The Black Rep Hosted Playwright Paul Webb for ‘Hold On!’ Premiere

The Black Rep Hosted Playwright Paul Webb for ‘Hold On!’ Premiere

By Lynn VenhausIn 1965, the conflict between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Lyndon Johnson regarding voting rights came to a head because of... Details
Powerful Ensemble Refreshes Equality Struggles with Urgency in ‘Hold On!’

Powerful Ensemble Refreshes Equality Struggles with Urgency in ‘Hold On!’

By Lynn Venhaus The movement is a rhythm to usFreedom is like religion to usJustice is juxtapositionin' usJustice for all just ain't specific enough --“Glory”... Details
Brian McKinley New Director of Education at The Black Rep

Brian McKinley New Director of Education at The Black Rep

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company has named Brian McKinley as Director of Education and Community Programs. The actor, educator, and former intern assumes the... Details
The Black Rep and Pulitzer Arts Join Forces for Phoenix Rising Series

The Black Rep and Pulitzer Arts Join Forces for Phoenix Rising Series

Performance Series Featuring Two Weeks of Movement in Conversation with Landscape Presented by the Whitaker Foundation June 15-25 at the Pulitzer Two of St. Louis' top... Details
The Black Rep Presents ‘Eubie!’ Musical May 3-21 at The Edison

The Black Rep Presents ‘Eubie!’ Musical May 3-21 at The Edison

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company continues its 46th Anniversary Season with the musical revue EUBIE!, featuring music from the groundbreaking musician and composer Eubie... Details
The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

By Lynn VenhausStages St. Louis' "In the Heights," a jubilant celebration of culture, community, and connection, won six awards, including Outstanding Musical Production, Music Director,... Details
Morehouse College Glee Club To Appear at The Black Rep GALA

Morehouse College Glee Club To Appear at The Black Rep GALA

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company announces the Morehouse College Glee Club in a special benefit concert Saturday, November 12, 2022, as part of the... Details
The Black Rep’s ‘The African Company Presents Richard III’ Looks Back at a Pivotal Moment in Time

The Black Rep’s ‘The African Company Presents Richard III’ Looks Back at a Pivotal Moment in Time

By Lynn Venhaus Bigotry is an ugly thing to witness, even in the context of 1821. It’s expected, but always unsettling, no matter what period.... Details