Theater and Movies

Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 11 January 2024

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Just in time for the 40th year anniversary, Prince’s 1984 hit film Purple Rain is being adapted into a Broadway musical, People reports.

Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 07 December 2023

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If there’s one thing Oprah‘s going to do, it’s surprise her fans.

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 09 November 2023

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Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross are getting in the holiday spirit!

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 19 October 2023

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Titled “Spike Lee: Creative Sources,” the exhibition opened on October 7. It offers visitors an intimate glimpse into the sources that have driven Lee’s creative process.

Details: Written by Dwight Brown Film Critic for DwightBrownInk.com and NNPA News Wire; Published: 17 October 2023

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Swindlers stealing land from Black folks is an age-old scam. One worth exposing.

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 17 October 2023

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Black history is being highlighted in some new ways at the Vancouver International Film Festival!

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 12 October 2023

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“A story of love and resilience, “The Color Purple” is a decades-spanning tale of one woman’s journey to independence”

Details: Written by Kathia Woods, NABJ Black News & Views; Published: 12 October 2023

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Under CEO Cameron Bailey, who is Black, the festival continues to show that true diversity comes from allowing artists to tell unique stories that engage and inform moviegoers from around the world.