Langston Hughes
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Langston Hughes:
AFRICANA ARTS & HUMANITIES FESTIVAL To Explore 250 Years Of Black Life And Culture In Fort Lauderdale (Mar 5, 2026)
Music at the Odyssey to Present John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC (Feb 3, 2026)
Shriver Hall Concert Series to Feature Isidore String Quartet and Golda Schultz in March (Feb 3, 2026)
AFRICANA ARTS & HUMANITIES FESTIVAL To Explore 250 Years Of Black Life And Culture In Fort Lauderdale (Mar 5, 2026)
Music at the Odyssey to Present John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC (Feb 3, 2026)
Shriver Hall Concert Series to Feature Isidore String Quartet and Golda Schultz in March (Feb 3, 2026)
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Video: Cast Members Rachel Handler and Christian Prentice on Philadelphia Theatre Company's COST OF LIVING
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-13 10:39:49
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-05 13:51:47
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser Trailer for BLACK NATIVITY at Intiman Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-09 16:04:00
Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-30 12:24:27
VIDEO: First Look at Signature Theatre's AFTER MIDNIGHT, Streaming Now
by Stephi Wild - 2021-06-14 07:54:25
Celebrating Black History Month: SHUFFLE ALONG Shuffles to Broadway in 2016
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-27 12:01:00
Celebrating Black History Month: AFTER MIDNIGHT Brings Jazz Back to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-11 16:28:38
Broadway Rewind: AFTER MIDNIGHT Brings Jazz to Broadway in 2014
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-08 17:01:00
STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON Addresses the State of the Union in Gypsy of the Year Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - 2016-12-07 19:29:22
VIDEO: Arts Collective Seeks To Preserve Harlem Home of Langston Hughes
by Michael Dale - 2016-08-26 12:14:42
VIDEO: Savion Glover & Cast of SHUFFLE ALONG Perform on NBC's 'Maya & Marty'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-01 08:48:29
VIDEO: SHUFFLE ALONG's Audra McDonald Makes Taped Appearance For JEOPARDY!'s Broadway Category
by Michael Dale - 2016-04-28 18:35:26
VIDEO: First Look at SHUFFLE ALONG on Broadway + Meet the Young Cast in Rehearsal
by Robert Diamond - 2016-04-24 12:44:23
VIDEO: Savion Glover Chats Significance of SHUFFLE ALONG; Tap Dances on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-08 08:15:38
Who Was Lucille Lortel and Why Is There An Award Named For Her?
by Michael Dale - 2016-03-31 21:01:50
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AFRICANA ARTS & HUMANITIES FESTIVAL To Explore 250 Years Of Black Life And Culture In Fort Lauderdale
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
The 2026 Africana Arts & Humanities Festival, set for March 27-28 at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, will explore 250 years of Black life and culture. This annual event features scholarly discussions, artistic performances, and community activities, highlighting the contributions of the African diaspora.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026
The 2026 Africana Arts & Humanities Festival, set for March 27-28 at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, will explore 250 years of Black life and culture. This annual event features scholarly discussions, artistic performances, and community activities, highlighting the contributions of the African diaspora.
Music at the Odyssey to Present John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will host a one-time performance of John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC, exploring the intersection of verse and melody.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
Music at the Odyssey will host a one-time performance of John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC, exploring the intersection of verse and melody.
Shriver Hall Concert Series to Feature Isidore String Quartet and Golda Schultz in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
Shriver Hall Concert Series will continue its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season this March with performances by the Isidore String Quartet with pianist Jeremy Denk and soprano Golda Schultz with pianist Jonathan Ware.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
Shriver Hall Concert Series will continue its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season this March with performances by the Isidore String Quartet with pianist Jeremy Denk and soprano Golda Schultz with pianist Jonathan Ware.
Lyric Opera Receives Grant From The Missouri Humanities Council
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Lyric Opera of Kansas City has received a grant from The Missouri Humanities Council to support their new touring program, LANGSTON HUGHES: A LYRICAL LIFE.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Lyric Opera of Kansas City has received a grant from The Missouri Humanities Council to support their new touring program, LANGSTON HUGHES: A LYRICAL LIFE.
Kimba Henderson's RED HARLEM to Premiere At Company Of Angels
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Company of Angels will present RED HARLEM, a new play based on the historical engagement between the Soviet Union's Communist Party and Black American actors during the Great Depression.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Company of Angels will present RED HARLEM, a new play based on the historical engagement between the Soviet Union's Communist Party and Black American actors during the Great Depression.
THE LANGSTON HUGHES PROJECT: ASK YOUR MAMA (12 MOODS FOR JAZZ) Comes to the Lakewood Cultural Center
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Experience the fusion of jazz and poetry as Lakewood Cultural Center hosts ASK YOUR MAMA, featuring the Ron McCurdy Quartet, this February. Learn more about the performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Experience the fusion of jazz and poetry as Lakewood Cultural Center hosts ASK YOUR MAMA, featuring the Ron McCurdy Quartet, this February. Learn more about the performance here!
International Literary Properties Secures $100M Bank Debt Financing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
International Literary Properties, the global company that invests in, acquires, manages, and enhances literary and theatrical intellectual properties, revealed the closing of a new credit facility from Fifth Third Bank.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
International Literary Properties, the global company that invests in, acquires, manages, and enhances literary and theatrical intellectual properties, revealed the closing of a new credit facility from Fifth Third Bank.
ILP Adds James Meader and Jennifer Bassuk to Literary Division
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
International Literary Properties has revealed two new appointments to its senior leadership team. James Meader has been named President, Publishing of ILP Literary and Jennifer Bassuk will serve as President, Partnerships for ILP Literary.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
International Literary Properties has revealed two new appointments to its senior leadership team. James Meader has been named President, Publishing of ILP Literary and Jennifer Bassuk will serve as President, Partnerships for ILP Literary.
