Arts & Entertainment

'Brooklyn to Benin' features two documentary shorts about the personal journey of two Haitian-American women exploring the historical, cultural and spiritual connections between the African diaspora and Benin Photo: 'African Odyssey: Ancestral Memori

The week-long comprehensive review of the history of contemporary black theater will highlight key historical moments like the Harlem Renaissance and the Black Power Movement taught by veterans of Broadway and film The Billie Holiday Theatre in colla

The Brooklyn Nutcracker transforms the Tchaikovsky classic to represent the diverse traditions and vibrant multicultural history of Brooklyn and brings that extra sparkle with special tech effects Photo credit: Brooklyn Ballet The Brooklyn Ballet ret

ChoreoQuest is an artist-in-residence program that provides choreographers of African descent a platform to create thought-provoking, innovative art reflecting the community RestorationArt announced yesterday the opening of the application process fo

Highlights of the upcoming season include the world premiere of 'Cellular Songs' by NYC artist Meredith Monk, the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of 'King Lear' and the return of beloved festivals such as 'DanceAfrica' and 'Everybooty' Meredit

Nearly a decade since his last tour, the comedic maestro returns to Brooklyn's Barclays Center with his 'Total Blackout Tour' this Saturday Photo credit: Face2Face Africa If you missed Chris Rock's secret taping of his upcoming Netflix special at BAM

Ahmed Mater's exhibit 'Mecca Journeys' portrays the social and political life of Mecca while exploring the effects of extreme urban development through photography, video and art installation Photo credit: Ahmed Mater, Brooklyn Museum A new photo exh

Gather with neighbors under a festive pine tree while enjoying free cookies, hot chocolate and live music

Taking center stage British-born comedian Gina Yashere shares her life's journey at some of the world's best comedy clubs and onscreen Bed Stuy based comedian Gina Yashere is planning a series on her move from London to Brooklyn. Photo: ginayashere.

It was a big night for 'Autumn,' winning AUDELCO awards in major categories including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Director and Best Dramatic Production of the Year Best Actor, Jerome Preston Bates; Best Actress, Pauletta Was