Ava DuVernay News

Disney Debuts HAUNTED MANSION Soundtrack on Streaming Platforms

by Michael Major — July 26, 2023

Walt Disney Records releases the soundtrack from Disney’s original live-action film “Haunted Mansion.

Atlantic Theater Company to Present MIXFEST (WRIT)UAL MIX: TRADITIONS OF THE DIASPORA

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 21, 2023

oin Atlantic Theater Company's The Judith Champion MixFest as they showcase the best of traditional diaspora music.

MAY DECEMBER to Open 61st New York Film Festival

by Michael Major — July 11, 2023

In May December, Elizabeth (Natalie Portman), a popular television star, has arrived in a tight-knit island community in Savannah.

ImageNation's 21st Annual IMAGENATION OUTDOORS Film And Music Festival Returns For An Epic Summer Of Entertainment

by A.A. Cristi — July 5, 2023

ImageNation's 21st annual IMAGENATION OUTDOORS Film and Music Festival is happening July 7th to October 21st.

Grace Gummer, Mamie Gummer & Louisa Jacobson to Star in THREE SISTERS at Williamstown Theatre Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 22, 2023

Additional cast and creative team members have been revealed for the 2023 Williamstown Theatre Festival summer season’s Main Stage Reading Series.

Westport Country Playhouse Holds Reading of New Comedy QUICK SERVICE

by Stephi Wild — May 26, 2023

Westport Country Playhouse will present the comedy, “Quick Service,” as part of the 2023 New Works at the Playhouse Series, on Monday, June 5, at 7 p.

Debbie Allen To Pay Tribute To Class Of 2023 Film Directors At The 30th Annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves Short Film Showcase'

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 16, 2023

Debbie Allen, critically acclaimed director, producer, and choreographer will be a special guest at upcoming, 30th annual 'Sista's Are Doin' It For Themselves' Short Film Showcase Opening Night Celebration, May 19th at 7:30pm.

Video: Jeremy Strong Talks Theatre Roots and ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING

by Blair Ingenthron — May 14, 2023

Watch Jeremy Strong revisit his theatre roots and discuss his post-SUCCESSION return to Broadway in ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE on CBS Sunday Morning.

SUCCESSION Star Jeremy Strong Will Return to Broadway in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

by Nicole Rosky — May 12, 2023

Jeremy Strong (Succession) will star in a new Broadway production of Henrik Ibsen’s AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, featuring a new adaptation by Amy Herzog, directed by Tony Award- winner Sam Gold.

BALLIN ABROAD Documentary Special Community Screening to Take Place At North Carolina Black Film Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 11, 2023

BALLIN ABROAD, a captivating documentary that follows the journeys of five American basketball players playing in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) and Euro-Leagues, is set for a Special Community Screening at the North Carolina Black Film Festival.

Video: How to Watch Lea Michele & Myles Frost Announce the 2023 Tony Nominations

by Team BWW — May 2, 2023

Funny Girl star, Lea Michele and 2022 Tony Award Winner Myles Frost (MJ) will announce the nominations for the 76th Annual Tony Awards.

Programming Added to Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 25, 2023

The Cleveland Orchestra announced updates to its inaugural Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival: The American Dream, which takes place this spring at Severance Music Center and with Cleveland partner organizations.

Lea Michele & Myles Frost to Announce 76th Annual Tony Awards Nominations

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 24, 2023

Funny Girl star, Lea Michele and 2022 Tony Award Winner Myles Frost (MJ) will announce the 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations.

SISTAS ARE DOIN' IT FOR THEMSELVES Short Film Showcase And Virtual Film Festival Celebrates 30th Anniversary This May

by A.A. Cristi — April 17, 2023

The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) will host the 30th Anniversary of its Sistas Are Doin' It For Themselves Short Film Showcase and Virtual Film Festival.

Interview: Sharon Lawrence in THE SHOT at NJ Rep 4/6 to 4/23

by Marina Kennedy — April 4, 2023

Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Sharon Lawrence about her career and 'The Shot' at NJ Rep.

Australia-Based Performer Ngaiire Comes To Alberta Bair Theater This Month!

by A.A. Cristi — March 31, 2023

Join us on Tuesday, April 25, at 7:30 p.

Amanda Seyfried, Meghan Markle & More to Receive Gracie Awards

by Michael Major — March 30, 2023

Winners include Christina Applegate, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Ava DuVernay, Faith Hill, Amanda Seyfried, Danielle Monaro, Shelley Wade, Abbott Elementary, TODAY, The Drew Barrymore Show, 48 Hours, along with frontline journalists, and some of the most talented women in television, radio/audio and