The success of this production rests on the voices of the actresses and what a success it is! Without incredible singers, the ...

Nina Simone wrote 'Mississippi Goddam' in response to the bombing on 6th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama in 1963, channeling her fury and rage.

Akili Ni Mali, an actor and independent recording artist, will perform as Nina Simone in two shows this February, honoring Black History Month.

It’s the start of a new week, and that means a new Featured New Release of the Week – this time from acclaimed British ...

Nina Simone released 'Blackbird' in 1966, her first writing credit, epitomising her relentless exploration of exposing racism in her artistic expression.

Meghan Markle was a close friend to Tyler Perry before the BLKWMN tribute, as he was integral to her and Prince Harry's move ...

Ledisi, a Grammy-winning jazz and soul artist who was born in New Orleans and spent much of her childhood growing up there, ...

Rarely has the Royal Festival Hall seen an encore like this. Perhaps not since Nina Simone herself caused pandemonium on this ...

Held at the Royal Festival Hall on Friday (January 31), Mississippi Goddam: A Celebration Of Nina Simone saw the Nu Civilisation Orchestra honour the life of the legend with special guest singers ...

Simone Biles once revealed that her name was inspired by the late American singer and civil rights activist Nina Simone. The gymnast's name was decided by her grandfather Ronald Biles, who had ...

In a groundbreaking celebration of Black excellence, Tyler Perry has elevated Meghan Markle's journey alongside ...

As the city prepares for Super Bowl Sunday, Local Arts Advocate and Critic Tom Alvarez encourages the community to support the arts by attending performances like "Nina Simone: Four Women" and "Pride ...