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In this Episode of The Black Theater, we will uncover topics about the direction of independent music and the things that are on the minds of connoisseur's of good music.

In this Episode of The Black Theater, we will uncover topics about the direction of independent music and the things that are on the minds of connoisseur's of good music.

Good Morning, Tea Timers! Today we will discuss what's going on behind the scenes at iFM Media. iFM Plus is on Roku (Smart Tvs) with NEW movies, tv shows and classes. iFM Magazine is relaunching its all NEW look and design First Quarter 2025 in New York City! DTBA - www.ifmplus.com iFM Nation has all NEW shows this season: THE BLACK THEATER with @illicoldmusic  RIGHT NOW with @ogdolamicct BE THE TREND with @kingcoppo_ RELAX AND RELATE with @relaxandrelateshow  TEA TIME with @iamjusticelane & Guests!    UPCOMING TEA TIME SHOW WE WILL DISCUSS: Maad House / iFM Media Series "Tea Time".  THE ART OF CONSISTENCY   THE ART OF LIVING IN THE MOMENT HEALTHY BOUNDARIES WIRED FOR GREATNESS THE MORNING RITUAL    MODERN PODCASTING LEVEL UP YOUR LEADERSHIP VIRTUAL NETWORKING SUCCESS VIRTUAL SUMMIT SECRETS FREEDOM ONLINE BUSINESS   ZOOM MASTER BLOCKCHAIN SECRETS $10K BLUEPRINT WORK FROM HOME PRODUCTIVITY SUCCESS HABITS    SPONSORED BY: INSPIRED 

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On this Episode of The Black Theater I bring to you The Southern Star named Israel. Hailing from the emerald coast of the panhandle of Florida this gem is a rare cut stone, a lyricist of exquisite quality and clarity that has been hewn from the deepest darkest minds. Journey into the mind of a Creator an Artist a Storyteller as he takes us on a voyage into the moments of creation of some of his great works . Follow on :  FB:Isreal Duenas Mount Instagram: @4real_1210 Snapchat: Isreal1210 SoundCloud: Isreal Mount Twitter: @RealLyfe_1210 

On this Episode of The Black Theater I bring to you Hollywood Bugzy AKA Wild Child. Raised in the streets of Florida and polished in the slums of Michigan, Hollywood is a student of the game and a professor of the streets. the impact and influence he has had in his hoods are evident and can be heard in the music from those eras and areas. A well rounded artist and entertainer Bugzy says his love is for the performance and his performance is second to none. his artistry he says is a passion with words giving substance and emotion to sound . Hollywood Bugzy is an OG of the finest kind a different breed cut from a different cloth that live by laws and rules most wont comprehend. Real Religion Follow on IG dbehollywoodbugzy  SoundCloud @Hollywoodbugzy

Celebration Arts, Sacramento's premier Black theater company, is committed to celebrating diversity and cultivating talent. The organization provides training and opportunities for aspiring performers and playwrights of all skill levels and backgrounds. On this episode, Erinn Anova, the Executive Director of Celebration Arts, shares the organization's rich history, how they're making a difference in the community, and details on how you can see one of their upcoming performances. 

Hailing from the vibrant streets of Kingston, Jamaica, Keen Prodigy is a dynamic force in the world of dancehall. Born and raised in the heart of Jamaica's cultural capital, the prodigy was immersed in the rich rhythms and pulsating beats of the island's music scene from a young age. Growing up surrounded by the sounds of legendary dancehall artists, which ignited a lifelong passion for the genre. From the early days of honing his craft in local dancehall and community events, it was clear that Keen Prodigy possessed a unique energy and raw talent that set him apart. With a distinctive style that fuses traditional dancehall with fresh, contemporary elements, Keen Prodigy has quickly made a name for himself in the industry. His music is a celebration of Jamaican culture, blending infectious rhythms with powerful lyrics that resonate with audiences worldwide. Not just a performer, Keen Prodigy is also a storyteller, using his songs to reflect on life in Kingston, the struggles and triumphs of the Jamaican people, and the universal themes of love, resilience, and joy. His performances are renowned for its high energy, captivating choreography, and an undeniable connection with the crowd. As Keen Prodigy continues to rise, he remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of dancehall music while staying true to his roots. With each new release, he brings a fresh perspective to the genre, honoring the past while paving the way for the future of dancehall.

