The African Grove Theater:  America's First Commercially Successful Black Theater Company
As early as 1820, African-American William Brown created the African Grove Theater, housed first in a tea garden and then in an old hospital in Manhattan. Said to be America's first black theater company, the African Grove Theater—sometimes also known as the African Company—performed Richard III
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COMMENTARY: These Sisters Want You to Find Your “WOMANISH” | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The immersive exhibit is made up of 15 photo-friendly, very Instagrammable installation rooms that explore the meaning of womanhood from different perspectives and features the work of women artists from all over the world, highlighting an
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Summer of Soul ... film review | Afro
By Dwight Brown, NNPA News Wire Film Critic It was a volatile time. Malcom and Martin had been assassinated in recent years. Civil uprisings and riots had just simmered down. The summer of ’69 was a chance for a much-needed cultural break and reawakening.  That happened in Harlem’s Mt. Morris
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Motown Museum Announces Community Activations for the Month of August | The Michigan Chronicle
Interactive outdoor tours and musical performances offer the community a chance to celebrate the Motown legacy as museum tours are on pause  The birthplace of the Motown Sound is celebrating its legacy in a different way as Motown Museum announces its plans for outdoor activations to connect with
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Aubrey Plaza And Jason Statham Pair Up For Spy Comedy | The Orlando Advocate
Multiple award-winning actress Aubrey Plaza will add another major comedy film role to her résumé with British director Guy Ritchie’s next project, “Five Eyes.” Plaza (“Parks and Recreation,” “Black Bear”) stars opposite action star Jason Statham (“Crank”) in the humorous spy flick, which is
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Lil Nas X is unapologetic about his BET Awards kiss with dancer - DefenderNetwork.com
Lil Nas X has no time for people hating on his already-iconic 2021 BET Awards performance. The 22-year-old took the stage at Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater Sunday night in a gold Egyptian-inspired pharaoh look to perform his hit song “Montero (Call Me by Your Name).” The
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'I Hear You': Michael B. Jordan Apologizes for Cultural Appropriation, Will Rename 'J'Ouvert' Rum Brand - The New York Beacon
Michael B. Jordan may play the lead in Without Remorse, but in real life, he’s issuing an apology. Atlanta Shocks Philadelphia Recently, Jordan received criticism after debuting his new rum brand, named J’Ouvert after the large street party held during Carnival in several Caribbean islands as well
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5 Superhero Stories Coming To Represent The Culture - Blavity
Last week saw the in-person return of San Diego Comic-Con or SDCC. As usual, the convention highlighted a slew of new superhero films that will be hitting the big screen over the next couple of years. Especially notable this year is the fact that a number of these movies will not only star Black
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Snoop Dogg Tops Muggsy Bogues’ Guest Bucket List For His ‘3 League OGs’ Podcast  | Atlanta Daily World
Muggsy Bogues built a career shattering stereotypes. Bogues earned the respect of the entire NBA through his tenacity and no-quit high level of play, while standing only 5-foot-3 inches. To this day, he is the shortest player to ever lace up a pair of sneakers in the league. After enjoying
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Howard University Installs Chadwick Boseman's Name on College of Fine Arts Building - Voice and Viewpoint
The 'Black Panther' star is seen as an 'icon in his own right who has left an immeasurable legacy for the next generation,' the university said. It's official. Howard University has renamed its College of Fine Arts after late actor Chadwick Boseman, who died last year at age 43 following
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Every Black Nominee For 2023 Golden Globes | The Michigan Chronicle
Photo: Getty Images The Golden Globes are back, and a number of Black entertainers have earned nods. On Monday (December 11), the nominees were announced for the 2023 Golden Globes, which is set to air live from the Beverly Hilton on Tuesday, Jan. 10 on NBC and Peacock. The upcoming 80th annual
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Maya Rudolph Becomes Third Black Winner with Consecutive Emmy Wins - BNC
Maya Rudolph scores another win for Black women in media as she becomes the third Black woman in media to win back-to-back Emmy awards.
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First Black-owned television streaming channel debuts | Atlanta Daily World
Polaris, the 100% black-owned television, digital and social media platform, today announced the launch of its first free ad-supported streaming TV channel (FAST), to debut on VIZIO’s SmartCast platform. Created by digital media pioneer and legendary journalist, Rahman J. Dukes, Polaris exists to
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MUSICMAKERS: THIS IS OUR HISTORY | The Crusader Newspaper Group
As African American Music Appreciation Month comes to a close, The HistoryMakers is thrilled to present MusicMakers: This Is Our History. Tune in TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at 6 PM ET / 5 PM CT / 4 PM PT to watch the tribute on our YouTube channel and please subscribe! The MusicMakers hi
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Anika Noni Rose Marries Fellow ‘Power’ Universe Actor Jason Dirden
Actors Jason Dirden and Anika Noni Rose surprised their fans when they announced they'd gotten married...three months ago.
