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Soul Train Awards to Return to BET, Make Debut on CBS

by Rachel Stone — September 3, 2026

BET will air the return of "SOUL TRAIN AWARDS," simulcast on CBS for the first time, taped in Chicago and produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment.

BMAC Gala to Honor Common, Patti LaBelle, Public Enemy & More

by Rachel Stone — September 2, 2026

The Black Music Action Coalition named honorees for its 6th Annual Gala at The Beverly Hilton, including Common, Patti LaBelle and Public Enemy, with Kenny Burns returning as host.

THE 41ST ANNUAL STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS Set to Air on BET, Hosted by Kirk Franklin

by Rachel Stone — August 26, 2026

The STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS will air on BET with Kirk Franklin hosting and performing, featuring a lineup including Le'Andria Johnson, Jekalyn Carr, John P.

BET to Launch GET YOUR MIND RIGHT Mental Health Initiative

by Rachel Stone — August 20, 2026

BET announced a year-round mental health initiative aimed at Black communities, inviting the public to nominate people and places fostering hope, healing, and joy.

Usher's New Look, BET to Launch BET NEXT GEN With Detroit Boys & Girls Clubs

by Joshua Wright — August 3, 2026

Usher's New Look, BET and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit have partnered to expand career pathways for young professionals in media, music and entertainment through the BET NEXT GEN leadership program.

USHER'S NEW LOOK, BET, Boys & Girls Clubs of Detroit Partner

by Joshua Wright — August 3, 2026

Usher's New Look, BET and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit announced a partnership aimed at expanding career pathways for young people in the entertainment industry.

Queen Latifah Joins Inaugural Board of Advisors at BET Media Group

by Josh Sharpe — June 2, 2026

Queen Latifah has joined the first-ever Board of Advisors at BET Media Group alongside BET Founder Bob Johnson, Grammy Award-winning artist LL COOL J, National Football League's Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Troy Vincent, and more.

Damon Dash To Host New Original Series OG STORIES for BET

by Josh Sharpe — March 13, 2026

BET has greenlit OG STORIES, premiering spring 2026, a new original conversation series hosted by record executive, film producer, director, and actor Damon Dash.

Video: Watch the Trailer for Season 10 of TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS

by Josh Sharpe — January 5, 2026

BET has unveiled the Season 10 trailer for its hit series Tyler Perry’s Sistas, marking the tenth season of the fan-favorite drama.

Abend Gallery Hosts A MATTER OF LIGHT AND DEATH, Showcasing The New Masters Of Realism

by Stephi Wild — January 16, 2024

Abend Gallery has announced the opening of the much-anticipated exhibition 'A Matter of Light and Death,' curated by the renowned artist and scholar Jeremy Caniglia.

Bruno Mars, Jazmine Sullivan & More Win BET Soul Train Awards

by Michael Major — November 29, 2021

Winners from the ceremony included Silk Sonic Jazmine Sullivan, Kirk Franklin, Normani, and Cardi B.

Regina Taylor Partners With SMU on New Initiative THE BLACK ALBUM

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 1, 2021

Golden Globe-winning actor, playwright, and activist Regina Taylor is partnering with Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School of the Arts, and is seeking collaborators to create a multifaceted, activist-driven initiative, the black album.

Photo Flash: Tony Goldwyn, Joe Morton, Tracie Thoms and More Headline IN THEIR OWN WORDS

by Julie Musbach — April 3, 2019

Former Scandal co-stars Tony Goldwyn and Joe Morton reunited at New World Stages in New York City last night for a special performance of IN THEIR OWN WORDS, Opening Act's 13th Annual Play Reading event.

MOBE Adds Powerful Brands to 2018 MOBE Symposium

by Robert Diamond — May 18, 2018

MOBE Adds Powerful Brands to 2018 MOBE Symposium

by Robert Diamond — April 17, 2018

Kitka Tours 'Wintersongs' Around Bay Area this December

by BWW News Desk — October 13, 2017

Powerhouse women's vocal ensemble, Kitka, has announced details for its annual Wintersongs tour and its new holiday music CD release titled Evening Star.

Broadway Vets Jessie Mueller and Michelle Williams Sign on for Lyric Opera's CHICAGO VOICES Gala

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2017

Lyric Opera announced today that Tony Award-winning Broadway star Jessie Mueller and gospel and R&B sensation Michelle Williams will join the line-up of performers slated for the Chicago Voices Gala Concert, a special, one-night-only concert today, February 4, at 7:30pm at Lyric's Civic Opera House.

Broadway Vets Jessie Mueller and Michelle Williams Sign on for Lyric Opera's CHICAGO VOICES Gala

by BWW News Desk — December 15, 2016

Lyric Opera announced today that Tony Award-winning Broadway star Jessie Mueller and gospel and R&B sensation Michelle Williams will join the line-up of performers slated for the Chicago Voices Gala Concert, a special, one-night-only concert on Saturday, February 4, at 7:30pm at Lyric's Civic Opera

BET Networks Announces Sponsors for 2016 BET AWARDS

by Caryn Robbins — June 20, 2016

BET Networks announced today an impressive brand lineup of its partnerships for the 2016 “BET AWARDS,” which includes Coca-Cola, Nissan North America, Inc.