Reigning from the Holy City Westside of Chicago Illinois deep musical heritage, OG Shake stands out with his gritty form of Hip Hop. Earning acclaim with his latest release"First Litter" Shake uniqely captures the challenges of survival in the mean streets of the west side of Chicago while showcasing his lyrical prowess, to captureears of all ages. His collaborations, most notably "never change" with Chi-Town native Tone Styles, highlight his versatility with fellow artist. OG Shake shines throughout his discography authentically with tales of personal struggles with a hustlers narrative, raw truth of street life with tracks like "Focus" offers a vivid glimpse into his experiences, cementing him not as merely as a rapper, but a modern day gem. OG Shake resonates deeply with his listeners. OG is the heart of BMMG and you will continue to hear great things from him in the future as he raises the to the apex of Chicago Hip Hop.

On this episode of The Black Theater I introduce to you a powerhouse that goes by the name TravioWhat who claims he's not just another rap artist wearing mutiple hats with flair , Travio is the CEO of the widely successful event entertainment service EVENTsible, he is a fashion designer and a international sensation in standup comedy. As Co-Founder of the Hip-Hop Collective "team 2 F's (First Fam) Travio Channels the same no quit attitude that made Jackie Moon a legend in the movie Semi-Pro. His music blends sharp lyricisim with hard hitting beats, creating track that are both authentic and unforgettable. Beyond music, his talents extent to hosting epic events, crafting killer graphics and bringing laughter to audiences around the globe. Travio is a pizza connoisseur and with his love for pizza he created his legendary track Titled "Pizza Party" which has become an anthem for good vibes. Travio's performances takes his audience engagement to the next level commanding any crowd, turning every performance into a full blown piza extravaganza. Travio is on a mission to change the game in every arena he steps into, with a fresh idea and relentless drive he's here to lead, inspire and make his mark one beat at a time one laugh and one slice of pizza .. its party time 

In this Episode of The Black Theater I bring to you A group of Artist Hailing from the Panhandle,The Emerald Coast, Crestview City and Pensacola Florida Ctown & Nard2Hard. Ctown started his career at 19 and even at that time he was known as one of the hardest MCs. Nard2Hard who began as Killa B started his career at 14 his legend is known for killing beats. When the two created the New Skool Classmates, they became one of the most successful indie groups in northwest Florida area. Their style can be described as eastcoast dirtysouth. They built their buzz from years of consistant hard work. They have worked with almost every serious artist/musician in the local area and is still building that foundation. New Skool released their first Albun Titled"Class In SessionVol1" that caught local buzz. Fast forward years later and theyhave accumilated close to one million views collectively on YouTube with hits like "Cut Up" "Tell'em Boyz" "I Mean It" "Pain" and "Reggie" which went viral on YouTube. Their musical influences are commonly shared which include 2Pac, Jadakiss, NAS and NWA to name a few. New Skool Classmates have a healthy Portfolio working with Notable artis like Trouble, Lil Popa, Lil Boosie, Mike Jones, MP, PapaDuck, Lil Wyte, Zaytoven and more. Since then the Group has ammased a musical empire under their brand WAMM (We're A Motivational Movement. 2 recording studios Florida & Georgia Musical Marketing Agency, Video Production & Photography Company, Music Management And Finacial Department as well.  IG - @ctown_86   @nard2hard Follow on all music media platforms and Google New School Classmates.

For decades know as the National Black Theater Festival has a new name as the International Black Theater Festival returning to Winston-Salem for another exciting year of the best of the best in the fields of television, movies and theater for 6 tremendous days of cultural entertainment. All of the exciting details are shared with the Media Director of the IBTF.