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Actor Clarence Williams III, 81 | Post News Group
Williams was an actor from 1960 to 2018 and was best known for his roles as Linc in “The Mod Squad” (and his signature line, solid) (1968-1973) and Prince’s father in “Purple Rain” in 1984. The post Actor Clarence Williams III, 81 first appeared on Post News Group.
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Bert Belasco From BET's ‘Let’s Stay Together’ Found Dead In Hotel Room
Bert Belasco, who starred in BET's "Let's Stay Together," was discovered dead inside a hotel room in Richmond, Virginia, on Sunday.
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WATCH: Nia Long On Working With The Cast Of You People
In this clip, Nia Long discusses her experience working on set with the cast of ‘You People.’ The post WATCH: Nia Long On Working With The Cast Of You People appeared first on Essence.
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‘Are we on the Air?’ | Afro
By Wendy Saulters Special to the AFRO “Are we on the Air?” asked the 80’s Baltimore Hip Hop Group, Level 4, in their hit song of the same title. If you were a teenager in Baltimore City during the 80’s, you should nostalgically remember the after-school scene—rushing home at 4 p.m. to tune into
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Outdoor Summer Basketball Faces Uncertain Future In The Nation’s Capital – The Omaha Star
Redevelopment plans threaten Washington, D.C.'s, Goodman League The post Outdoor Summer Basketball Faces Uncertain Future In The Nation’s Capital appeared first on Zenger News.
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Will Smith, Martin Lawrence Reteaming for ‘Bad Boys’ Sequel - The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint
By The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are reteaming for a fourth “Bad Boys” movie, in one of Smith's most high-profile new projects since the […]
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Detroit Tigers Host Largest MLB Tribute to Negro Leagues | The Michigan Chronicle
Morehouse College President, Dr. David Thomas throwing out Ceremonial first pitch at Detroit Tiger’s Negro League tribute game. The Detroit Tigers hosted the 18th Annual Negro Leagues Weekend, the longest-running weekend celebration of its kind in Major League Baseball. “This is awesome,” said
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Kelly Khumalo says her 'relationship with alcohol is doomed'
Kelly Khumalo took to social media to say that her relationship with alcohol is doomed and that she is considering quitting for good.
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Zendaya Reportedly Negotiates $1M Per Episode For ‘Euphoria’
Zendaya’s bag just got a little bigger. A film and TV industry outlet is reporting that the 'Euphoria' star is now earning close to $1 million per episode of the hit HBO show.
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Reading With A Rapper Partners with Kids Foot Locker to Provide Music Culture-Based Classrooms for Houston and Atlanta Schools - Houston Forward Times
National recording artists, Bun B and 2 Chainz will serve Houston and Atlanta schools, respectively.… The post Reading With A Rapper Partners with Kids Foot Locker to Provide Music Culture-Based Classrooms for Houston and Atlanta Schools appeared first on Houston Forward Times.
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Twitter Reacts To R. Kelly Verdict | Atlanta Daily World
Photo: Getty Images This afternoon, Robert Sylvester Kelly was convicted of racketeering and violating the Mann Act eight times. As a result, Kelly faces up to 100 years in prison for the various crimes he has been convicted of. Shortly after the verdict was read, several of the attorneys
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The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), The Black Press of America, presents its Virtual NNPA 2021 Annual Leadership Awards | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — This year’s recipients include elected officials, an Olympic champion, and two of America’s foremost physicians. While their career paths may be varied, one cannot underestimate the impact of their shared commitment to creating meaningful and beneficial change in the lives of
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'Shut Up': Meghan McCain Slammed for Blasting Olympian Gwen Berry Over Her Right to Protest the National Anthem
'The View' co-host Meghan McCain didn't appreciate Gwen Berry silently protesting during the Olympic trials recently, calling it a 'national security risk.' Berry, a Black […]
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Popcaan Drops ‘Superior’ Single & Cruise In A Yellow Lamborghini In Ghana
Popcaan drops off a new single before heading to Ghana for a big event. The Unruly Boss is currently in[Read More…] The post Popcaan Drops 'Superior' Single & Cruise In A Yellow Lamborghini In Ghana appeared first on Urban Islandz.
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Corey Hawkins | Representing The Culture - Essence
The post Corey Hawkins | Representing The Culture appeared first on Essence.
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