Diversity News

Accompanying the track is a follow-up to Tei Shi’s video for the original “Mona Lisa” which was shot while on tour with Kimbra this past Spring. The gritty new visual finds Tei Shi trekking and performing throughout New York City while donning her signature blonde tresses. Captured by frequent collaborator, friend, and director Vogue Giambri.

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/27/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

The CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), an expansive program providing New York City choreographers and dance companies with creative residencies on CUNY campuses, has announced its tenth year of supporting the dance field and the awarded artists for its 2023–24 cycle.

Portland Opera has announced the artists selected to join the company's Resident Artist program for the 2023/24 season: returning soprano Judy Yannini, tenor Antonio Domino, tenor Roland Hawkins II, baritone Sankara Harouna, and collaborative pianist Edward Forstman. Portland Opera's Resident Artist (PORA) program, established in 2005, is one of the company's core programs—a rigorous residency and training program centered on the cultivation and support of emerging artists, as a bridge between the academic and professional world of opera.

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre has announced Katie Maltais as its new Managing Director. Delve into Maltais' background and the impact she aims to make on the theater's operations and artistic endeavors.

Get all the details about the cast and creative team of BEAUTIFUL at The REV Theatre Company. Find out who will be bringing this beloved musical to life and get ready to be wowed by their incredible talents. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of BEAUTIFUL on stage.

Sharon Preston-Folta's documentary feature, Little Satchmo, is the heartwarming and heart-wrenching story of her journey as the secret daughter of legendary jazz trumpeter, Louis Armstrong.

 The Educational Theatre Association annually recognizes student achievement through a variety of scholarships funded through its philanthropic arm, the Educational Theatre Foundation.

Jeffrey L. Nissen Arts Education and Development Fund has announced that it has been granted the status of a tax-exempt non-profit charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Choir present We Belong (5th August) – a vibrant and colourful music journey like no other. This one-night-only spectacular at NIDA’s Parade Theatre on 5th August will bring to life 20 of the most beloved stage and film musicals that have captivated audiences with their timeless charm.

The New York Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, announce the lineup of special guests for the 39th Bessie Awards Ceremony. Acclaimed queer pop duo The Illustrious Blacks (Manchildblack x Monstah Black) will host this year’s ceremony, which will be held on Friday, August 4, at 7:30pm, at Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park as part of Lincoln Center’s Summer for the City.

On the heels of its critically acclaimed World Premiere presentation, Memoirs of Jazz in the Alley at the Auditorium Theatre, South Chicago Dance Theatre continues gaining momentum with the announcement of its 7th season in 2023-24.

Synchronicity Theatre, a leading performing arts organization renowned for its commitment to diverse storytelling, community engagement, and innovative programming, announces its 26th season. 

The Boston Arts Festival is back for its twentieth year. First hosted in 2003, the festival gives a platform to local artists and musicians at one of the biggest events of the summer.

A free concert along the DCR Charles River Esplanade with 25 local jazz bands on October 7-all featuring music by women composers and artists with ties to Boston, and a world premiere commission by Grammy award-winning composer Terri Lyne Carrington

In association with the 27th Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival, Central Park plays host to a performance from one of Brazil's best-known MCs and a screening of the documentary that celebrates his career and the rich legacy of Black Brazilian culture.

Get ready for the world premiere of Devilfish, a captivating adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid. Join Blue Water Theater Company in Wayzata, MN for a dark and fantastical retelling set in the bioluminescent sea and a Florida freak show.

Join Everyday People and Works & Process for a memorable SummerStage experience, featuring a fusion of music, dance, and cultural celebration. Don't miss this global showcase of black joy and the strength of women in Hip-Hop.

Don't miss the exciting premiere of POTUS at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago! Prepare to be blown away by the all-star cast and their captivating performance. Get the inside scoop on this highly anticipated production and secure your tickets now for an unforgettable night of theater.

Four-time Grammy-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett is set for a co-headline run of Midwestern tour dates with two-time Grammy-nominated guitarist Leo Kottke. The limited six-show run will feature Lovett and Kottke in conversation and song. Lovett and singer-songwriter John Hiatt are heading out on a run of joint tour dates this fall.