On this episode of The Black Theater I present to you a rising Louisiana Soul Singer @LaydeeV. Her Beautifully timeless sound debut on her album Titled "Venting" in 2022. LaydeeV has a heavy resume in Louisiana Independent Music Movement working with the likes of Dee-1, Lil Boosie and Joe Scott just to name a few. LaydeeV recently dropped her new Southern Soul/Blues EP  titled "Good Time" Thats guaranteed to make you dance. Follow This Rising Star On All Digital Platforms and Retailers also LaydeeV@YouTube.

On this Episode of The Black Theater I bring to you a Musician, Producer, Songwriter, Artist Hailing from Baton Rouge Loisiana by the name DJ Kale. Dj Kale Placements and Credits are with heavy named artist in the industry such as Lil Boosie, Flaujae, Fredo Bang, Asian Doll, Dee-1, and many many more. In this Episode we will take a journey into the mind of a mystro of sound rythen and frequency to get inside of the moments of creation with the creators. Follow DJ Kale All Social Media Platforms @onedjkale IG YouTube @onedjkale

On this episode of the Black Theater I bring to you Chicago artist Max Julian, with a diverse musical heritage Max is known for his substance based music. Max musical gift was blessed at birth with his parents being artist themselves, young Max was destined to be a legend in the halls of Chicago HipHop. Max has formulaed an impressive portfolio featuring in showcases nation wide with an exceptional response to his work. Max Julian is a modern day classic bringing the very essence of hiphop to the forefront with his skill and showmanship he displays in the musical arena.

Our guest this week is Ben Rose, a longtime creative force in the Indianapolis arts community who recently was named the inaugural artistic director of the fledgling Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. If you want to think about it as a startup, the theater has a long runway thanks to a campaign that raised $1.5 million dollars. Part of Rose's job as artistic director will be to establish revenue streams that can maintain momentum once that first round of funding runs out Rose has several outside-the-box ideas for supporting the company while serving the careers of company members both on and off stage. They're influenced in part by a varied career that took him to Atlanta and Los Angeles for significant periods of time, as well as his professional experience in several artistic modes, including stage acting, writing, videography, filmmaking and photography. And he has learned to see the world through several lenses due to his unusual upbringing as a mixed-race child from Indianapolis who was adopted by a white family at a very early age and grew up in relatively rural Tipton. In this week's episode of the podcast, Rose discusses how he forged a career in the arts through what he calls fortunate, back-door opportunities and developed his vision for how Indianapolis Black Theatre Company can sustain itself while helping its members find work in other venues. He also delves into the group's first official production which has something to say about taking professional risks in places where you might not have felt welcome in the past. It's a staged reading of a play about a groundbreaking black woman who became the first professional female baseball player as a member of the Indianapolis Clowns in the previously all-male Negro Leagues. The IBJ Podcast is brought to you by Taft.

In this episode we will take a journey through the mind of the creator of the Black Theater Illicold. Chicago born Westside raised artist encompasses 20 plus years of audio composetry with a catalog of timeless classics building an exceptional portfolio to share with all that know his works. This episode of the Black Theater Illicold will be going deep into his creations to shine light at the moments of creation, a testimony to the abstract science of lyrical alchemy.  This episode will also explore the mission of the Black Theater and the purpose the broadcast has for all the indepedent HipHop and R&B artist around the world. Google Illicold and navigate all the sites availble to enjoy the audio creations.

Born Cory DeWayne Robinson January 23 1975, This self produced arsenal of talent has been compared to the stylings of great artists' like Usher, Donell Jones, Ginuwine, Sam Cooke, Terence Trent Darby and Musiq Soul child just to name a few. By the pairing up of urban beats, clever arrangements and smooth but sometimes raspy soulful lyrics, Cory comes with the type of sound that one can only call nothing but absolute genius. Cory first set off to join the ranks of some of the industries tightest urban R&B artist, He was scouted and signed to the Hawaiian based Record label “Homeless Records” from which brought him notable exposure and a number of head nods from labels such as "LaFace Records". With the album “Tell me”  Robinson was seen in various performances including his first national televised competition where he was challenged by American Pop and R&B singer songwriter “Neyo” on MTV's prelude to American Idol called the “The Cut” (then hosted by TLC's Lisa "Left eye" Lopez), while also been chosen to open for artist such as Brian McKnight. Cory's first independent project "The Lady disk" gave us just a taste of the vibe Cory Robinson could bring to the industry. With its cool and sometimes seductive way of story telling, the lyrics seem to jump out of the speakers and into your imagination. 

