BLACK THEATRE TROUPE

by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 31, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe will present THE AFRICAN COMPANY PRESENTS RICHARD III, a gripping drama based on actual historic events. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets....

by Herbert Paine - November 07, 2024

While casting practices have evolved to enhance diversity (albeit, too slowly and not enough), the selection of plays remains strikingly homogeneous. We need to focus on what is produced as much as who is cast....

by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 06, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe will present Langston Hughes' celebrated song play, BLACK NATIVITY—a moving, soulful retelling of the Nativity story brought to life through vibrant gospel music, dance, and spoken word. Learn how to purchase...

by Herbert Paine - October 28, 2024

The Black Theatre Troupe's production of THE COLOR PURPLE is a rousing and emotionally powerful show, thanks to a brilliant cast and the keen direction of Karen Davis Jones and the musical direction of Brenda Hankins....

by Suzanne Whitaker - October 29, 2024

Phoenix Arizona’s The Black Theatre Troupe presents THE COLOR PURPLE at Tempe Center for the Arts, which opened to a full house Friday, October 15, 2024. This excellent production runs through November 3, 2024. With matinee shows on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as evening shows on Fridays and Satu...

by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 25, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe will present performances of THE COLOR PURPLE at Tempe Center for the Arts this fall. THE COLOR PURPLE is a soul-stirring musical that chronicles the journey of Celie, a young African American woman in the early 20th century South. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets....

by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 15, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe will kick off its season with THE TRIAL. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...

by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 06, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe has revealed its 2024-25 lineup, marking its 55th season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....

by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2024

Experience the energy of New Orleans jazz with Black Theatre Troupe's latest musical, STORYVILLE. Performances run from March 22 to April 7. ...

by Herbert Paine - February 13, 2024

THE PIANO LESSON is emblematic of August Wilson’s mastery in conveying the challenges of the African-American experience through words and richly drawn characters. Patdro Harris directs The Black Theatre Troupe's production with a keen eye to honoring these essential elements of Wilson’s artistry an...