African American Women

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March 3, 2020

The Best in the West: Bringing Stories of African American Women During the Westward Expansion to the Stage

Bella: An American Tall Tale began as a response to the erasure of African Americans in the history books that turned into a celebration of Black women and people of color in the American West. Read more about this joyful musical and its beginnings.
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February 25, 2020

Musicals Featuring Female Characters of Color

Billie Holiday, Lady Thiang, Diana Morales, Nina Rosario, Effie White. Explore musicals featuring some of the complex and compelling roles created specifically for female actors of color.
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May 8, 2018

A Closer Look: Interview with Playwright Dominique Morisseau

Playwright Dominique Morisseau talks about her path to writing, inspirations and influences.
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September 9, 2016

The Classical Fungus of LES BLANCS: In conversation with Drew Lichtenberg, Dramaturg on National Theatre’s production of LES BLANCS

Lorraine Hansberry considered LES BLANCS to be her most important work; but do you know why? Learn more here.
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