Phyllis Yvonne Stickney News

Video: Go Behind the Scenes of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE at The Huntington

by A.A. Cristi — September 4, 2026

Go behind the scenes of Purpose at The Huntington with director Josiah Davis and cast members Ezra Knight, Omari K.

Cast and Creative Team Set for PURPOSE at The Huntington

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 12, 2026

The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of Purpose, a sharp family drama written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Josiah Davis, set to be presented this fall.

Best Free Outdoor Summer Concerts June 15-21 – Juneteenth, Pride Celebrations & More

by Rebecca Kaplan — June 13, 2026

See some of the top outdoor concerts across NYC's five boroughs next week with Pride celebrations, plenty of festive Juneteenth celebrations and more!

Eight Ways to Celebrate Juneenth in NYC Through Music, Comedy and Dance

by Rebecca Kaplan — June 9, 2026

We gathered eight of our top picks for you to celebrate Juneteenth, spanning everything from free outdoor dance parties and children's events to a showcase of NYC’s best all-black improv and sketch teams!

Micaela Diamond, Mary-Louise Parker and More to Star in Vineyard Theatre WORKS IN PROGRESS 2026

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 7, 2026

Initial casting has been revealed for Vineyard Theatre’s upcoming Works in Progress 2026.

The 2026 ST. LOUIS THEATER CIRCLE AWARD NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED - The Rep Leads All Companies with 38 Nods

by James Lindhorst — February 3, 2026

The St.

Critic James Lindhorst's Best of St. Louis Theatre in 2025

by James Lindhorst — December 15, 2025

This past season was the year of the comedy in St.

Review: THE AMEN CORNER at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock

by Theresa Bertram — August 14, 2025

Who knew going to church could be this dramatic? Well, maybe we all had a hunch, but Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock is taking Central Arkansas to church, both literally and figuratively, now through August 24th with The Amen Corner by the legendary James Baldwin.

Video: First Look at THE AMEN CORNER Arkansas Repertory Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — August 8, 2025

Check out first look video of Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s new production of The Amen Corner, written by world-renowned author James Baldwin and directed by Ken-Matt Martin.

THE AMEN CORNER Extends Run At Arkansas Repertory Theatre Through August 24

by A.A. Cristi — August 8, 2025

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will extend The Amen Corner through August 24, 2025, with James Baldwin’s stirring play featuring rotating guest choirs from across Central Arkansas.

Tickets Now on Sale for THE AMEN CORNER at Arkansas Repertory Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 10, 2025

Tickets are now on sale for Arkansas Repertory Theatre's new production of THE AMEN CORNER, written by world-renowned author James Baldwin and directed by Ken-Matt Martin.

Arkansas Rep Reveals Artists and Guest Community Choirs for THE AMEN CORNER

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 2, 2025

Tickets are now on sale for THE AMEN CORNER, written by world-renowned author James Baldwin and the next production in The Rep’s 2025 SummerStage season.

BWW Q&A: Essence Anisa Tyler on CLYDE'S at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis

by Joshua Wright — February 26, 2025

We spoke to Essence Anisa Tyler about St.

Review: Redemption is On the Menu at The Rep's CLYDE'S

by Rob Levy — February 13, 2025

This moving piece of theater, which features an extremely talented ensemble, is an uplifting, and terse story about resilience, community, and the importance of finding joy in the most unexpected places.

Lynn Nottage's CLYDE'S Arrives At The Rep Feb 5 - March 3

by A.A. Cristi — January 13, 2025

The Repertory Theatre of St.

Photos: The Negro Ensemble Company Revives ZOOMAN AND THE SIGN

by A.A. Cristi — May 29, 2024

The Negro Ensemble Company (NEC) produced the world premiere of Charles Fuller’s Obie Award-winning play, “Zooman and the Sign,” 44 years ago at Theater Four on West 55th Street.

Review: CLYDE'S at Arkansas Repertory Theatre

by Theresa Bertram — June 16, 2023

What did our critic think of CLYDE'S at Arkansas Repertory Theatre? Y’all! Never have I ever wanted to hang out with criminals as much as I did while watching CLYDE’S at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre, 601 Main St, in Little Rock, which is being performed now through June 25th.