A major cultural moment is set to take over New York City as Dance Theatre of Harlem joins forces with Gateways Music Festival for a landmark production of Firebird. From April 16 to 19, the stage at New York City Center will host a four-night run that brings together two legacy institutions in a rare…
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NAACP+ Launches “Inside the Industry” Podcast the real truth about breaking into entertainment
The NAACP is expanding its presence in media with the debut of Inside the Industry, a new original podcast designed to give audiences a closer look at how the entertainment world really works. The series is set to premiere April 7, with fresh episodes arriving every Tuesday across major streaming platforms. The podcast aims to…
Susan Credle earns 40-year career honor at Cannes Lions
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced that advertising legend Susan Credle will receive the Lion of St Mark, the festival’s lifetime achievement award. The honor recognizes Credle’s remarkable contributions to the industry over a career that began with an internship at BBDO New York more than 40 years ago. Simon Cook, CEO…
Kersten Stevens Returns Home for powerful one night event tickets now on sale
Stratford-born violinist Kersten Stevens, widely celebrated as the Queen of the Violin, is coming home to Fairfield County for a one-night-only live album recording concert at SHU Community Theatre. The event, set for Sunday, May 17 at 6:00 p.m., will capture Queen of the Violin – LIVE!, Stevens’ highly anticipated sixth album. A Yale University…
New Faces Join The Chi Cast Ahead of Final Season on Paramount+
Paramount+ is expanding the ensemble for the eighth and final season of The Chi, bringing six new recurring characters to the streets of Chicago. Production began in January under 20th Television, setting the stage for a season packed with drama, tension, and life-or-death decisions. The newcomers include 1. Daryl Dunning II, who plays Rafi, a…
Michael Movie Reveals Rare Behind the Scenes Look Ahead of Release Tickets Now on Sale
Anticipation is building rapidly for the upcoming biopic Michael, as newly released behind-the-scenes footage, fresh interviews and the official launch of ticket sales give fans even more reason to pay attention. The announcement that tickets are now available for both early screenings and general release has added a new level of urgency around the film…
Tickets go live for highly anticipated 2026 Orange Blossom Classic
The Orange Blossom Classic is officially back, and anticipation is already building as tickets go on sale for the 2026 edition of the long-standing HBCU football tradition. Following a high-energy kickoff press conference, organizers confirmed that fans can now secure their seats for the event, which is set to take place on Sunday, September 6,…
First all-Black Little League champs finally tell their story ‘One Golden Summer’ documentary premieres April 7 on TBS and OWN
In the summer of 2014, a group of 13 boys from the South Side of Chicago accomplished something no one had done before they became the first all-Black team ever to win the U.S. Little League Championship. Then, months later, their title was taken away over disputed residency boundaries, and the joy of that extraordinary…
33rd New York African Film Festival Unveils Must-See Lineup for May 6–12
Film at Lincoln Center and African Film Festival, Inc. have revealed the complete lineup for the 33rd New York African Film Festival, set to run May 6 through May 12 at Lincoln Center in New York City. The festival will showcase 14 feature films and 25 short films, with many filmmakers attending in person for…
Snowfall spinoff expands cast with major new additions
The upcoming untitled Snowfall spinoff is expanding its cast, adding a group of established actors and rising talent as production continues. The new additions join previously announced series regulars Gail Bean, Isaiah John, Asante Blackk, Peyton Alex Smith and Simmie Sims III. The latest casting news signals a continued investment in building out the world…