Diversity News

What did our critic think of LET THERE BE LOVE at Penguin Rep? Quite often dramas concerning race, immigration, family squabbles (and other issues that we can’t reveal here without spoiling) tend to be in-your-face, preachy and heavy-handed.  “Let There Be Love” is a play about all of the former, with none of the latter.   It is charming, moving, hilariously funny and full of tremendous heart.

Company of Angels will present the world premiere of 'RISE' by Kimba Henderson, a poignant and haunting journey through the decades of a Boyle Heights African American woman and her connection to the neighborhood.

EmiSunshine's new bluegrass album SIDESHOW is a collection of story-songs that enlighten, comfort, and entertain. It's a loving tribute to old-style mountain music and a thank you to her fans. The album features original songs and special guest performers, creating a unique and captivating listening experience.

'Sordid Lives' is a celebration of diversity and the messy, imperfect beauty of family. Del Shores' brilliant writing, coupled with the cast's heartfelt performances, transforms the play into a powerful commentary on acceptance. This production not only entertains but serves as an introduction to the inclusive spirit of the Austin Rainbow Theatre.

'The New York City Center's Festival, known for its diverse programming, offered audiences a selection of works that were artful, if not a little boring.'

The 2023 UK Theatre Awards winners have been revealed in a ceremony at London's Guildhall, hosted by Musical Theatre star Zoe Birkett.

Director Will Nunziata will join the lineup for Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's Try It Like This: Directors and Choreographers Take the Stage, an evening of performances on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 54 Below in New York City. Get more information about the event here!

THE OMNI ENSEMBLE starts its 41st season at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music with a program featuring Baroque and modern music.

Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.

The Braid's 16th season offers a historic lineup of Jewish stories brought to life on stage. Don't miss these powerful and authentic performances that celebrate shared humanity through storytelling. Featuring acclaimed writers like Rob Eshman and André Aciman.

Yuka Kawazu's Danse En L'Air presents L•O•V•E in 10th anniversary celebration featuring a diverse mix of dance performances and talented choreographers. Join us on October 15th at Ballet Arts in NYC.

The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center will present its 2023 FRANKIE Awards on October 14 at The Tank, honoring leaders in theater and performance in New York City.

OMD shares 'Verushka' single and video, announces UK headline tour and performance at Darker Waves Fest in LA. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have sold over 40 million records worldwide, establishing them as electronic synthesiser pioneers and one of Britain's best-loved pop groups.

International Contemporary Ensemble has released Afterword: An Opera in Two Acts by George Lewis. Lewis's first opera premiered in 2015 and is now available on New Focus Recordings/TUNDRA.

Don't miss the riveting production of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at The Ritz Theatre Company. Explore themes of rage, racism, self-hatred, and exploitation in this powerful drama.

Get ready to be enchanted by 'The Mex Files: A Divination Ritual' presented by Latino Performance Troupe 'La Pocha Nostra'.

Interview with Alaudin Ullah who has brought his one-man show DISHWASHER DREAMS about his family and his life growing up as a first-generation American to the Old Globe through October 15th.

The Azrieli Foundation and Analekta have released New Jewish Music, Vol. 4 - Azrieli Music Prizes. This album features the world premiere recordings of prize-winning works by the 2022 Azrieli Music Prizes Laureates, performed by the Orchestre Métropolitain under the direction of Artistic Partner Nicolas Ellis.

Discover the latest updates from Women In Music as they announce their upcoming programming, including the 2023 Fall Mentorship Program, All Things Go Festival performance, and the 4th Annual Women In Music Summit. Find out all the details about these exciting events and initiatives.

Hershey Felder premieres 'Musical Tales in the Venetian Grotto' at the Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival and Temple of the Arts. Featuring stage stars Tovah Feldshuh and Eleanor Reissa, as well as international musicians, historians, and Venetian locals, the personal stories and spirit stirring music are unforgettable.