With Baraka’s ‘Dutchman,’ American Stage explores Black Arts Movement classic
Erica Sutherlin is making history as the first Black woman director at American Stage and…
Black Arts Now
In ‘Little Satchmo,’ a Sarasota resident shares her story as the secret daughter of Louis Armstrong
Sharon Preston-Folta, daughter of Louis Armstrong, said the jazz icon couldn’t…
‘Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill’ gives a close-up of Billie Holiday’s vocal power and tragedy
The Ebony Repertory Theatre production of ‘Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill’…
City accepting Arts & Culture Grant applications through June 10
To be eligible for the City of St. Petersburg’s Arts and Culture Grants, a…
Scotty Wright brings his jazz quintet to Studio@620 on March 29
A veteran musician for more than 30 years, one can hear the entire spectrum of jazz…
South side’s Salt Creek, environment, gentrification, race on display at USF March 28-31
Artist Saudade Toxosi curated the ‘Take Me To The Water(s)’ exhibit, which…
Tampa Bay Black Art & Film Festival is here!
ST. PETERSBURG — National filmmakers Will Packer and Erica Sutherlin will be…
Young Black duo ponder escaping their joyless street corner in poetic drama ‘Pass Over’ at Studio@620
Erica Sutherlin directs Antoinette Nwandu’s riveting drama “Pass Over,” playing…
Pinellas County African American History Museum presents ‘Living Legends’ exhibit, ‘Jim Crow Era’ talk
Through March 1, the Pinellas County African American History Museum presents “Living…
Jai Hinson’s decades of staying power: ‘The Family Blessing’ plays Dec. 19
This year’s ‘The Family Blessing’ production boasts Grammy Award-winning singer…
Jewelry designer on creative inspiration, success online, and giving back
Tiffany Elizabeth Elliot, Tee Sankey Designs Tiffany Elizabeth Elliott — whose…
10 great things about ‘Soul Train’
‘Soul Train’ aired in syndication from October 2, 1971, to March 27, 2006. In its…
2022 Professional Artist Grant
PINELLAS COUNTY — Each year, Creative Pinellas recognizes up to 10 Pinellas County…
‘King Richard’ wins Miami Film Fest audience award!
The man behind tennis superstars Venus and Serena — ‘King Richard.’ Left to…
The Harder They Fall
Regina King, Idris Elba, and LaKeith Stanfield star in ‘The Harder They Fall.’ BY…
St. Pete-based filmmaker directs ‘Kirk Franklin’s A Gospel Christmas’
St. Pete-based filmmaker, director, and educator Erica Sutherlin makes her directorial…
American Stage’s ‘The Odd Couple’ adds contemporary flair to a hilarious, classic comedy
Michael Burgess (right) and Damon Dennin (left) bring Neil Simon’s ‘The Odd Couple’…
STRAZ Center celebrates influences of the African diaspora in free event
BY NICOLE SLAUGHTER GRAHAM, Staff Writer What would you say if someone told you that…