In honor of what would have marked her 84th birthday on November 26th, Tina Turner’s enduring legacy takes center stage in a newly released comic book. Crafted by TidalWave Comics, Turner is the latest icon to be recognized within the pages of the comic’s “Tribute” series. Penned by Michael Frizell
Hulu has unveiled the trailer for its upcoming drama series, “Black Cake,” produced by Oprah’s Harpo Films and adapted from Charmaine Wilkerson’s bestselling novel. The series revolves around the startling revelation of a mother’s hidden childhood secrets, which only come to light after her passing. This revelation leaves her children
The National Black Theatre has unveiled its highly anticipated 2023-2024 season, called “Defiance of Our Bloom.” One of the season’s highlights is the groundbreaking world premiere of “(pray),” a co-production with Ars Nova at Greenwich House Off-Broadway. Playwright, director, and choreographer nicHi douglas leads this impactful choreopoem of sound, motion,
Author Zakiya Dalila Harris began her literary journey in New York City’s publishing industry, moving from the role of an editorial assistant to that of an assistant editor. But Harris had ambitions that extended beyond only working with books; she aspired to become a writer herself. Now, at the age
Now streaming on YouTube, “Super CJ: The Animated Series” sheds light on mental health challenges faced by Black children. It’s the first animated series for Black children to tackle mental health, and the imperative series has already accumulated nearly half a million views since its launch. Starring Black superhero Super
This September, Imani Perry will discuss the new posthumous collection of Ntozake Shange’s previously unpublished poems, essays, and plays at New York City’s Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Edited by Perry, “Sing A Black Girl’s Song: The Unpublished Works of Ntozake Shange” features never-before-seen works by the literary
This fall, Ms. Lauryn Hill is gearing up for a momentous 25th-anniversary tour celebrating the achievement of her defining 1990s album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” The tour is set to showcase the reunited The Fugees as co-headliners for the North American segment, featuring standout performances scheduled at the Barclays
During the pandemic, opera singer Peter Brathwaite could no longer perform, so he chose to channel his creativity through the medium of photography by joining Getty’s Museum Challenge. The playful challenge, which thousands participated in, was to recreate your favorite art by using objects found around the house. Brathwaite took
Deadline reports that a new Jean-Michel Basquiat feature documentary is in the works, titled “King Pleasure.” It will center around the life and art of the renowned artist. The film is a collaborative effort by Boardwalk Pictures and Quinn Wilson, the former creative director for Lizzo. Basquiat’s estate has fully
Teyonah Parris (Dear White People, Mad Men, If Beale Street Could Talk) stars in the hit new modern Blaxploitation conspiracy mystery “They Cloned Tyrone” as Yo-Yo, where her signature look and personality makes her unforgettable. From the thigh-high mustard yellow boots to her teal lipstick and leopard pants, Yo-Yo’s strength
