Darius Barnes News

MOVE|NYC| Will Present 4th Annual Darius Barnes Award of Excellence at 2026 Gala

by Stephi Wild — April 22, 2026

MOVE|NYC| will honor Bronx dancer Carlos Carrerras with the Darius Barnes Award of Excellence at its 'Dreams Fulfilled' gala at City Winery at Pier 57.

Move|NYC|'s 10th Anniversary TAKING FLIGHT GALA Will Celebrate a Decade of Supporters and Young Artists 

by Stephi Wild — June 9, 2025

MOVE|NYC| Co-Founders Chanel DaSilva and Nigel Campbell and Executive Director Niya Nicholson have announced the MOVE|NYC| 10th Anniversary “Taking Flight Gala.

MOVE|NYC| Reveals 3rd Annual Darius Barnes Award of Excellence Recipient: Tenzin Niles

by Stephi Wild — May 23, 2025

MOVE|NYC| Young Professionals Program Dancer, Tenzin Niles from Brooklyn, will receive the 3rd Annual Darius Barnes Award of Excellence.

Recap the 2023 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches

by Team BWW — June 11, 2023

The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.

Interview: Bryan-Keyth Wilson of FOR COLORED BOYZ

by Jason Davis — September 7, 2022

After much recognition, including a festival finalist and selection for a prestigious showcase, For Colored Boyz on the verge of a nervous breakdown when freedom ain't enuff is making its World/ Regional Premiere.

Dancer and Choreographer Darius Barnes Passes Away At Age 34

by A.A. Cristi — July 29, 2022

Director, choreographer, dancer and performing artist, Darius Barnes has passed away at the age of 34.

BWW Review: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' THE FATS WALLER REVUE at Barrington Stage Company

by Marc Savitt — June 20, 2022

To be clear, there is absolutely nothing about this production that is dull, dated, or dusty.

Photos: First Look at FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at Playhouse on Park

by Marissa Tomeo — January 30, 2022

FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE, written by Clarke Peters, with music and lyrics by Louis Jordan, will runs at Playhouse on Park from now until February 27, 2022.

Cast Announced for FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at Playhouse on Park

by Stephi Wild — January 12, 2022

FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE, written by Clarke Peters, with music and lyrics by Louis Jordan, will run at Playhouse on Park from January 26 - February 27, 2022.

Playhouse On Park's 13th Main Stage Season Continues With FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE

by A.A. Cristi — December 14, 2021

FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE, written by Clarke Peters, with music and lyrics by Louis Jordan, will run at Playhouse on Park from January 26 - February 27, 2022.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Atlantic Theater Company

by Bruce Glikas — December 9, 2021

Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere musical Kimberly Akimbo opened just last night for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 26th, 2021, Off-Broadway at the Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20th Street).

Carolina Ballet Will Return With a Choreographers' Spotlight This Weekend

by Stephi Wild — August 13, 2021

The event starts with a master class with Zalman Raffael, Carolina Ballet artistic director, and a conversation with curating director Richard Glover, choreographer Darius Barnes, and Moses T.

Amber Iman, Gavin Creel, and More Set For Final Performance of NYPopsUp

by Stephi Wild — August 6, 2021

The event will feature performances by Broadway's Amber Iman, Tony Award winner Gavin Creel, Sasha Allen, Jo Lampert, Obie Award winner Whitney White, Hoofer Award winner Ayodele Casel, and more.

The Fulton Theatre Announces Schedule and Creative Teams for STORIES OF DIVERISTY Playwriting Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 29, 2021

The Fulton Theatre has announced the schedule of its inaugural in person playwriting festival.

Full Cast Announced for BROADWAY BARES: TWERK FROM HOME

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 8, 2021

A company of Broadway Bares favorites and newcomers more than 170 strong will combine forces to light up screens for Broadway Bares: Twerk from Home in its online premiere Sunday, June 20, 2021.

Photo Flash: Charity Angel Dawson, Nick Rashad Burroughs & More Celebrate Opening of THE BLUES BROTHERS at Radial Park

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 28, 2021

Radial Park opened its latest cinemersive experience last night with the iconic, blockbuster, fan-favorite film, The Blues Brothers! The Blues Brothers, features a live band and theatrical performances seamless timed in-sync with the movie in a one-of-a-kind hybrid mashup.

VIDEO: Broadway Cast Members From BEETLEJUICE, SING STREET, DIANA, and More Commemorate One Year Since Broadway Shut Down

by Stephi Wild — March 12, 2021

Elliott Mattox has worked with videographer Jacob Hiss and a cast filled with Broadway ensemble members to create a video to commemorate the anniversary of the Broadway shutdown.