From Chicago's rich musical heritage comes Artist Tone Styles with his unique blend of soul and contemporary rap. Masterfully showcasing his lyrical prowess highlighting his versatility and dynamisim with other notable artist on several collaborations throughout his discography. Tone Style shines as an exquisite jewel in the facet of musical composition.

This is an exclusive interview with the phenominal work of the Cashcatchernorth recording artist ChoclettP, a true master at his craft we get to take a personal voyage into the mind of a master of cerimonies in the creation phase and explore the emotion of the moments of inspiration 

performing LIVE in Destin Florida @ the lucky's roten apple is baker louisiana recording artist Joe Scott also live interview with the artist for a in depth experiance into to the mind of the creator. 

Support the Echo Offstage Podcast by making a tax-deductible donation to our PayPal!  Or you can sponsor an episode (or a season) of Echo Offstage.See Echo's whole 26th Season with a Subscription!Find out more about Echo Theatre! FB: facebook.com/echotheatredallasX (Twitter): @echodallasInsta: @echotheatredallasKeep up with Guinea on SoulRep's FB, Insta, X, and website! And listen to SoulRep's other co-founders, Tonya Holloway and Anyika McMillan-Herod, on Echo Offstage.Mentioned in the episode:Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual ArtsHoward UniversityDallas Children's TheaterThe Snowy Day, dir. Guinea Bennett-PriceWilliam Jackson HarperTravisvilleZanzi StarDianne TuckerErin Malone Turner  -----------------------------------Echo Offstage is a production of Echo Theatre Dallas, a non-profit theatre dedicated to solely producing work by women+ playwrights.Host: Catherine WhitemanProducer & Podcast Manager: Eric BergEditor & Audio Engineer: Isaac YoungGraphics & Social Media Manager: Hadley ShipleyExecutive Producer: Kateri Cale, Managing & Artistic DirectorTheme Music: Len Barnett with Brent Nance

In this episode, Hayley and Amy chat with playwright and producer Kelley Girod, the founder of The Fire This Time Festival and Director of New Works at the Apollo, about the vital importance of building community, uplifting the visibility of people and stories and voices we have not yet experienced, stepping into discomfort to create sustainable practices in theatre, and more! Click here for a transcript of the episode! Episode Notes Hosts: Hayley Goldenberg and Amy AndrewsGuest: Kelley GirodMusic: Chloe Geller Episode Resources: The Fire This Time Festival The Apollo and the Apollo's Victoria Theater Frigid NYC Parity Productions - This Stretch of Montpelier National Black Theatre Guest Bio: Kelley Nicole Girod (she/her) is a playwright and producer, as well as Director of New Work at the world-famous theater The Apollo. In addition, Kelley continues to serve as Executive Director of OBIE award-winning The Fire This Time Festival, a platform for early-career Black playwrights, which she founded in 2009. Kelley is also an award-winning playwright (Parity Productions Commission, Sundance IDP Grant Recipient, Atlantic Launch New Play Commission, Sheen Center Fellow, Stein and Liberace Fellow, John Golden Fellow ) whose work has been developed/presented at Atlantic Theater Company, Sheen Center for Thought and Culture, The Fire This Time Festival, Harlem 9, Primary Stages, Project Y, Poetic Theater Productions, Classical Theater of Harlem, Frigid NYC, Planet Connections Theater Festival, The Field, Dixon Place, and Stanford University's TAPS Program. She was recently named the recipient of 2023 New York Innovative Theater's prestigious Ellen Steward Award. She was also a 2020 nominee of the prestigious Paul Robeson Award. Kelley has served as a guest lecturer at Yale School for Drama, Stanford University's Theater Department, and Cal State-Fullerton. Kelley has also held the positions of Programming Associate at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture and Producing Director at The Billie Holiday Theater. In addition, Kelley is editor of The Fire This Time Festival's first anthology of plays, published with Bloomsbury UK/Methuen Drama and titled 25 Plays from The Fire This Time Festival, A Decade of Recognition, Resistance, Rebirth and Black Theater. Kelley is a 2008 graduate of Columbia's MFA Playwriting program. Find Kelley Online: The ApolloThe Fire This Time FestivalFacebookLinkedIn Thanks for listening! Who do you want to hear from next on the Women & Theatre Podcast? Nominate someone here. The Women & Theatre Podcast is created and produced by Hayley Goldenberg and Amy Andrews. Please like, comment, subscribe, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and consider making a donation to support our work. Thank you for listening!

