Negro Ensemble Company News

BLACK CREEK RISIN' Staged Reading to Feature Guy Lockard at 59E59

by A.A. Cristi — August 13, 2026

Guy Lockard has joined the cast of a staged reading of BLACK CREEK RISIN' at 59E59 Theaters, with Keith David remaining attached to the production as producer.

BLACK CREEK RISIN' Staged Reading to Be Presented by Negro Ensemble Company

by Stephi Wild — July 27, 2026

The Negro Ensemble Company will present a staged reading of LaDarrion Williams' new Southern drama at 59E59 Theaters, featuring Keith David and Felicia Boswell.

Linda Purl in CRAZY MAMA and More Set For 59E59 Theaters' Summer 2026 Season

by Stephi Wild — April 14, 2026

59E59 Theaters has announced the productions in its Summer 2026 season, featuring a mix of solo performance, comedy, and new plays.

Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP to be Presented at The Warehouse Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 13, 2026

The Mountaintop will be presented at The Warehouse Theatre this spring.

Signature Theatre Reveals Performers and Special Guests For 35th Anniversary Gala

by Stephi Wild — February 23, 2026

Signature Theatre has announced performers and special guests for its 35th Anniversary Gala, set for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Edison Ballroom.

TRU to Present How In The World To Get Noticed: PR Strategies From The NY Festival Scene To The Edinburgh

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 20, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings.

Theater Resources Unlimited to Present 'Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?'

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 16, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited will present an upcoming town hall, Queery: Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?.

Interview: Gregg T. Daniel on JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at A Noise Within

by Shari Barrett — October 12, 2025

August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone introduces us to a group of men and women teetering on the brink as they search for lost family, identity, and purpose in the aftermath of slavery.

A History of Three-Handers on Broadway

by Jennifer Ashley Tepper — October 5, 2025

While a lot has been written about two handers, a term for two-person shows, less has been penned about three-handers.

Caesars Palace Times Square and Wendell Pierce Partner To Support New York's Historic Theatres Of Color

by Stephi Wild — August 6, 2025

Caesars Palace Times Square, in partnership with award-winning actor and producer Wendell Pierce, announced a $10 million investment to launch and sustain the New York Coalition of Legacy Theatres of Color Fund.

Jawan M. Jackson Will Join Norm Lewis in CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN For Final Week

by Stephi Wild — June 17, 2025

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Signature, Keegan, and 1st Stage Lead Wins at 41st Annual Helen Hayes Awards

by Joshua Wright — May 20, 2025

The 41st Helen Hayes Awards took place on May 19, 2025, at The Anthem, honoring excellence in Washington D.

Norm Lewis in CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN Extends Run

by Stephi Wild — May 7, 2025

The new production of Lonne Elder III's play, Ceremonies in Dark Old Men, starring Tony, Emmy and SAG Award nominee Norm Lewis, has extended by six weeks.

Review Roundup: CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN Starring Norm Lewis and More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 29, 2025

The Peccadillo Theater Company, Negro Ensemble Company Inc.

2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List

by Nicole Rosky — April 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Dis