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Langston Hughes

Date of Death: May 22, 1967 (65)

Birth Place: USA

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Rush & Student Ticketing Announced For THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT Workshop at Baruch Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025

Prospect Musicals has announced rush tickets and student pricing for their workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project, a new jazz musical, which begins performances tomorrow, Saturday, June 14th at Baruch Performing Arts Center (55 Lexington Avenue).
Interview: Vincent Gardner on BEST OF THE JLCO at Jazz At Lincoln Center
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 13, 2025

The trombonist shared some of the background on the 6/13 and 6/14 show, a spirited “best of” concert packed with standout selections and crowd favorites which is set to tour the Northeast and Canada after its NYC run ends.
International Literary Properties Hires Kent Nicholson and Jessica Mariani
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

International Literary Properties announced two new appointments to its staff. Kent Nicholson has been named SVP of Global Franchise Management and Jessica Mariani will serve as VP, Business & Legal Affairs.
Passage Theatre Company Reveals 41st Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

Passage Theatre Company has unveiled its 41st mainstage season—titled Season 41: Not Afraid. Opening the season is a daring double-bill presentation of Amiri Baraka’s Dutchman and The Slave.
Cantus Reveals 2025-26 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

 Cantus has announced its 2025-26 season activities, including performances at home in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and on tour throughout the country, along with a new recording release and collaboration with Minnesota Public Radio.
Classic American Tales To Present TALES FROM THE ‘20S IN BLACK AND WHITE
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025

On Thursday, June 5 at 4:00 p.m., Classic American Tales to present “Tales from the ‘20s in Black and White,” for free at The Cape May Public Library, 720 Franklin Street, Cape May, NJ.
ELF, FROZEN, And More Set for The Coterie 2025/2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

The Coterie Theatre has announced its 2025/2026 season which will entertain, engage, and become memorable experiences for all ages of the family. The line-up will expand The Coterie's reach beyond its mainstage into the Kansas City community with unique co-productions with multiple KC organizations.
Julius Thomas III and More to Star in THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT at Prospect Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Prospect Musicals has revealed the complete cast for their upcoming workshop production of The Oscar Micheaux Project, a new jazz musical. See who is starring and learn more!
WORD ON FRONT: A Spoken Word And Music Festival is Coming to Passage Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025

Passage Theatre Company will present its second annual spoken word and music festival, WORD on FRONT: Return to Harlem Renaissance. Learn more and see how to attend.
Intiman Theatre To Host Free Community Choir Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025

Intiman Theatre has announced a free Community Choir Workshop with Sam Towsend, Jr. at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute on Saturday, June 28, 2pm-5pm.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Seeks Support Following NEA Grant Cancellation
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2025

The Classical Theatre of Harlem is among a number of New York cultural institutions that have lost critical federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts due to recent directives from the current administration.
Michael R. Jackson's COMPLICATIONS IN SUE Opera and More Set for Philadelphia Opera 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

Opera Philadelphia has revealed the lineup for its upcoming 2025-2026 Season. February brings the World Premiere of Complications in Sue to the Academy of Music for four performances.
David Geffen School of Drama to Present THE CARLOTTA FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

David Geffen SCHOOL OF DRAMA AT YALE will presentsthe Carlotta Festival, celebrating the work of the School’s graduating playwrights, performed in rotating repertory. Learn more and see how to attend.
Shriver Hall Concert Series Announces 60th Anniversary And 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Shriver Hall Concert Series has announced its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season. For six decades, SHCS has created musical experiences in the intimacy of Shriver Hall.
Chicago Theaters Centering Women's Stories This Women's History Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025

Choices abound for audiences looking to celebrate the stories of women this Women’s History Month on stages all throughout Chicagoland.
ILP Theatrical Acquires Literary Works of Pulitzer Prize Winner Alfred Uhry
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The Theatrical division of International Literary Properties has acquired the literary works of Alfred Uhry. Learn more about Uhry and the acquisition here!
The Boston Public Quartet Presents A RADICAL WELCOME: SOURCE CODE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2025

The Boston Public Quartet (BPQ) will present A Radical Welcome: Source Code, a program celebrating the music of five landmark women composers from the late romantic period to the present, at The Strand Theatre on Thursday, May 22nd at 7:30pm.
International Literary Properties Acquires Ellen Raskin Estate
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

International Literary Properties, the global company that invests in, acquires, and manages literary estates, has acquired Ellen Raskin’s literary estate. Learn more!
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Extended at Court Theatre Through Late March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

Court Theatre will extend Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece, A Raisin in the Sun. Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun is a portrayal of a family’s fight for dignity and the right to dream. Learn more and see how to attend.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Reveals 2025-2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 26th season will be a celebration of the “Soul Of A People.” In its 2025-2026 theatre season, WBTT will offer fan favorites, a drama by playwright/actress Dominique Morisseau, and a brand-new world premiere show. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Langston Hughes written?

Langston Hughes has written 19 shows including Mulatto (Playwright), Street Scene (Lyricist), The Barrier (Bookwriter), Simply Heavenly (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Soul Gone Home (Playwright), Shakespeare in Harlem (Playwright), God's Trombones (Composer), Black Nativity (Bookwriter), Tambourines to Glory (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Jerico-Jim Crow (Bookwriter), The Exception and the Rule/ The Prodigal Son (Playwright), Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill (Lyricist), Little Ham (Source Material), Mule Bone (Lyricist), Rollin' on the T.O.B.A. (Additional Material), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), Here Lies Jenny (Lyricist), LoveMusik (Lyricist), After Midnight (Bookwriter).

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