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Netflix's BLACK RABBIT Adds Academy Award Winner Troy Kotsur, Robin de Jesus, & More

Netflix has announced new additions to the cast of Black Rabbit, the upcoming limited series starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman. Among those joining are Academy Award-winning actor Troy Kotsur, Robin De Jesus, Abbey Lee, and Odessa Young. The series follows the owner of a New York City hotspot (Law) who allows his turbulent brother (Bateman) back into his life and opens the door to escalating dangers that threaten to bring down everything he's built.

BWW Q&A: Robin Herford of THE WOMAN IN BLACK at Herberger Theater Center

Direct from the United Kingdom, with a cast from the West End of London, comes the second longest-running play in the history of British Theatre. Stephen Mallatratt adapts Susan Hill’s 1983 novel into a bone-chilling drama capturing its essence with masterful precision.

VIDEO: Comedian and Actress Robin Thede Discusses HBO's 'A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW' and More

On the Tuesday, April 5 edition of “Tamron Hall,” comedian and actress Robin Thede joins Tamron in-studio to discuss her groundbreaking HBO comedy series “A Black Lady Sketch Show” and its upcoming third season. Thede opens up about her experience as a Black woman in comedy, paving the way for other Black writers and comedians. Later, supermodel Winnie Harlow joins the show to discuss her new skin care line CAY SKIN. Harlow shares how she was inspired to start her own skin care line and how she was able to turn her dreams into reality. 

NJPAC Presents The 90's All Star Dance Concert- Robin S, CeCe Peniston, Black Sheep, Ten City, Lumidee & More

New Jersey Performing Arts Center will welcome The 90's All Star Dance Concert on Friday, October 22, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. All your favorite '90s dance music stars are here to tear it up! Come dance the night away to hip hop, R&B, house, freestyle, dancehall, Latin, and pop.

Christmas Comes Early With Freeform's KICKOFF TO CHRISTMAS

Stay inside and curl up with your favorite movies to get you in a cozy mood with Freeform’s “Kickoff to Christmas” programming event, starting on SUNDAY NOV. 1. 

Guest Blog: Director Robin Herford on STRAY DOGS and THE WOMAN IN BLACK

I had forgotten what an extraordinary experience it is to be working on a brand new script - one that has never been performed. We're two weeks into a three-week rehearsal period, and every day is very different!

HBO Orders A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW From Robin Thede and Issa Rae

HBO has given a series order to A Black Lady Sketch Show, according to Deadline. The half-hour sketch comedy stars creator Robin Thede, who also executive produces alongside Issa Rae.

BWW Review: POULENC'S LA VOIX HUMAINE, King's Place

La Voix Humaine, Poulenc's one act, one soprano opera based on a play by Jean Cocteau, is a visceral, demanding, rewarding evening, ferociously up to date in every sense.

BWW Review: Spectrum Gives Us Colorful Culture in ONCE ON THIS ISLAND

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND is the product of bringing us a part of the African American experience, just as the Spectrum founders intend, and it's worth cultivating.

Pressgang Theatre Brings PRESSGANG STORYTELLING to Fringe 2016 Tonight

During The Fringe Pressgang Theatre (SERVED) is hosting twelve storytelling shows. For each show we pick a theme and invite five artists to tell a true story on that theme. Hosted and curated by Graham Isador (Playwright's unit at Soulpepper, RISK podcast) the events feature performances from the best in Toronto comedy, theatre, and music.

Pressgang Theatre Presents PRESSGANG STORYTELLING at Fringe 2016

During The Fringe Pressgang Theatre (SERVED) is hosting twelve storytelling shows. For each show we pick a theme and invite five artists to tell a true story on that theme. Hosted and curated by Graham Isador (Playwright's unit at Soulpepper, RISK podcast) the events feature performances from the best in Toronto comedy, theatre, and music.