Welcome to the second part of one of the most important discussions I've had on the podcast: bringing the experiences and personal stories of Black actors to the discussion table. In this second part, we cover the hard-hitting topics of accessibility and inclusivity in the theater industry. Actors Devin Holloway (AIN'T TOO PROUD), Martina Sykes (THE LION KING), and Christian Thompson (WICKED) all share their stories of being a Black actor in an industry that can be welcoming at times, but also confines actors to certain stereotypes and becomes exclusive to only a few. The trio also shares ways that audience members can give back and support Black theater in their communities. (Note: The views expressed in this episode are solely those of the guests, and may not represent all the views of all the cast/creatives of their respective productions.)

Now, more than ever, Black artists and actors need to be given the credit where and when it's due. The theater industry has come a long way in terms of creating an inclusive environment for all, but there's still plenty of room for improvement. As it is Black History Month, I wanted to bring the thoughts and ideas of extremely talented Black actors to the table and discuss what their experiences have been like thus far. Devin Holloway is currently playing “Richard Street” in the national tour of AIN'T TOO PROUD, Martina Sykes is currently on the road with THE LION KING as “Shenzi”, and Christian Thompson is fresh off the road from WICKED, having made history as one of the very few principal Black actors to have played “Fiyero” in the show's 20-year history. Black actors and artists bring important experiences to the table, as you'll hear in the first part of this two-part special! (NOTE: The views expressed in this episode are solely those of the guests, and may not represent the views of all the cast/creatives of their respective productions.)

In this episode of The Truth in This Art podcast, host Rob Lee interviews Dr. Drew Lichtenberg and LeeAnet Noble, two esteemed professionals from the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. They discuss their careers, contributions to Black theater history, and their groundbreaking productions.

This is a heart warming, enlightening and a very personal conversation with the King of Black Theater on Broadway, WOODIE KING JR! He founded and operated the New Federal Theater in New York City for 51 years until his retirement. The Theater is still going strong. I do thank this giant of a man to allow me to record him for my show. Guests include  Broadway Tony nominated STARLETTE DUPOIS and "TV'S" Love Boat "Issac" TED LANGE.  Sit back and  listen on Podcast to this terrific, historic conversation... you will love it.

Cultural institutions have a profound impact on people's lives and society as a whole. Michelle Ebanks, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Apollo, the nation's largest African American performing arts organization joins Forbes reporter Rosemarie Miller In this insightful conversation to discuss what's ahead for the Apollo, how it is bolstering its approach to engaging with creative talents and how the $80 million capital fundraising campaign is revitalizing the 109-year-old iconic theater.Stay ConnectedForbes newsletters: https://newsletters.editorial.forbes.comForbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbesForbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbesForbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbesMore From Forbes: http://forbes.comForbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hello Family, Shay's story is nothing short of inspiring. From teaching in Compton to managing legendary theater stages across the nation, her journey is remarkable. She's made her mark on iconic shows like 227 and played a pivotal role in establishing the Marla Gibbs Crossroads Arts and Academy Theater.But that's not all – Shay's innovative spirit shines as she shares how she tackled resource constraints in under-funded Black performing arts organizations. Her adaptability during the lockdowns kept Black Theaters including, the Waco Theater Center, thriving.We'll also dive into her experiences at places like St. Louis Black Rep, August Wilson Center, and 651 Arts, which have enriched her perspectives and allowed her to bridge cultural gaps through her global travels and the arts.Shay's insights into the role of art in reconnecting Black Americans with their African heritage are truly eye-opening. We'll also discuss the unique challenges of marketing African stories in the United States and Shay's ongoing efforts to evolve with each generation.Support the showPlease support our Power Partners:Buddha Tea: Rich delicious tea with soothing properties perfect for your self-care experience.www.BuddhaTeas.comVital Body is a nutrient company that has an incredible product called Vital Fruits and Vegetables with amazing ingredients, probiotics, and greens with no added sugar. www.vitalbody.comThey are offering our tribe 20% off when you use the code: OY2N2GLV5AMonica Wisdom offers one-on-one VIP Coaching sessions for women ready to take a journey of self-discovery, leverage their podcast or share their story, Monica customizes her sessions for your challenges and desired solutions. For more info:Visit www.monicawisdomhq.comThank you for supporting our power partners. I appreciate it.

