All posts tagged "african-american"
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‘The Voice’s’ J.Paul: Out, Proud, and Singing Soprano
The musical journey of local singer J.Paul, who wowed "The Voice's" judges with his high vocal register, is just beginning.
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Trayvon Martin’s Memory Infuses Black History Month
On Februrary 5, Trayvon Martin should have celebrated his 29th birthday. It's a crime he's not here.
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The Abundant Joys of Atlas Intersections
The 15th annual Intersections Festival, currently underway at the Atlas, is shaping up to be the biggest yet.
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House of Garcon Serves Legendary Realness
The House of Garçon is celebrating 15 years with a massive, day-into-night ballroom competition at Echostage
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DC Black Pride Returns In Full Force for 2023
For its 32nd anniversary, DC Black Pride creates a space for the Black LGBTQ community to convene, celebrate, and commemorate.
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Editor’s Pick: Black Girls Rock!Fest 2023
The Kennedy Center's BGR!FEST celebrates Black women's creative contributions to the world this weekend.
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David Johns: DeSantis is Offering a Master Class in White Nationalism
Gov. Ronald DeSantis is offering a master class in White Nationalism.
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Editor’s Pick: DIW’s ‘The Spirit of Kwanzaa’
Howard U plays host to this year's Dance Institute of Washington show, organized around the theme "Celebrating Life and Harmony."
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Comedian Sampson McCormick Continues to Break Ground
Sampson McCormick revels in his summer renaissance with two films and a standup run at D.C.'s The Comedy Loft.
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“American Prophet” Review: Prophets and Losses
A stirring biography embedded in a staid musical, Arena's "American Prophet" brings the fire of Frederick Douglass.
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Editor’s Pick: Reframing The Narrative at the Kennedy Center
Reframing The Narrative is a week-long dance programming series that celebrates Black dance companies and their artists.
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Baltimore Son: An Interview with Playwright R. Eric Thomas
Eric Thomas does Charm City proud with 'Crying on Television,' a hilarious new play at Everyman Theatre.
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Editor’s Pick: DC Black Pride LGBTQ+ Theater Showcase
Now in its 30th year, the DC Black Pride LGBTQ+ Theater Showcase is treasure trove of short plays, all written by the gifted Alan Sharpe.
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LGBTQ students are under attack. GLSEN’s Melanie Willingham-Jaggers is ready to fight back.
Melanie Willingham-Jaggers is taking the reins of LGBTQ advocacy organization GLSEN in the midst of rising bigotry in schools nationwide.
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ACT’s Alan Sharpe readies the 29th Annual DC Black Pride Showcase this weekend
The 2021 Annual DC Black Pride Showcase kicks off May 30 with five short plays, adding more throughout the week
