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Your Source for Black Theater and Entertainment News
Black Masks is a long-established Black theater and Black entertainment magazine. Created in 1984, this publication on Black theater and entertainment has gained the support of both Black theater and other Black entertainment organizations as well as Black theater and Black entertainment enthusiasts. The founder and publishing editor is playwright Beth Turner.
In its twenty-fourth year of publication, Black Masks has subscribers in Europe, Africa and the Caribbean as well as throughout the United States. Published bi-monthly, six times a year, Black Masks features profiles of Black performing artists and Black arts groups, and overviews of important Black theater and entertainment issues. Each edition also carries comprehensive listings of current U.S. Black theater and entertainment events, conferences, lectures, contests and grants and occasionally also international listings. The articles in Black Masks are based on original interviews and research about the Black theater and the other Black performing, literary and visual arts.
Aug/Sept 2009
True to His Vision: Kenny Leon's Groundbreaking Journey
Kenny Leon spent a year in law school, but inspired by other Black Atlantans, he came back to pursue his dream of a career in theatre. He now ranks among the top theatre artistic directors in the country.
Jun/Jul 2009
Voza Rivers: Harlem's Arts and Culture Magnate
Learning invaluable lessons from his apprenticeship with Roger Furman and the New Heritage Theatre, Voza Rivers blossomed from a bashful youth to a savvy cultural entrepreneur and compassionate arts advocate.
Mar/Apr 2009
The Inimitable Lynda Gravatt: Consummate Actor, Director, and Teacher
Veteran actor Lynda Gravatt brings high standards of professionalism to all aspects of her life and career. She also brings a captivating sense of humor and a deep joy in her craft.
