Lena Waithe News

Page 73 Announces Semifinalists For Playwrighting Fellowship

by Stephi Wild — November 20, 2024

Page 73 has announced 13 semifinalists for the 2025 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship.

Ensemble Studio Theatre Announces New Youngblood Members

by A.A. Cristi — October 17, 2024

Ensemble Studio Theatre announced the new members of its Youngblood program, a collective of emerging playwrights under 30.

Eric Anthony Lopez To Join Atlantic Wind Symphony's American AirPower Museum Band for Performance

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 12, 2024

Eric Anthony Lopez, known for his roles in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and EVITA, will perform with the Atlantic Wind Symphony’s American AirPower Museum Band at The Argyle Theatre.

Baltimore Center Stage to Present World Premiere of Jordan E. Cooper's OH HAPPY DAY!

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 27, 2024

Baltimore Center Stage will present the world premiere of Jordan E.

Gallant Shares New Single 'Crimes Of Compassion' from Forthcoming Album

by Josh Sharpe — August 26, 2024

GRAMMY-nominated artist Gallant releases new single 'Crimes of Compassion' from his upcoming album Zinc, set to debut on September 27 via Mom+Pop Music.

Video: Trailer Released for Four-Part Docuseries HOLLYWOOD BLACK From Filmmaker Justin Simien

by Josh Sharpe — July 11, 2024

Inspired by the book from historian Donald Bogle, Hollywood Black, directed by Justin Simien, chronicles the history of cinema, but from a radically Black perspective.

2024 Hollywood Bowl Season Opens with 100th Birthday Celebration of Composer Henry Mancini

by Stephi Wild — June 25, 2024

The Hollywood Bowl opened its 2024 season on June 23, 2024, with a 100th birthday celebration of 20-time Grammy Award-winning composer Henry Mancini.

Meet the Cast of HOME, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — May 17, 2024

Samm-Art Williams' Home is coming Broadway, in a production directed by Kenny Leon.

Liberation Theatre Company Selects Four Early Career Playwrights For 24-25 Writing Residency Program

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 10, 2024

Harlem's Liberation Theatre Company has chosen four emerging playwrights for their 2024-2025 Writing Residency Program.

Keen Company to Present DIRECTORFEST in May At Theatre Row

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 18, 2024

Discover the talents of two emerging directors as Keen Company collaborates with The Drama League for DIRECTORFEST at Theatre Row.

Tory Kittles, Brittany Inge & Stori Ayers to Star in HOME on Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 29, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams, not seen on Broadway in more than 40 years, directed by Kenny Leon.

Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — April 2, 2024

Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater.

Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet

by Michael Major — March 11, 2024

Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.

The Ebell of Los Angeles to Commemorates Women's History Month With Event Series

by Blair Ingenthron — March 3, 2024

The Ebell of Los Angeles, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring women and building community through arts, culture and education will celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of women throughout history all through the month of March with a curated offering of five events.

Jonathan Groff, Jessica Lange, Kandi Burruss & Schele Williams to be Honored at 2024 Drama League Awards

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 21, 2024

The Drama League has revealed the 2024 Special Recognition Honorees of The 90th Annual Drama League Awards.

THE CHI Returns to Showtime in May For the Second Half of Season 6

by Michael Major — February 8, 2024

Guest stars for season six include Emmy winner Lynn Whitfield, Jill Marie Jones, Kandi Burruss, La La Anthony, Vic Mensa, Carolyn Michelle Smith, Jason Weaver, Iman Shumpert, Nia Jervier, L'lerrét Jazelle, Hannaha Hall, Ahmad Ferguson, Genesis Denise Hale, Joel Steingold, and more.

Photos: Ailey's Opening Night Gala Honors Living Legend Judith Jamison with Honorary Chairs Cynthia Erivo and Sunny Hostin

by Blair Ingenthron — December 2, 2023

On November 29, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off its 65th anniversary season at a star-studded Opening Night Gala complete with a rousing performance and party.