Black Theatre Alliance Awards 2026 Nominations Announced
The Black Theatre Alliance announced its 2026 award nominees and will present director Pemon Rami with its Lifetime Achievement Award at a ceremony in Chicago.
Jackie Wilson News
Date of Birth: June 09, 1934
Date of Death: January 21, 1984 (49)
Birth Place: Detroit, MI, USA
Review: I'LL BE DAMNED IF at Jubilee Theatre
When people hear about Idlewild, the first thing that comes to mind is the 2006 drama film with a musical score produced, written, and mostly performed by the Grammy award winning hip-hop duo Outkast.
Mia Moretti Releases CHEF'S KISS RADIO VOL. 1: IBIZA Compilation
Mia Moretti released a 10-track compilation featuring Heidi Lawden, Scarlett O'Malley, HYANNI, and remixes from Radio Slave and MYD, reflecting her summer residency on the White Isle.
Black Ensemble Theater to Receive Special Equity Jeff Award Honoring 50-Year Legacy
The Chicago theater company, whose mission is to eradicate racism, will be honored by The Jeff Awards for its 50-year legacy of arts leadership and creative achievements.
THE VAN MORRISON ALUMNI BAND to Bring Weekly Residency to London's Emerald Theatre
Musicians who have toured and recorded with Van Morrison will perform his songbook weekly at London's Emerald Theatre, led by saxophonist Leo Green.
THE VAN MORRISON ALUMNI BAND to Launch Weekly London Residency
Musicians who have toured and recorded with Van Morrison will perform his songbook weekly at The Emerald Theatre in London, led by saxophonist Leo Green.
Review: The 2026 International Black Theatre Festival
I have been attending the International Black Theatre Festival since 2009, and it has yet to disappoint me.
FRIENDS IN LOW PLACES: BRANDON BENNETT SINGS GARTH BROOKS to Perform at Marriott Theatre
Brandon Bennett, known for playing Elvis Presley in Million Dollar Quartet, will return to Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire for a concert tribute to Garth Brooks.
FRIDAYS ON THE GREEN to Return to Black Ensemble Theater This Summer
Black Ensemble Theater will present its free outdoor concert series, FRIDAYS ON THE GREEN, on the theater's front lawn in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood, featuring The McNary Experience, saxophonist Mark Felton, and the Black Ensemble All-Stars.
BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, and More Nominated For Equity Jeff Awards; Full List
In celebration of its 58th anniversary awarding recognition for Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards announces its nominations for the 2025 –2026 season, including the Goodman Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater and more.
Full Cast Set For AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
The Muny announced the full cast for AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, making its premiere on the James S.
Review: FLIP at Charlotte Ballet
Funkier and more humbly budgeted than Charlotte Ballet's extravaganzas at larger venues, FLIP at the McBride Bonnefoux provided a different kind of adventure, substituted promise for polish, and dug deeper into the company's soul.
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, and More Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T.
Daryl D. Brooks Named Artistic Director Of Black Ensemble Theater
Black Ensemble Theater has promoted Daryl D.
Ledisi and Chester Gregory to Star in AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Ebony Repertory Theatre
Ebony Repertory Theatre will present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', starring Grammy-winner Ledisi and NAACP-winner Chester Gregory, from May 21 to June 8, 2026, at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center.
Cast Set for THE JACKIE WILSON STORY at Black Ensemble Theater
Black Ensemble Theater will open its 50th Anniversary Season with the return of the celebrated musical The Jackie Wilson Story, written and directed by Founder & CEO Jackie Taylor.
Black Ensemble Theater to Present ANOTHER NIGHT @ BET Event Series
Black Ensemble Theater will launch a new event series, Another Night @ BET.
Black Ensemble Theater Unveils 50th Anniversary Season
Black Ensemble Theater celebrates 50 years of its mission-based theater with a full season of musicals and special events.
Spotlight: NEW 2025-2026 SEASON OF PROFESSIONAL MUSICALS at Winter Park Playhouse
The Winter Park Playhouse, Central Florida's professional musical theatre, announced their 2025-2026 Mainstage Series of Musicals! This new line up of productions includes a variety of Off-Broadway hits and regional premieres for the Central Florida area and marks the 23rd season for the beloved the
ROCKABILLAQUE SWINGIN' HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR to Return to the Charleston Gaillard Center
The Rockabillaque Swingin' Holiday Spectacular is back, bringing its high-energy vintage charm to the Spiegeltent at the Charleston Gaillard Center in December.
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