This is the very first episode of The Show About Stuff! The Stephen Davis Show. It is a heart warming, enlightening and a very personal conversation with the King of Black Theater on Broadway, WOODIE KING! He founded and operated the New Federal Theater for 51 year until his retirement two years ago. I am grateful this giant of a man allowed me to have him on the first recording of:                   THE SHOW ABOUT STUFF...THE STEPHEN DAVIS SHOW Sit back and  listen to this terrific, historic conversation with Woodie King, Tony Nominee Starletta Du Pois and Love Boart star Ted Lange...you will love it. Produced, directed and host by Stephen E Davis.

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories. The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorFull credits are available in the show notes and on our website. If you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories.The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorFull credits are available in the show notes and on our website.If you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories. The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorIf you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

Black theater institutions have been instrumental in birthing the careers of some of the world's most talented artists. From Amiri Baraka to Glynn Turman to Esther Rolle to Ntozake Shange, the roaster of playwrights, actors, and theater makers who have benefited from the guidance of these prominent havens are never-ending. And in this episode of the TMA podcast, we are digging in the crates and chatting with three of the most regarded black theater organizations in the world! Find out how the Negro Ensemble Company, National Black Theatre, and the New Federal Theatre came to be, found their unique voices, and are working to preserve their legacies. In episode 4 of The Melanated Archives Podcast, we chat with theater makers: Robert Hooks, Sade Lythcott, Jonathan McCrory, Elizabeth Van Dyke, and Woodie King Jr. This Episode's Guests Include: Negro Ensemble Company: Robert Hooks (Co-Founder): Instagram/Facebook - @RobertHooks; www.necinc.org National Black Theatre: Sade Lythcott (CEO) & Jonathan McCrory (Executive Artistic Director): Instagram - @natblacktheatre; www.nationalblacktheatre.org New Federal Theatre: Woodie King Jr. (Founding Director) & Elizabeth Van Dyke (Producing Artistic Director): Instagram - @newfederaltheatre; newfederaltheatre.com ***Please consider donating to these beloved institutions or any black theater company in your area.*** Theme Music: Funky Suspense - courtesy of Bensound.com Follow Our Show & Our Hosts: TMA Instagram: @themelanatedarchives TMA Website: https://www.themelanatedarchives.com/ Kendra Holloway: Instagram - @kendra2shay Brandon Rachal: Instagram - @brandonrachal_ Support & Show Your Love For The Podcast: Make a small donation to help further our efforts: https://anchor.fm/themelanatedarchives/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themelanatedarchives/support

Host Ben Hoekstra sits down with three guests from Black Arts MKE—Barbara Wanzo, Executive Director of Black Arts MKE; Sheri Williams Panel, Producing Artistic Director of Bronzeville Arts Ensemble and Artistic Associate of Black Arts MKE; and Dimonte Henning, actor and director and Artistic Director of Lights, Camera, Soul—to talk about their work to expand the availability and quality of African American arts and culture. They discuss the importance of narratives that share both struggle and triumph, how they each started doing this work, and the upcoming Milwaukee Black Theater Festival, August 10-14.. To learn more, visit: Black Arts MKEAction Steps: Attend the Milwaukee Black Theater Festival, August 10-14.Engage in your community and go to events you may not have been to before.Bring a friend or family member with you to community events.Bridge the CityWhen you're taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue. Shoutout to our supporters!Music by Casey Masters.