Debbie Allen

Grand Opening of Rhimes Performing Arts Center

April 14, 2022

April 9th brought the illustrious grand opening of the Rhimes Performing Arts Center (RPAC) by the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA). ... read more »

Debbie Allen’s Dance Academy Sponsors 2022 ‘Uplifting Minds II’ National Talent Competition with a Dance Scholarship

January 27, 2022

Debbie Allen’s Dance Academy (DADA) has joined a long list of sponsors offering a prize to the winners of the 2022 “Uplifting Minds II” (ULMII) Entertainment Conference’s national talent competition. DADA is offering the dance category winner 10 classes to the Debbie Allen’s Dance Academy. The “ULMII” competition other categories include singing, songwriting and acting. Performers get 4 minutes to showcase their talents before the “ULMII” industry panelists make their decision. ... read more »

Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera Headline AHF’s 2021 World AIDS Day Concert December 1st in L.A.

November 25, 2021

AHF’s show at L.A. Forum hosted by entertainer Randy Rainbow with performances by stars Hudson, Aguilera and students at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. Sen. Bernie Sanders to be honored with AHF’s Lifetime Achievement Award via video presentation ... read more »

WATCH: Iconic Line in “Fame” performed by Debbie Allen, 2021 Kennedy Center Honoree

July 8, 2021

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Multi-Talented Sensation Debbie Allen joins the list of Kennedy Center Honorees

July 8, 2021

The work of Debbie Allen has reached multiple generations, molding eras and fashions that continuously take on a new form. Allen joins the list of honorees that have been tapped for unprecedented work in their lifetime. ... read more »

PHOTO GALLERY: Cicely Tyson celebration of life

February 4, 2021

Cicely Tyson Gallery Photos ... read more / view gallery »

Award Winning Producer/Director Debbie Allen and Dr. Guy Fisher ‘The Real Godfather of Harlem’ bring his life story to screen in 2021-2022

December 17, 2020

Miss Allen has long believed that his true story could become a symbol of possibility and change. ... read more »

The 15th Annual Taste of Soul Reveals Virtual Concert and Community Food Distribution

October 15, 2020

Despite COVID-19 Taste of Soul is still delivering food and music to the community. ... read more »

Berry Gordy Square Unveiled with Motown Family, Friends, and Fans

November 28, 2019

Legendary music executive Berry Gordy was honored with a square on the corner of Sunset and Argyle, directly under the 6255 Sunset building that once housed his famed Motown Records once it moved from Detroit to Los Angeles. ... read more »

Ryan Gordy Foundation Celebrates 60 Years of Motown

November 14, 2019

The celebration honored Motown music legends, Berry Gordy and Smokey Robinson. ... read more »

Local Reporter to Present Panel on Black Infant Mortality

December 12, 2018

One of the leading causes of infant mortality is prematurity… infants are born too soon and too small ... read more »

Debbie Allen’s “Hot Chocolate Nutcracker” Returns For The Holidays

November 22, 2018

Tisha Campbell, Debbie Allen and others return for the ninth annual performance at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. ... read more »

Debbie Allen was Surprised with Icon Award Presented by Her Grey’s Anatomy Co-Star James Pickens, Jr. at LA Focus’ 20th Annual First Ladies High Tea

September 13, 2018

Lisa Collins’ 21st Annual First Ladies High Tea is always a classy affair! Debbie Allen was surprised when James Pickens, Jr. delivered a touching introduction and presented her with the Icon Award at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. ... read more »

Harris Named Grand Marshal of 33rd Kingdom Day Parade

January 4, 2018

Adrian Dove, President and CEO, Kingdom Day Parade announced that California U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris is the Grand Marshal for the 2018 Annual Kingdom Day Parade. ... read more »

Debbie Allen Dance Academy Inspires in Summer Intensive Concert