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Friday, June 10, 2022

Judy Garland at 100: A starter guide beyond the Yellow Brick Road by Aisha Harris

From her earliest days at MGM to The Judy Garland Show, the powerhouse entertainer was singular and enduring.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:42PM
Sunday, April 3, 2022

The aftermath of Will Smith's slap illuminates the links of Black Hollywood by Aisha Harris

What does it mean for the elite circle of Black actors, directors and producers in Hollywood when moments like Will Smith's slap at the Oscars happens?

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:06PM
Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Down the ‘Fosse/Verdon’ Rabbit Hole by Aisha Harris

A new FX series recreates the professional and personal relationship between Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Here are some of the onscreen highlights from their careers.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:08AM
Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Critic’s Notebook: ‘Leaving Neverland’ Deepens Shadow Over 2003 Michael Jackson Interview by Aisha Harris

The pop star’s interview with the British journalist Martin Bashir eerily echoes the stories of his “Leaving Neverland” accusers in surprising ways.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:03PM
Monday, March 4, 2019

In ‘After Neverland,’ Oprah Winfrey Processes Michael Jackson Allegations by Aisha Harris

The talk-show host sought to educate and commiserate with her audience during an interview with the Jackson accusers from “Leaving Neverland.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:00PM
Monday, January 28, 2019

‘Rent Live’ Review: How Do You Measure a Show You Were Never Meant to See? by Aisha Harris

Fox’s TV production of the hit musical hardly went off as planned. What to make of this barely live show?

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18AM
Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Kerry Washington Has Something to Fear by Aisha Harris

Returning to Broadway after “Scandal,” the actress takes a role in “American Son” that’s a far cry from Olivia Pope, but that may be closer to who she is.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:18AM
Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Critic’s Notebook: How the New ‘A Star Is Born’ Complicates an Old View of Womanhood by Aisha Harris

The relationship between Ally and Jackson echoes the original and other remakes, while modernizing their dynamic for current sensibilities.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:56AM
Friday, July 20, 2018

Taylor Swift and Jennifer Hudson to Star in ‘Cats’ Movie Adaptation by Aisha Harris

James Corden and Ian McKellen will also be a part of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, directed by Tom Hooper.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:18PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards