Linda Johnson News

Today, EBONY magazine announced its annual EBONY Power 100 list, which honors the heroes and leaders of the African-American community whose work continues to inspire, influence and impact the next generation.

International opera star Renee Fleming and Emmy Award nominee Tituss Burgess performed together for the first time, for an audience that includes opera stars Joyce DiDonato, Paul Appleby and Diana Soviero, Ann Ziff, Margie Loeb, Miriam Morales ('Orange Is The New Black'), poker star Beth Shak, Nobel Laureates Dr. Muhammad Yunus and Dr. James Watson, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer, Mercedes Bass, Dave Gilboa (Warby Parker), Angela Birchett (The Color Purple), Grammy nominee Emily King, and more at Sing for Hope's 10th Anniversary Gala this Monday at Tribeca Rooftop. BroadwayWorld has photos from the performance and the gala below!

West Palm Beach, FL – July 7, 2016)  The Kretzer Piano Music Foundation today announced the Talent Roster for the 5th annual PHYSICIANS TALENT SHOWCASE (PTS) that will be held at The Harriet Himmel Theater at CityPlace in West Palm Beach on Tuesday, August 16 at 7:30 pm.

Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world-renowned ensemble was joined by more than 550 members of Chicago's corporate, civic and cultural communities for Gala 2015 on Saturday, May 9, 2015, raising more than $1.2 million for Steppenwolf's artistic, educational and community programming. Scroll down for photos!

VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Oct.7, 2014 /PRNewswire/ Judson Press best-selling author Marvin A. McMickle issues a challenge to African American churches, and specifically clergy, to reengage in the political process as active agents so that the issues facing African American communities are addressed. In his latest project, Pulpit & Politics: Separation of Church & State in the Black Church, McMickle seeks to provoke the emergence of a new generation of black preacher-politicians who will move beyond spiritual leadership and into advocacy and social justice.

After six long months of colorful creativity, a unique collaboration of sight and sound will be unveiled at last - so let the eye-dazzling and ear-pleasing harmonies begin. Kathi Kretzer, founder of the Kretzer Piano Music Foundation, today announced that the much-anticipated KEYS TO THE CITIES Kick-Off Party will be held today, November 1, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Waterfront Lake Pavilion in downtown West Palm Beach.

After six long months of colorful creativity, a unique collaboration of sight and sound will be unveiled at last - so let the eye-dazzling and ear-pleasing harmonies begin. Kathi Kretzer, founder of the Kretzer Piano Music Foundation, today announced that the much-anticipated KEYS TO THE CITIES Kick-Off Party will be held on Friday, November 1, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Waterfront Lake Pavilion in downtown West Palm Beach.

NBCUniversal today announced the addition of 19 new members to the Women at NBCU (http://womenatnbcu.com/) Advisory Board, which meets several times a year to discuss issues around marketing to women.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, one of the world's premier contemporary dance companies, together with event Co-Chairs Meg Siegler Callahan, Elizabeth Yntema Ferguson, Sara Albrecht and Jane Strauss, hosted the 35th Anniversary Spotlight Ball on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park and the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park. The event was a major success for the organization, raising more than $1.1 million for Hubbard Street's educational, community and artistic programming.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation will honor President Bill Clinton, the 42 nd President of the United States, with the prestigious 2013 Lincoln Leadership Prize, an annual prize recognizing a lifetime of service in the spirit of 16 th President Abraham Lincoln. More than 600 civic, philanthropic and business leaders will gather at a special event this evening to celebrate President Clinton and his accomplishments.

The Woodman's 1969 daffy Broadway comedy gets revived at West Hartford's Playhouse on Park

The fourth annual BET HONORS gears up for a highly anticipated show on Saturday, January 15 with a premiere during Black History Month on Monday, February 21 at 9:00 p.m.*

Macy's Department Stores and Johnson Publishing Company are partnering to present a beauty, fashion and lifestyle tribute to the life of legendary style maven, Eunice Johnson. The Ebony, Fashion Fair Cosmetics & Macy's Celebrate Eunice Johnson retrospective, will debut at Macy's Herald Square in New York City on January 27th thru February 1st, and will then tour 10 Macy's locations across the country throughout the month of February.

Macy's Department Stores and Johnson Publishing Company are partnering to present a beauty, fashion and lifestyle tribute to the life of legendary style maven, Eunice Johnson. The Ebony, Fashion Fair Cosmetics & Macy's Celebrate Eunice Johnson retrospective, will debut at Macy's Herald Square in New York City on January 27th thru February 1st, and will then tour 10 Macy's locations across the country throughout the month of February.

Macy's Department Stores and Johnson Publishing Company are partnering to present a beauty, fashion and lifestyle tribute to the life of legendary style maven, Eunice Johnson. The Ebony, Fashion Fair Cosmetics & Macy's Celebrate Eunice Johnson retrospective, will debut at Macy's Herald Square in New York City on January 27th thru February 1st, and will then tour 10 Macy's locations across the country throughout the month of February.

The fourth annual BET HONORS gears up for a highly anticipated show on Saturday, January 15 with a premiere during Black History Month on Monday, February 21 at 9:00 p.m.*

In its fourth consecutive year, BET Networks presents BET HONORS , an unforgettable night honoring the achievements of six extraordinary legends in music, the arts, service and education. Hosted by actress Gabrielle Union for the third year and taped at the historic Warner Theater in Washington, DC, BET HONORS recognizes lifetime contributions and exceptional service of certain individuals to African-American culture in music, media, film, service and education. The special will premiere during Black History Month onMonday, February 21 at 9:00 p.m.*

Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) Board Chair Anthony W. Crowell announced today that Linda E. Johnson will assume the role of Interim Executive Director effective July 1, 2010. In her role, Johnson will be responsible for the overall executive management and day-to-day operations of the nation's fifth largest public library system, with 60 locations across the Borough.

Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) Board Chair Anthony W. Crowell announced today that Linda E. Johnson will assume the role of Interim Executive Director effective July 1, 2010. In her role, Johnson will be responsible for the overall executive management and day-to-day operations of the nation's fifth largest public library system, with 60 locations across the Borough.