BLACK THEATRE TROUPE

by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2024

Experience the energy of New Orleans jazz with Black Theatre Troupe's latest musical, STORYVILLE. Performances run from March 22 to April 7. ...

by Herbert Paine - February 13, 2024

THE PIANO LESSON is emblematic of August Wilson’s mastery in conveying the challenges of the African-American experience through words and richly drawn characters. Patdro Harris directs The Black Theatre Troupe's production with a keen eye to honoring these essential elements of Wilson’s artistry an...

by A.A. Cristi - December 21, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe has announced the upcoming production of August Wilson's critically acclaimed play, THE PIANO LESSON....

by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe presents their annual holiday tradition, 'Black Nativity,' from Dec 8 - 17....

by Herbert Paine - October 31, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe’s production and David Hemphill’s inspired direction lift THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS to grand heights, aloft with emotional impact, a message about the timeless quest for redemption, and the profound ability of gospel music to elevate the human spirit. Runs through November 12th....

by Herbert Paine - September 20, 2023

Under the direction of Walter Belcher, Black Theatre Troupe's rousing production of Ramona King's STEAL AWAY features a spirited ensemble of actresses. A winning allegory about economic justice, wrapped in loads of laughs and feelings, the show runs through October 1st....

by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe opens its 2023-24 season with Ramona King's uproarious comedy, STEAL AWAY....

by Blair Ingenthron - July 24, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe has announced its spectacular 2023-24 season which includes a hilarious comedy, two musicals, an August Wilson masterwork, and the company's annual holiday show. Black Theatre Troupe marks its return to Tempe Center for the Arts with the groundbreaking musical, The Gospel at Col...

by Herbert Paine - March 27, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe's lively and innovative production of RESPECT: THE MUSICAL, directed and choreographed by Patdro Harris, runs through April 9th....

by Stephi Wild - March 15, 2023

Director Samantha Wyer Bello helms the world premiere of Arizona playwright Elaine Romero's Like Heaven produced by The Bridge Initiative in residence at Estrella Mountain Community College....