Submissions Now Open for Royal Family's William and Enid Hairston Artist Fellowship
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Submissions are currently open for Royal Family Productions ‘s 2026 artist fellowship in partnership with Ann Hairston, honoring the legacy of her father, William R. Hairston Jr., a trailblazing Black actor, playwright, and cultural leader whose career spanned stage, screen, and public service.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Submissions are currently open for Royal Family Productions ‘s 2026 artist fellowship in partnership with Ann Hairston, honoring the legacy of her father, William R. Hairston Jr., a trailblazing Black actor, playwright, and cultural leader whose career spanned stage, screen, and public service.
MULEHEADED, OR ZORA AND LANGSTON WRITE A PLAY By David Robson to Premiere at Passage Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Passage Theatre, the only professional theatre company in Trenton, will open David Robson's Muleheaded, or Zora and Langston Write a Play, a world premiere.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Passage Theatre, the only professional theatre company in Trenton, will open David Robson's Muleheaded, or Zora and Langston Write a Play, a world premiere.
Royal Family Productions Launches the William and Enid Hairston Artist Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
Royal Family Productions has announced a 2026 artist fellowship in partnership with Ann Hairston, honoring the legacy of her father, William R. Hairston Jr. — a trailblazing Black actor, playwright, and cultural leader.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
Royal Family Productions has announced a 2026 artist fellowship in partnership with Ann Hairston, honoring the legacy of her father, William R. Hairston Jr. — a trailblazing Black actor, playwright, and cultural leader.
Review: BLACK NATIVITY at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Dec 4, 2025
West Coast Black Theatre presents 'Black Nativity' in their annual 'Christmas card to the Community.' The performance, infused with a fresh new energy, showcases captivating dancing and powerful singing that truly sets the stage for a memorable start to any holiday celebration.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Dec 4, 2025
West Coast Black Theatre presents 'Black Nativity' in their annual 'Christmas card to the Community.' The performance, infused with a fresh new energy, showcases captivating dancing and powerful singing that truly sets the stage for a memorable start to any holiday celebration.
Bishop Arts Theatre Center To Present 2025 Production of BLACK NATIVITY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Bishop Arts Theatre Center will present its 2025 production of BLACK NATIVITY, written and directed by Calvin J. Walker. The production will feature new original music by Walker and Steven A. Taylor and a contemporary framing of Langston Hughes’ classic.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Bishop Arts Theatre Center will present its 2025 production of BLACK NATIVITY, written and directed by Calvin J. Walker. The production will feature new original music by Walker and Steven A. Taylor and a contemporary framing of Langston Hughes’ classic.
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
Allan Harris Will Bring A POETRY OF JAZZ To The Amaturo Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Jazz vocalist Allan Harris will return to the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on December 3, 2025, where he will perform music from his newest album A Poetry of Jazz alongside a selection of seasonal favorites.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Jazz vocalist Allan Harris will return to the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on December 3, 2025, where he will perform music from his newest album A Poetry of Jazz alongside a selection of seasonal favorites.
New World Symphony to Host 2026 I DREAM A WORLD FESTIVAL: LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
New World Symphony’s fifth annual I Dream a World Festival, titled “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” will take place February 18–22, 2026, highlighting the impact of Black artist-activists through music, poetry, and performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
New World Symphony’s fifth annual I Dream a World Festival, titled “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” will take place February 18–22, 2026, highlighting the impact of Black artist-activists through music, poetry, and performance.
Brévo Theatre To Present 2nd Annual BLACK NATIVITY In Miami-Dade And Broward Counties
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
Brévo Theatre will present the second annual production of Black Nativity by Langston Hughes from December 6–21, 2025, expanding its reach to both Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
Brévo Theatre will present the second annual production of Black Nativity by Langston Hughes from December 6–21, 2025, expanding its reach to both Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
BLACK NATIVITY - REIMAGINED Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe – once again – invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with “Black Nativity – Reimagined,” an inspirational gospel musical originally penned by poet/playwright Langston Hughes.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe – once again – invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with “Black Nativity – Reimagined,” an inspirational gospel musical originally penned by poet/playwright Langston Hughes.
Langston Hughes' BLACK NATIVITY is Coming to the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Black Theatre Troupe will present Langston Hughes’ celebrated song play, BLACK NATIVITY at the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center. The story weaves together the power of gospel music, dance, and spoken word.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Black Theatre Troupe will present Langston Hughes’ celebrated song play, BLACK NATIVITY at the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center. The story weaves together the power of gospel music, dance, and spoken word.
Feature: SEASON FOUR REVEAL - WE, THE PEOPLE: STILL WE DREAM at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 6, 2025
Actors Theatre of Little Rock continues its commitment to bold, socially engaged storytelling, immersive experiences, and reimagined classics that speak directly to the world we live in today.
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 6, 2025
Actors Theatre of Little Rock continues its commitment to bold, socially engaged storytelling, immersive experiences, and reimagined classics that speak directly to the world we live in today.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Langston Hughes written?
Langston Hughes has written 19 shows including Mulatto (Playwright), Street Scene (Lyricist), The Barrier (Bookwriter), Simply Heavenly (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Soul Gone Home (Playwright), Shakespeare in Harlem (Playwright), God's Trombones (Composer), Black Nativity (Bookwriter), Tambourines to Glory (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Jerico-Jim Crow (Bookwriter), The Exception and the Rule/ The Prodigal Son (Playwright), Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill (Lyricist), Little Ham (Source Material), Mule Bone (Lyricist), Rollin' on the T.O.B.A. (Additional Material), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), LoveMusik (Lyricist), After Midnight (Bookwriter).
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