Diversity News

Boston Theater Company has announced the first annual QUEER VOICES FESTIVAL, with performances from March 8-10, 2024 at the Plaza Theatre of the Boston Center for the Arts. 

Human ingenuity and creativity come together in Omnium Circus at Popejoy Hall on March 17, 2024 at 3:00pm. A ringmaster leads a talented crew of clowns, contortionists, and choreographers with crossbows. This is just a sampling of the many talents of this bold new circus.

The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre and Dance will present Head Over Heels. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals, will return this summer for their 13th year. Learn how to apply!

Theater Resources Unlimited is partnering with CreateTheater.com to present the fourth virtual edition of theTRU Voices New Plays Reading Series. Learn more about the play!

What did our critic think of PIPPIN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan? What emerges is a splendid spectacle, a memorable performance that transcends eras. It's like a symphony of the ages, a kaleidoscope of nostalgia and fantasy, like an unexpected piece of sweet chocolate in a reality pie.

Signature Theatre has revealed the cast of Spotlight Resident Sarah Ruhl’s Orlando, adapted from Virginia Woolf’s novel and directed by Will Davis.

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Dancing the 92nd Street Y: A 150th Anniversary Celebration, welcoming three legendary companies whose founders made these halls their home - Ailey II, Martha Graham Dance Company, and José Limón Dance Company.

The Venice Biennale has announced Australia's Back to Back Theatre as the 2024 recipients of The Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre.

Last July, Chisenhale Dance Space put out a call for 200 artists to join its new CDS Artist Community. From 320 applications, 200 artists have now been selected to form the CDS Artist Community.

 Canadian Stage will present the Canadian premiere of the celebrated award-winner THE INHERITANCE: PARTS 1 & 2, running March 22 – April 14.

​​​​​​​Jasmine Chen unveils her highly anticipated multidisciplinary performance, Jade Circle, at Gateway Theatre.

Dunbar Repertory Company presents the acclaimed Sweet Potato Pie Reading Series featuring a staged reading of Beauty of the Week, written and directed by Mark Antonio Henderson. The event will take place on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 8 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door. The Middletown Arts Center is located at 36 Church Street in Middletown, NJ. For more information, visit www.middletownarts.org or call 732.706.4100.

Billy Porter Joins Roster of Honorees for Diversity Honors at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Award-winning actor, singer, director, producer, and playwright Billy Porter will be honored at the event on March 9.

Break out the glass slippers! The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati's RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA: YOUTH EDITION opens at the Taft Theatre February 17 - 26, 2024. See director Chris Stewart discuss the production in the video below!

Ballet Hispánico will present Diálogos: Black Leadership - Post-Pandemic Reconstruction, in honor of Black History Month, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6:00pm at Ballet Hispánico's Penthouse Studio.

NEW YORK CITY CENTER has revealed full programming details for the return of Flamenco Festival as part City Center's 80th Season at the Center of the Arts.

The Bay Area rapper invites a visual feast in captivating drag, showcasing a fearless and glamorous persona. Drenched in bold colors and energy, the clip is a celebration of self-expression and confidence. “Rich Bi$h” not only delivers a pop anthem that's sure to get listeners moving but also serves as a statement of individuality and self-love.

Five new board members have been elected to the Frist Art Museum Board of Trustees. The new members are Phillip G. Billington, Ramon L. Cisneros, Donald R. Hardin Jr., Dee Patel, and Tara Scarlett.

Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music will host the New York-based ensemble Harlem Quartet at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16. As part of the ArtsKSU Presents series, the concert is a highlight of the 'Moving Forward, Together: Black History Month Festival.'