME, featuring a lineup of thought-provoking productions celebrating Black culture and heritage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

National Black Theatre And Apollo Theater Took Over The Kennedy Center To Host A Genre-Bending Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024

After a sold-out show in Harlem's world famous Apollo in 2022, National Black Theatre and Apollo Theater took over the Opera House at the Kennedy Center to relaunch their signature program, The Gathering. 

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!

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.

Interview: Kristen Adele Calhoun Excitedly World Premieres Her BLACK CYPRESS BAYOU
by Gil Kaan - Feb 21, 2024

The world premiere of Kristen Adele Calhoun’s Black Cypress Bayou has already begun at the Geffen Playhouse. Tiffany Nichole Greene directs the cast of: Amber Chardae Robinson, Brandee Evans, Angela Lewis and Kimberly Scott. After a successful opening weekend, Kristen managed to find some time to answer a few of my queries.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Adrienne Warren, and Melba Moore Join Talkback Series at PURLIE VICTORIOUS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2024

A slew of stars are joining the lineup for 'Victorious Talkbacks' the series of post-show events following performances of the Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by Ossie Davis starring Leslie Odom, Jr.

Photos: Leslie Odom Jr. & PURLIE VICTORIOUS Company Host Conversation at Museum of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024

See photos of Leslie Odom Jr. and fellow Purlie Victorious cast/creatives at the Museum of Broadway.