Ryan Jamaal Swain Headshot

Ryan Jamaal Swain News

Get Ryan Jamaal Swain Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN Announces Casting; Forrest McClendon and More
by Julie Musbach - Aug 7, 2019


Today, producers Brian Moreland and Ron Simons announced casting for the world premiere of Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, and choreographed by Millicent Marie Johnnie in a co-production with Syracuse Stage and Baltimore Center Stage.

Photo Coverage: RINSE AND REPEAT Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 1, 2019


Rinse, Repeat, a new play written by Domenica Feraud (Betafish) and directed by Kate Hopkins (The Pool Skimmer) celebrated its opening night this week at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center.

VIDEO: Patti LuPone, Billy Porter, and More Sing on Latest Episode of POSE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2019


On last night's episode of Pose, Patti LuPone was featured as a guest star. The Broadway legend was seen singing 'I'm Still Here' from Follies in the musical episode titled, 'Love's in Need of Love Today.'

Apollo Theater Announces 2019 Fall/Winter Season
by Julie Musbach - Jul 22, 2019


The Apollo Theater today announced details of its 2019 fall season, featuring myriad music, dance, and theater performances and film screenings that expand the nonprofit theater's role as a partner, commissioner, and co-producer of programming that articulates African American narratives.

FX Renews POSE for Season Three
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 18, 2019


FX's award-winning and groundbreaking drama series Pose has received a third season order following news that its second season premiere telecast was the series' most-watched episode, it was announced today by John Landgraf, Chairman, FX Networks and FX Productions.

2019 Ailey Spirit Gala Benefit Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of The Ailey School Raises Over $1 Million
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019


Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2019 Lincoln Center engagement continued last night with the star-studded Ailey Spirit Gala. The centerpiece of Ailey's engagement celebrated the 50th Anniversary of The Ailey School, the official school of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and a springboard for many notable artists - including more than 70% of the Company's dancers.

VIDEO: Billy Porter Helps Stephen Colbert Enhance His Look
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 13, 2019


Billy Poter was a guest on Wednesday night's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to talk about the second season of Pose on FX. While there, Porter talked about his iconic red carpet looks, and even helped Colbert enhance his own look!

VIDEO: Billy Porter Talks His TONYS Outfit and What's Next for POSE on GMA
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019


Billy Porter was a guest on Monday morning's episode of Good Morning America. During the interview, the hosts talk about Porter's iconic look at the 2019 Tony Awards on Sunday, which was made with the curtain from Kinky Boots! Porter also discusses FX's Pose, the series he stars in, which premiered its second season on June 9.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2019 Five-Day Lincoln Center Engagement Begins June 12
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2019


Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts David H. Koch Theater for a seven-performance engagement from June 12-16. Highlights include the world premiere of Darrell Grand Moultrie's Ounce of Faith on Wednesday, June 12; The Ailey Spirit Gala benefit celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Ailey School on Thursday, June 13; performances celebrating and commemorating Pride Month; and a culminating program on Sunday, June 16 honoring dance legend Carmen de Lavallade.

VIDEO: The Ball Scene Goes Mainstream in the Trailer for Season Two of POSE
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 24, 2019


FX has released the first trailer for the second season of FX's Pose, which highlights transgender life in 1990s New York City.

Brendon Urie, Cast Of POSE and More Honored At 2019 GLSEN Respect Awards
by Tori Hartshorn - May 21, 2019


GLSEN, the leading education organization focused on ensuring safe and inclusive schools for all students, honored Brendon Urie, the cast of POSE, Ace Schwarz, and the Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School, GSA Spectrum, last night, at the annual GLSEN Respect Awards – New York at Cipriani 42nd Street. The event raised $1 million dollars to create safe and LGBTQ inclusive K-12 schools.

VIDEO: Billy Porter Stars in the POSE Season Two Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 16, 2019


FX has released a new teaser for season two of POSE starring Billy Porter. Watch the teaser below!

Alan Cumming, Michael Urie to Attend the Paley Center's LGBTQ+ Television Tribute
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019


The Paley Center for Media today announced that it will honor the LGBTQ+ community, and the television series that broke barriers, shattered stereotypes, and brought audiences together at The Paley Honors: Tribute to LGBTQ+ Achievements in Television on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall. This momentous occasion will take place at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in Midtown Manhattan on May 15, 2019, at 6:30 pm.

Alan Cumming, Michael Urie to Attend the Paley Center's LGBTQ+ Television Tribute
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 1, 2019


The Paley Center for Media today announced that it will honor the LGBTQ+ community, and the television series that broke barriers, shattered stereotypes, and brought audiences together at The Paley Honors: Tribute to LGBTQ+ Achievements in Television on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall. This momentous occasion will take place at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in Midtown Manhattan on May 15, 2019, at 6:30 pm.

FX Announces New Season Two Premiere Date for POSE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 23, 2019


FX has set the premiere date for the second season of the award-winning and groundbreaking drama series Pose from Fox 21 Television Studios and FX Productions, it was announced today by Chuck Saftler, President, Program Strategy and COO, FX Networks. The ten-episode second season of Pose will debut on Tuesday, June 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on FX.

BWW Interview: Donnell E. Smith and TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET at GSP from 4/23 to 5/19
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 16, 2019


The critically acclaimed drama 'Too Heavy for Your Pocket,' winner of the prestigious 2017 LaurentsHatcher Foundation Award, will open at George Street Playhouse on April 23. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Donnell E. Smith who plays Bowzie in the show.

FX Announces POSE Season Two Premiere Date
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 9, 2019


FX has set the premiere date for the second season of the award-winning and groundbreaking drama series Pose from Fox 21 Television Studios and FX Productions, it was announced today by Chuck Saftler, President, Program Strategy and COO, FX Networks. The ten-episode second season of Pose will debut on Sunday, June 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on FX.

Patti LuPone Will Join the Cast of POSE For the Second Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2019


Ryan Murphy has revealed that the one and only Patti LuPone will join the cast of the hit FX series, Pose, according to Deadline.

Photo Coverage: Mary Wilson, Berry Gordy & More Walk the Red Carpet at AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Monroe George - Mar 22, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened last night, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Checkout photos from the red carpet below!

Photo Flash: BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK Celebrates Opening Night
by Julie Musbach - Feb 20, 2019


The Signature Theatre production of By the Way, Meet Vera Stark, by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner and Residency 1 playwright Lynn Nottage and directed by Obie Award-winner Kamilah Forbes, recently celebrated opening night on The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center. Check out photos from the evening below!

      3       

Get Ryan Jamaal Swain Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos