This Friday, many Black Americans will celebrate Juneteenth. I didn't really learn about Juneteenth until I was older and don't remember a time when I truly sat back to reflect on Juneteenth, the celebration of Black American's official emancipation from slavery on June 19, 1865. If there's a year to start celebrating this important date [...]
These are dark days in our United States. The constant barrage of violence in the 24-hour-news-cycle only serves to compound our trauma and grief. For Black America it can be hard to go on with this feeling that we are under attack. It is imperative that we take time for self care, for loving one-another, [...]
For black history month, I thought it would be nice to focus on black theatre (although, really, when do I not?). So for this week's edition of Theatre News/Worldly Wednesday, I've chosen a city a little closer to home: Detroit. Once known for its booming industry and lively arts scene (Motown, anyone?) Detroit has struggled to [...]
Around the World in 80 Plays 