The executive director of Invertigo Dance Theatre seeks to unite communities, give inspiration and shape the forefront of the arts in Los Angeles.
Karen’s upcoming project is “Love Stories: Tales of An African Queen.”
The complex story takes a turn for the worst as their traumatic past is confronted.
Here is what was shared on the red carpet at the 73rd annual Tony Awards held in New York City at Radio City Music Hall.
The NAACP Beverly Hills/ Hollywood Branch announced the presenters for the 28th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards on Monday, June 17
After witnessing a murder and turning to the police, Deloris Van Cartier, a nightclub singer is placed under the witness protection program in the most unlikely place, a convent. After some opposition, Mother Superior agrees to allow Deloris into the convent for protection, under the condition she follows the rules. From Deloris Van Cartier to Sister Mary Clarence, she’s now expected to act as a nun, a behavior completely opposite of her usual flash and sass.
“The Niceties” is the latest play at the Geffen Playhouse to tackle race and society.
The school for the performing arts brings a classic musical with a twist to Los Angeles Southwest College.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre (AAADT) celebrates its 60th anniversary with a tour through the U.S., including its biennial return to the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles, Wednesday, April 3 – April 7. According to the AAADT website, the company is recognized by Congress as an American “Cultural Ambassador to the World,” and has performed for over 23 million people in 48 states and in 71 countries on 6 continents, celebrating the African-American cultural experience within the American modern dance tradition. Carman de Lavallade and Alvin Ailey were friends and danced under the tutelage of modern
In terms of film and television, we are living in a time where the brilliance and creativity of Black people seems to be flourishing in this country. With blockbuster films and high television ratings, African-American creatives are making significant impact in Hollywood. However, an often-forgotten black tradition is in theatre arts. Historically, the black theatre community has always, consistently impacted the community; and, very often sparking movements leading to social action and change.
The play is performed, directed, and written by Santiago-Hudson with live music by blues guitarist Chris Thomas King.
Inda’s Craig-Galván’s play tackling media and police brutality will run at the Geffen Playhouse through April 14.
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Featuring West Coast premieres of “Lazurus” and “Kairos” as well the Los Angeles premiere of “The Call”
Olivia Colman Delivers Oscar-Winning Performance in Revisionist Costume Drama