Theatre

“DARK NOON” 4 min read

• Musical
• Theater Review

“DARK NOON”

Perri Gaffney 1 year ago

DARK NOON is a play staged by Danish Director Tue Biering and choreographed by South Africa’s Nhlanhla Mahlangu. Together, they reimagine the birth of the... Read More

The Katherine Dunham Dance Consequences 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Dance
• Film
• Theatre

The Katherine Dunham Dance Consequences

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

  Katherine Dunham was African-American dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the world of dance in the 20th century. Born on June 22... Read More

North American African-American Theatre Companies 5 min read

• African-American history
• Theatre

North American African-American Theatre Companies

Perri Gaffney 2 years ago 5

Discover a wide variety of African-American theatres nationwide from A like Atlanta to Z like Zanesfield. ...... Read More

Trailblazer Obie and AUDELCO winner Frances Helen Foster 2 min read

• African-American history
• Film
• Media
• Theatre

Trailblazer Obie and AUDELCO winner Frances Helen Foster

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Frances Helen Foster (née Brown) was groundbreaking figure in the world of theater known for her innovative approach to stage directing and her commitment to... Read More

Ronnie Dyson: A Tapestry of Gospel, Soul, and Theater 2 min read

• African-American history
• Gospel
• Religion
• Rhythm & Blues
• Theatre

Ronnie Dyson: A Tapestry of Gospel, Soul, and Theater

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Throughout history there have been many talented individuals who have graced the stage and left a lasting impact on the world of music, film and... Read More

Bon anniversaire! Charismatic Josephine Baker 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Dance
• Theatre

Bon anniversaire! Charismatic Josephine Baker

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Josephine Baker, née McDonald on June 3, 1906, was a groundbreaking performer and activist who made lasting impact on the entertainment industry and the fight... Read More

Saluting Multifaceted Artist Charles Weldon 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Theatre

Saluting Multifaceted Artist Charles Weldon

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Charles Weldon was a multifaceted artist who as actor, director and songwriter made significant contributions to the world of theater. Throughout his career, Weldon acted... Read More

Birthday Greetings “Blazing Saddles” Cleavon Little 2 min read

• African-American history
• Film
• Musical

Birthday Greetings “Blazing Saddles” Cleavon Little

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Cleavon Little was an iconic African American actor who made significant impact on the world of film and theater. Born on June 1, 1939 in... Read More