Black Theater Alliance Awards

"Too beautiful for words"... If ever there was a phrase to describe the stage production of The Color Purple , then that is it! But words are all I have to describe I witnessed opening night at L.A.'s Ahmanson Theatre. I didn't just see The Color Purple: The Musical About Love. I experienced it. "There's a sweet, sweet spirit in this place...and I know that's it the presence of the Lord. " As we watched the familiar story of Celie unfold through the amazing talents of Jeannette Bayardelle and equally outstanding cast, it occurred to me how much The Color Purple is a testament ... Read Full Story

Dube village as it is known today harboured a middle class residents of Soweto and these residents built their own houses on plots. The first hostel to accommodate migrant workers evicted from the inner city in 1955 was built at Dube. The following year houses were built in the newly proclaimed townships of Meadowlands and Diepkloof. Dube is famous for producing one of South Africa's finest play writers and Master of the African Stage Drama plays i.e. Mr. Gibson Kente. He was brave and had the guts to tackle, crime, and politics not to mention poverty of the country's sprawling townships under white rule ... Read Full Story

" The play IS the thing " when it comes to measuring great acting talent on stage. Monday night at the NAACP's 18th Annual Theatre Awards, many of Hollywood's dedicated thespians gathered at the Kodak Theater to pay tribute to those that do it best. On the red carpet, I talked with Spirit Award recipient, Vivica A. Fox, award nominee, Malcolm Jamal Warner, and celebrity presenters about the importance of the night and the relevance of theater in their careers. Take a listen: Click NAACP Theatre Awards to visit its website and learn more about the event and how to get involved in the ... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Black Theater Alliance Awards". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story