Shahadi Wright Joseph News

PODCAST: Carolee Carmello and Christine Dwyer Join Latest Episodes of TAKE A BOW Podcast

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 18, 2021

Eli Tokash and Broadway Podcast Network, have announced this month’s guest on TAKE A BOW.

Lena Hall Joins TAKE A BOW Podcast

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 4, 2021

Eli Tokash, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, has announced this month’s guest on TAKE A BOW.

Jawan M. Jackson, Cody Renard Richard, and more Joined TAKE A BOW Podcast

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 3, 2021

In his first month solo, Host Eli Tokash, dedicated this month to amplifying Black voices and stories bringing on four accomplished guests.

Cody Renard Richard to Join Upcoming Episode of TAKE A BOW Podcast

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 9, 2021

Sydney Lucas and Eli Tokash, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, have announced this month’s guest on TAKE A BOW.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: December 12-13- with James Monroe Iglehart, and More!

by Nicole Rosky — December 12, 2020

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, December 12-13, 2020.

Gabourey Sidibe and Lovie Simone Join the Cast of MCC Theater's SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY

by Stephi Wild — December 7, 2020

MCC Theater has announced that Gabourey Sidibe and Lovie Simone will join the cast of the benefit performance of School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, which begins rehearsals on December 7.

Cynthia Erivo, Amber Riley, and More Will Lead MCC Theater Benefit Performance of SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY

by Stephi Wild — November 23, 2020

MCC Theater has announced today that they will present a benefit performance of the Lucille Lortel and Drama Desk Award winning play School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play written by Burnt Umber Playwright-in-Residence Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Kamilah Forbes (Executive Producer, Apollo Th

Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation Announces RAISING OUR VOICES FOR BLACK YOUTH BENEFIT CONCERT

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 21, 2020

Brooklyn-based Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation, which is celebrating its 19th year, has announced it will premiere its first virtual performance event, RAISING OUR VOICES FOR BLACK YOUTH BENEFIT CONCERT, Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 8 PM.

Bernadette Peters, Victor Garber, Jennifer Holliday and More Join BROADWAY DOES MOTHER'S DAY

by Stephi Wild — May 8, 2020

Additional casting has been announced for Broadway Does Mother's Day, a digital variety show featuring sketches, performances and appearances from Broadway shows and stars.

VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'You Can't Stop the Beat' From HAIRSPRAY!

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 8, 2020

In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the gre

BET Networks, NAACP Image Awards and ABFF Pay Tribute to the African American Community

by Sarah Jae Leiber — February 21, 2020

In back-to-back events, the African American community comes together for a weekend celebrating Black excellence.

Get to Know the Golden Globe Nominees for Best Original Song!

by Kaitlin Milligan — January 3, 2020

On Sunday, January 5, 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards will air live on NBC coast to coast at 8:00 p.

Wake Up With BWW 8/14: BETRAYAL Begins Previews, A CHRISTMAS CAROL and HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Come to Broadway, and More!

by Stephi Wild — August 14, 2019

Today's top stories: Betrayal begins previews, plus Broadway runs announced for A Christmas Carol and How I Learned to Drive!

BWW Interview: THE LION KING's Shahadi Wright Joseph on Broadway Beginnings, Black Girl Magic, and Forging a Future in Film

by Matt Smith — August 13, 2019

'Naaaaaaaaaaants ingonyama bagithi Baba!' No matter who you are or where you're from, it's a sure bet you're familiar with those iconic introductory lines.