Naturi Naughton News

A dynamic concert graced the stage of 92NY this past weekend.

Lyrics and Lyricists presents What's Going On?: Songs of Change on March 25, 26 and 27. What's Going On was created and conceived by Warren Adams (Motown: The Musical) and Michael O. Mitchell (MJ: The Musical ) as a theatrical concert exploring the work of Black songwriters and artists whose music is an essential part of the American Songbook and has played an integral role in the country's culture.

Production has just begun in New York, with Michael Ealy (Barbershop, Takers) joining the cast as a new series regular for season four. Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner, until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs.

Amas Musical Theatre will celebrate its 54th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert, presenting the 2023 “Rosie” Award to Honoree Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph. See how to purchase tickets!

Naturi Naughton appeared on LIVE! With Kelly and Ryan to discuss her role in Queens on ABC. Also starring Eve, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy, 'Queens' follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the '90s. Watch former 'Hairspray' star in the new interview now!

“The Bachelorette” grew to 6.5 million Total Viewers after delayed multiplatform viewing. The “Queens” series debut more than tripled its initial average in total viewers. The current Bachelorette is Michelle Young. Queens stars Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy.

Starring Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy, 'Queens' follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the '90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Watch the new performance now!

Brandy covered Miley Cyrus' 'Wrecking Ball' on a new episode of ABC's musical drama “Queens”, which follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the ‘90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Listen to the full cover and watch a clip from the performance now!

Cast members Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez spoke to Good Morning America's Deborah Roberts about their new series, which premiered last night on ABC. Watch the new interview now!

Ahead of the series premiere of “Queens,” watch a new clip from the debut episode. In the clip, Naomi (Brandy Norwood) performs the beautiful ballad “Hear Me.” Watch the clip and find out more about the new series now!

Watch a special clip as the reunited hip-hop group shares the highs and lows from their past on the special. “Queens” follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the ‘90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. 

Queens is a hip-hop-themed drama from Zahir McGhee that stars Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy as four women in their 40s who reunite as their ‘90s group the Nasty Bitches for a chance to recapture their fame.

ABC today announced that “Abbott Elementary,” “Maggie,” “The Wonder Years” and “Queens” have received series orders. Additional information can be found below. 

Brandy Norwood has joined the cast of the ABC drama pilot “Queens.” Previously announced cast members include Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Pepi Sonuga. Brandy will also provide original music for the show.

Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today the series order for 'POWER BOOK IV: FORCE,' which will be the third new series in the expanded 'Power' Universe from creator, writer and executive producer Courtney A. Kemp and executive producer Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson.

The action-packed drama EMPEROR, produced by Sobini Films, was scheduled to be released theatrically on 700 screens on March 27th when cinemas were shut down nationally.    

The first virtual edition of the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), now in its 24th year, will feature a robust slate of speakers including Stacey Abrams, Kenya Barris, Mary J. Blige, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Barry Jenkins, Gabrielle Union and Lena Waithe

Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today released first look tease art for the new STARZ Original series, “Power Book II: Ghost,” announcing its global premiere this September on STARZ and Starzplay.

The Kennedy Center, BONDVISION Media, and BLACK GIRLS ROCK! collaborate to co-produce the second annual BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Festival (BGR!FEST), an immersive multi-day live experience curated to celebrate the cultural contributions of Black women artists, thought leaders, and creatives. The festival, spanning four days, will take place during International Women's Day weekend, March 5-8 across the Kennedy Center campus.

The Kennedy Center, BONDVISION Media, and BLACK GIRLS ROCK! collaborate to co-produce the second annual BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Festival (BGR!FEST), an immersive multi-day live experience curated to celebrate the cultural contributions of Black women artists, thought leaders, and creatives. The festival, spanning four days, will take place during International Women's Day weekend, March 5-8 across the Kennedy Center campus.