Entertainment

American Dancers Teach Technique, Confidence in South Africa

A day before the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater begin the South African leg of their international tour, the company's dancers taught a master class in Johannesburg's historic Soweto township early in September.

Apollo Theater to Induct 3 Comedians into Walk of Fame

The Apollo Theater in Harlem inducted comics Richard Pryor, Moms Mabley and Redd Foxx into its walk of fame.

Chicago Bulls to Celebrate 50 Years of Basketball this Season

The Chicago Bulls announced last week plans to commemorate 50 years of the franchise’s existence throughout the upcoming 2015-16 season.

Lionel Richie to Launch Las Vegas Residency Next Year

Lionel Richie is ready to go all night long in Las Vegas.

Englewood Natives’ Performance at Riot Fest Serves a Dual Purpose

Big names such as Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Cypress Hill and De La Soul often overshadow underground and independent acts at Chicago’s Riot Fest. However, two Englewood natives shined right along with the big names this year at the popular festival.

1st African-American Actor to Play Valjean on Broadway Dies

Kyle Jean-Baptiste, the first African-American and youngest person to ever play the role of Jean Valjean in “Les Misérables” on Broadway has died after falling from a fire escape, according to a show spokesman. He was 21.

Hair Process of ‘Going Natural’ Plays Out On Starz Comedy

Teyonah Parris‘ character, Missy, undergoes an emotionallyTeyonah Parris‘ character, Missy, undergoes an emotionally charged transition in the second season of Starz’s “Survivor’s Remorse.” charged transition in the second season of Starz’s “Survivor’s Remorse.”

Judge overturns Terrence Howard Divorce Settlement

A judge overturned Terrence Howard’s divorce settlement with his second wife last Monday, finding the actor was coerced into signing the settlement by her threats to leak private details.

Ballerina Misty Copeland will close Broadway's 'On the Town'

In this June 7, 2015 file photo, Misty Copeland arrives at the 69th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall, in New York. The high-energy revival of “On the Town” will close this summer - but not before the ballerina Copeland makes her Broadway debut in it. Producers said that the show will close after Copeland completes her already-planned stint on Sept. 6. She started Aug. 25 as Miss Turnstiles.

Tequila Tales Brings the Flavor without Limes or Salt

A native of Chicago’s south side believes that adult conversations, like tequila, are best served straight up with no chaser.

“Straight Outta Compton” Reason for Increased Security at some Theater Houses

As movie goers flocked to see the film, “Straight Outta Compton,” a biopic about the pioneering hip-hop group, N.W.A., some of them noticed an increase of security guards and police officers at the theaters.

Terrence Howard in Court to Undo Divorce Agreement

Terrence Howard agreed to a 2012 divorce settlement with his ex-wife after she threatened to leak details about his sex life, his attorney said last week at a hearing on the actor’s efforts to overturn the agreement.

Rapper 50 Cent seeking to lease Connecticut mansion

Rapper 50 Cent, who filed for personal bankruptcy last month, is trying to lease his Connecticut home valued at nearly $8.3 million.

New Jersey Teen, Shanice Williams to star as Dorothy in NBC’s ‘The Wiz Live!’

NBC has found the young woman who will ease on down the yellow brick road. The network last week unveiled newcomer Shanice Williams from New Jersey as its Dorothy for the Dec. 3 live production of “The Wiz Live!”

Mariah Carey to direct and co-star in Christmas TV movie for Hallmark Channel

Mariah Carey is making her directorial debut on the Hallmark Channel. Carey will direct and co-star in "Mariah Carey's Christmas Project," the network announced last week. Production will begin in the fall. The scripted film is slated to air in December as part of its annual "Countdown to Christmas" programming.