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Tony Awards Administration Committee Makes First Eligibility Rulings of the Season on SIX, CAROLINE, OR CHANGE, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2021

 The Tony Awards Administration Committee met yesterday to confirm the eligibility status of 12 Broadway productions for the 2021-2022 season.  This was the first time the Tony Awards Administration Committee met to decide the eligibility for the 75th Annual Tony Awards. The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.

VIDEO: Tristan Mack Wilds & Luke James Honor First Preview of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2021

Mack gave thanks to playwright and Broadway’s newest voice, Keenan Scott II, and in honor of the first performance, Luke James sang and acapella blessing to the cast and the production and to all the Broadway theaters and their casts.

THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Offers Free Haircuts To The Community In Bronx And Brooklyn
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2021

In partnership with the YMCA of Greater New York, Thoughts of a Colored Man hosted a Youth and Community event at the Castle Hill YMCA in the Bronx and the North Brooklyn YMCA where there was a Mobile Barbershop ready to treat community members to free haircuts.

Esau Pritchett Joins The Cast Of THOUGHTS FOR A COLORED MAN On Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2021

Mr. Pritchett replaces originally announced Keith David.  A private family matter has caused Mr. David to depart the production.

Bjorn DuPaty and Garrett Turner Complete the Cast of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2021

Casting has been completed for the upcoming Broadway premiere of Thoughts of a Colored Man with Bjorn DuPaty and Garrett Turner joining as understudies. Rehearsals begin Tuesday, September 7th. 

Breaking: Dyllón Burnside, Keith David, Luke James & More to Star in THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN; Opening on Broadway on October 31
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2021

Today, producers Brian Moreland, Ron Simons, Diana DiMenna, Samira Wiley, Sheryl Lee Ralph, The Shubert Organization, and The Nederlander Organization announced complete casting for Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III.

Keenan Scott II, THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Playwright, Selected as TED2021 Fellow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2021

Playwright Keenan Scott II, whose new play Thoughts of a Colored Man will have its Broadway premiere at the Golden Theatre in the upcoming season, has been selected as a TED2021 Fellow, joining a class of 20 remarkable individuals who are collaborating across disciplines to spark positive change around the world. 

Photo Flash: The THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Marquee Goes Up at the Golden Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2021

Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new play by Keenan Scott II will play Broadway’s Golden Theatre. Signaling a genuine moment of optimism about the future return of theater to New York City, this morning, the marquee for Thoughts of a Colored Man was installed at the Golden Theatre making it the first new show to take up residence at a Broadway theater since the pandemic forced all plays and musicals to stop performances on March 12, 2020.

THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Confirmed for Broadway Run at the Golden Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2021

Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, will play Broadway's Golden Theatre

Photo Flash: THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Opens At Baltimore Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2019

The new play THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN opened this week at Baltimore Center Stage. The new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, and choreographed by Millicent Marie Johnnie is a co-production with Syracuse Stage and Baltimore Center Stage.

Photo Flash: First Look at THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN at Baltimore Stage
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2019

The new play THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN starts previews tomorrow at Baltimore Center Stage. The new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, and choreographed by Millicent Marie Johnnie is a co-production with Syracuse Stage and Baltimore Center Stage.

VIDEO: THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Begins Previews At Baltimore Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2019

The new play THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN starts previews tomorrow at Baltimore Center Stage.

Baltimore Center Stage Announces Cast of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN
by Julie Musbach - Sep 26, 2019

Baltimore Center Stage announces the cast and artistic team for the world premiere play, Thoughts of a Colored Man. This journey through the 21st Century mind captures the strengths, weaknesses, and deepest fears of men striving to discover their identities.

BWW Review: The World Premiere of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN is Captivating at Syracuse Stage
by Natasha Ashley - Sep 15, 2019

Syracuse Stage opens its 2019/2020 season with a world premiere production of Thoughts of a Colored Man, written by Keenan Scott II and directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. It is co-produced with Baltimore Center Stage and two commercial producers, Brian Moreland and Ron Simons, who anticipate moving this new play to New York after the run in Syracuse and Baltimore (beginning October 10). The play is real, raw, and truly captivating; the emotional and powerful stories are conveyed through music, dance, and poetic language.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN at Syracuse Stage?
by Alan Henry - Sep 9, 2019

Syracuse Stage opens the 2019/2020 season with the world premiere production of 'Thoughts of a Colored Man.' Performance dates are Sept. 4 through 22. Reviews are in! Find out what critics thought of this new play.

Syracuse Stage Launches Season with THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN
by Julie Musbach - Aug 12, 2019

Syracuse Stage opens the 2019/2020 season with the world premiere production of a?oeThoughts of a Colored Man.a?? Performance dates are Sept. 4 through 22. Tickets are available at www.SyracuseStage.org or at the Box Office (315)-443-3275.

THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Announces Casting; Forrest McClendon and More
by Julie Musbach - Aug 7, 2019

Today, producers Brian Moreland and Ron Simons announced casting for the world premiere of Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, and choreographed by Millicent Marie Johnnie in a co-production with Syracuse Stage and Baltimore Center Stage.

Photo Flash: Art McFarland Stars in Amiri Baraka's THE MOST DANGEROUS MAN IN AMERICA (W. E. B. DU BOIS), Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2015

Woodie King Jr's New Federal Theatre will continue its 46th season dedicated to Amira Baraka with the world premiere of his final play, The Most Dangerous Man In America (W. E. B. Du Bois). Performances began May 28th, with opening night set for tonight, June 11th at the Castillo Theater (543 West 42nd Street). This limited Off-Broadway engagement, directed by Woodie King Jr., will continue through June 28th only. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Art McFarland in Amiri Baraka's THE MOST DANGEROUS MAN IN AMERICA (W. E. B. DU BOIS)
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2015

Woodie King Jr's New Federal Theatre will continue its 46th season dedicated to Amira Baraka with the world premiere of his final play, The Most Dangerous Man In America (W. E. B. Du Bois). Performances will begin tomorrow, May 28th, with opening night set for June 11th at the Castillo Theater (543 West 42nd Street). This limited Off-Broadway engagement, directed by Woodie King Jr., will continue through June 28th only. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Cast Set for Amiri Baraka's Last Play at Woodie King Jr's New Federal Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 27, 2015

Woodie King Jr's New Federal Theatre will continue its 46th season dedicated to Amira Baraka with the world premiere of his final play, The Most Dangerous Man In America (W. E. B. Du Bois).  Performances will begin May 28th, with opening night set for June 11th at the Castillo Theater (543 West 42nd Street). This limited Off-Broadway engagement, directed by Woodie King Jr., will continue through June 28th only.