Photo Flash: First Look at Liza Goddard, Robert Powell and Robin McCallum in BLACK COFFEE

As Robert Powell (Jesus of Nazareth, The Detectives) opens a UK wide tour of the official Agatha Christie Theatre Company's 9th production, Black Coffee in Windsor photographed Robert as Poirot alongside co-stars Liza Goddard (as Miss Caroline Amory) and Robin McCallum as Poirot's friend and confidante (Captain Arthur Hastings, OBE). The cast appeared in full costume both outside - underneath the building's iconic blue plaque - and upstairs in the quaint writing room she had specially commissioned as part of the house's refurbishment. Check out photos of the trio in costume below!

Lifeline Theatre Welcomes Four New Ensemble Members

Lifeline Theatre is proud to announce four new members of its artistic ensemble: Heather Currie, Amanda Delheimer Dimond,Amanda Link, and Maren Robinson. Lifeline's ensemble determines the company's artistic programming and provides leadership, support and counsel in the play development process.

ABC News' Trayvon Martin Coverage, Robin Roberts Special Honored by National Association of Black Journalists

ABC News was recognized at the National Association of Black Journalists' Salute to Excellence National Media Awards on Saturday, August 3 with two awards. The following reports were honored:

Authors Amy Sohn, Josh Henkin, Robin Black and Karl Taro Greenfeld Set for NYC's Pen Parentis Literary Salon Today

The Pen Parentis Literary Salons resume after a hurricane-induced hiatus to welcome all avid readers to the private dining room at Wall and Water, the second-floor restaurant in Andaz Wall Street (75 Wall Street) from 7pm - 9:30pm today, December 11th, 2012, for an evening of convivial conversation, readings and book signings by a group of four exciting authors: Robin Black (O.Magazine summer pick), Karl Taro Greenfeld (Triburbia), Josh Henkin (NYTimes/LA Times Notable), and Amy Sohn (NYTimes Bestseller).

Authors Amy Sohn, Josh Henkin, Robin Black and Karl Taro Greenfeld Set for NYC's Pen Parentis Literary Salon, 12/11

The Pen Parentis Literary Salons resume after a hurricane-induced hiatus to welcome all avid readers to the private dining room at Wall and Water, the second-floor restaurant in Andaz Wall Street (75 Wall Street) from 7pm - 9:30pm on Tuesday, December 11th, 2012, for an evening of convivial conversation, readings and book signings by a group of four exciting authors: Robin Black (O.Magazine summer pick), Karl Taro Greenfeld (Triburbia), Josh Henkin (NYTimes/LA Times Notable), and Amy Sohn (NYTimes Bestseller).

Bestselling Author Amy Sohn to Appear at Literary Authorfest at The Andaz Wall Street, 12/11

Pen Parentis celebrates the conclusion of its eighth season of monthly downtown literary salons with an Authorfest at the Andaz Wall Street, 75 Wall (at Water Street, second floor) on Tuesday, December 11th from 7:00pm to 9:30pm.

Pen Parentis' 11/13 Authors Rescheduled for 1/8 Due to Hurricane

Hard-hit by Hurricane Sandy, the Pen Parentis Literary Salons are suspended until Wall and Water, the second-floor restaurant in Andaz Wall Street (75 Wall Street) can reopen. Please note that the Tuesday, November 13th, event is canceled.

Pen Parentis Andaz Salons Announces Fall 2012 Season

Andaz Wall Street and Pen Parentis announce the Pen Parentis Andaz Salon; a gathering of award-winning local authors, visitors to New York City and guests of Andaz Wall Street who meet to read and discuss new work, life and literature. The Pen Parentis Andaz Salon will be held once per month in the Wall & Water private dining room starting on the second Tuesday of September from 7:00pm - 9:00pm and will run on the second Tuesday of every month through December. Admission is complimentary.

Photo Coverage: Stratford's 60th Season Opening Night Gala

The 60th Season of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival opened last night with Much Ado About Nothing, but there was definitely something special happening in this gorgeous town. BWW was on hand for all the festivities, and we are thrilled to bring our readers photos from opening night.