Samuel L. Jackson News

THE PIANO LESSON Broadway Revival Officially Recoups

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 19, 2024

The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson which concluded its Broadway engagement on January 29, 2023, has officially recouped its investment.

Video: Watch James Pickens Jr. on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

by Michael Major — March 11, 2024

Catch the latest episode of THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW featuring guest star James Pickens Jr.

Aisha Jackson, LaChanze & More to Take Part in 2024 TCG Gala: OUR STORIES

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 8, 2024

Theatre Communications Group has revealed the performers for the 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at The Edison Ballroom.

Jonathan Groff, Jessica Lange, Kandi Burruss & Schele Williams to be Honored at 2024 Drama League Awards

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 21, 2024

The Drama League has revealed the 2024 Special Recognition Honorees of The 90th Annual Drama League Awards.

Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — March 16, 2024

The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.

Eclipse International Announces SHURIKA and DARIYO: PLANET UNIVERSE

by Michael Major — February 19, 2024

SHURIKA is written and directed by Kevin Grevioux (Underworld, I Frankenstein, King of Killers, now in release via Lion’s Gate) and produced by Moshe Diamant, whose many credits include The Protege, starring Michael Keaton, Maggie Q and Samuel L.

Reiko Bradley's Eclipse International to Release SHURIKA & DARIYO: PLANET UNIVERSE

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 19, 2024

Eclipse International announces brand new elevated genre films, SHURIKA and DARIYO: PLANET UNIVERSE, making their World Market Debut in Berlin at EFM.

Photos: Go Inside the Opening of The Hollywood Museum's Black History Month Exhibit THIS JOINT IS JUMPIN

by Blair Ingenthron — February 18, 2024

This week, Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of The Hollywood Museum) joined many personalities, as they honor Black History Month with a new exhibit “THIS JOINT IS JUMPIN” a celebration of Black Entertainers from Film, TV, Theater and Song.

Review: BNS PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS AUGUST WILSON'S 'THE PIANO LESSON' at The Parr Center

by Vickie Evans — February 6, 2024

The Cast Of BNS Productions' adaptation of August Wilson's 'Piano Lesson' was absolutely superb which facilitated the outstanding presentation of an intriguing storyline.

Black Theatre Coalition To Host Inaugural BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala On February 12

by A.A. Cristi — January 30, 2024

Co-founders T.

Review: A SOLDIER'S PLAY at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

by Shanti Kennedy — January 26, 2024

A Soldier’s Play was originally performed off Broadway, opening in November 1981 through January 1983 after 468 performances.

Video: Ariana DeBose & Boy George Team Up For 'Electric Energy' Single

by Michael Major — January 26, 2024

Listen to Ariana DeBose's new single with Boy George and Nile Rodgers, 'Electric Energy.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!

by Michael Major — January 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Adrienne Warren, and Melba Moore Join Talkback Series at PURLIE VICTORIOUS

by Stephi Wild — January 9, 2024

A slew of stars are joining the lineup for 'Victorious Talkbacks' the series of post-show events following performances of the Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by Ossie Davis starring Leslie Odom, Jr.