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Dawn Richard will headline the fourth annual Springfield Pride Parade Weekend, scheduled for June 5 to 7 in downtown Springfield, organizers announced. Richard, who first gained national attention on MTV’s Making the Band and later performed with Danity Kane and Dirty Money, will appear throughout the weekend’s events. She will be featured in a VIP…
A crowd of music and art enthusiasts gathered at The Blueprint University, owned by Kaila Cherie Wright, for a special “Rooted in Rhythm” showcase hosted by the Millennial Maven Creative Foundation on April 18th. The free event featured Pynk Beard, who performed his entire EP, Sugar and Salt, and premiered his new single, “I Lived,”…
Broadway shone brightly as Hollywood’s finest gathered for the grand premiere of Othello, featuring the exceptional, two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington, who plays the lead character. The legendary actor’s return to the theater for this iconic Shakespearean tragedy drew an outpouring of support from industry power players, underscoring his enduring influence in both film…
Global superstar J. Cole and his internationally acclaimed entertainment brand, Dreamville, unveiled today the highly anticipated lineup for Dreamville Festival 2025. Set against the backdrop of Dorothea Dix Park, the outdoor weekend extravaganza is slated for Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6, marking its fifth and final installment. The festival, known for its diverse…
More than 14,000 fans gathered at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City for BlerDCon Thrilla 2025, a celebration of Black nerd culture featuring comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and more. The event embraced diversity, welcoming attendees from all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA fans, people with disabilities and international guests. The highlight came when Janelle Monáe took the stage,…
Comedian Josh Johnson is adding a second performance to his highly anticipated stop at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center as part of The Flowers Tour, organizers announced. Originally scheduled for a single show at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Johnson will now take the stage again at 9:45 p.m. due to overwhelming…
The Eagle Academy Foundation commemorated two decades of empowering young men with a celebratory gala held at the prestigious Ziegler Ballroom in Midtown Manhattan. Hosted actress/comedian Kerry Coddett, the event highlighted the foundation’s commitment to providing educational opportunities and mentorship to underserved communities. Founded in 2004, the Eagle Academy Foundation has established a legacy of…
Kendrick Lamar and SZA are hitting the road for a massive stadium tour across North America and Europe this year, following their highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime performance. The Grand National Tour, presented by Live Nation, pgLang, and Top Dawg Entertainment, will bring the Grammy-winning artists to 13 stadiums in Europe and the United Kingdom…