Entertainment

April 26, 2016 August 28, 2016

Prince (1958-2016): Why Did He Die Alone?

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

What is there to say about Sir Prince that hasn’t already been said? I have focused my listening ear to his music since his…

April 18, 2016 April 18, 2016

The Jungle Book (2016) Review: Fantastical Jungle Story

by Contributor NDIGO

by Okema Gunn The Jungle Book (2016) comes to life, portraying the most current version of Rudyard Kipling’s classic story of an incredible…

March 3, 2016 September 23, 2016

Oscars Aside, Meet Tim Story

by David Smallwood

Oscars Aside, Meet Tim Story: Hollywood’s Billion Dollar Black Director Nothing wrong with bringing home an Oscar…or even just being nominated for one –…

February 19, 2016 August 25, 2016

New President at ABC

by Contributor NDIGO

Formerly ABC executive VP, drama development, movies & miniseries, Channing Dungey is a UCLA grad who began her career in entertainment as a development…

February 17, 2016 August 23, 2016

Bouncy Beyoncé and Panther Thoughts

by Contributor NDIGO

by Lorenzo Clemons I was asked by a good friend, who I respect greatly, to give my opinion about a Black man talking…

February 15, 2016 August 23, 2016

The Black Oscars?

by Contributor NDIGO

by A. Thomas Jeff Friday had no experience in filmmaking. He simply was a movie enthusiast who saw a diversity vacuum in the industry….

February 15, 2016 August 28, 2016

Actor Joseph Paterson

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Heard the one about the black guy born on a slave ship in the early 18th century? He ended his days running a grocery…

February 13, 2016 August 31, 2016

BLACK-ISH

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

We were at the office having a discussion on the new sit com. I realized we were of different generations and had different views….

January 20, 2016 January 20, 2016

The Perfect Match

by Contributor NDIGO

Synopsis: Charlie (Terrence J) is a bachelor who’s convinced that relationships are dead even though his sister (Paula Patton), a therapist, tries to tell…

N’DIGO Studio Podcast

N’DIGO STUDIO

N’DIGO STUDIO is a Chicago centric program and podcast covering topics such as pop culture, politics, authors and trending topics of the day. If you want to hear engaging, sometimes controversial and always authentic discussion around the hot topics of the day tune into the N’DIGO STUDIO Podcast! Join your host Hermene Hartman as she interviews inspiring people and chats about interesting topics from an honest and entertaining perspective.

Discover the surprising journey of the Black Ensemble Theater and how it uses music to attract a diverse audience. But that’s just the beginning. Find out the unexpected strategy they employed to ensure the theater’s sustainability beyond its founders, and the innovative vision that’s shaping the future of this vibrant community. Want to know how they’re creating long-term impact and success? Stay tuned for the fascinating details.

Special guest is Jackie Taylor.

Jackie Taylor, the visionary behind the Black Ensemble Theater, brings a wealth of experience and passion to the theater community. For over 48 years, she has been on a mission to use the arts as a catalyst for societal change, with a particular focus on eradicating racism. Jackie’s unique approach to integrating music into theater productions has not only drawn in a diverse audience but has also contributed to the theater’s long-term sustainability. Through her dedication to empowering young people and the broader community, she has made a lasting impact, reaching over 100,000 individuals through educational outreach programs. Jackie Taylor’s unwavering commitment to fostering inclusive and thriving theater communities has positioned her as a true trailblazer in the industry.

Black ensemble theater is like a seed, a seed that grows into a huge tree, and that tree will live on for many, many centuries. – Jackie Taylor

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