Debbie Allen Videos

Matt Rodrigues, host of NBC's Chicago Today and Matt in the Morning, joined TODAY to share his September watchlist, including the A Different World sequel series and other new releases.

A new trailer has arrived for the sequel to A Different World, with Debbie Allen back in her iconic role as the story shifts to Dwayne and Whitley's daughter.

This fall, Aliya Grace will star as Betty Boop in the North American Tour of BOOP! The Musical, which will officially launch its 50-week tour at Rochester, NY’s West Herr Auditorium Theatre, playing October 3-10.

Keke Palmer sat down with Jennifer Hudson to discuss motherhood, her experience hosting SNL, and the career milestones she considers her biggest wins.

Teyana Taylor appeared on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW, where host Jennifer Hudson suggested the entertainer could be the next Catwoman in a conversation that caught attention online.

Simon Cowell sat down with Jennifer Hudson on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW to share his perspective on what it takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.

Debbie Allen appeared on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW to discuss success, purpose, and legacy in a studio conversation with host Jennifer Hudson.

Check out highlights from the Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth concert in his video, including Bleu's performance of 'Magic To Do', Damani and Darien Van Rensalier tapping to Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk, Savannah Commodore singing 'I Am Changing' and a clip from Allen's acceptance speech.

Hell's Kitchen star Maleah Joi Moon is leading A Different World, a sequel series to the classic sitcom of the same name. Check out a new teaser, offering a first look at the Tony Award winner in character.

August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone is officially a five-time Tony-nominated revival! Directed by Golden Globe Award, four-time Emmy Award winner and recipient of the 2026 Academy Honorary Award, Debbie Allen, the play is led by Taraji P. Henson as 'Bertha Holly' and Cedric 'The Entertainer' as 'Seth Holly.' Watch Highlights of the cast in action here!

The final play of the 2025/26 season opened just last week! August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone, directed by Debbie Allen, officially arrived on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Watch in this video as the full company walks the red carpet on opening night!

Taraji P. Henson is making her Broadway debut in Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, a new production of the August Wilson play helmed by renowned director and performer Debbie Allen. Watch her discuss the show and her relationship with Allen on TODAY.

In just a matter of weeks, August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone officially returns to Broadway when it opens at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on April 25. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric “The Entertainer” took their first bows on Broadway in August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone at the Barrymore Theatre. The Debbie Allen-directed production is now in previews. Watch the video!

Entertainment icon Debbie Allen, who is directing the forthcoming Broadway revival of Joe Turner's Come and Gone, recently visited Sherri to talk about her wide-spanning career. During the conversation, she previewed the new Broadway production and the August Wilson play shared how it came together. Watch the interview now.

The HBO Original two-part documentary Seen & Heard: The History Of Black Television will debut on Tuesday, September 9 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO.. Watch a trailer for the film here.

This year's honorees include Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah, and Dionne Warwick. Watch videos of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ariana DeBose, Tituss Burgess, Dove Cameron, Marc Shaiman, Cynthia Erivo, Christine Baranski, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Gladys Knight now!