T'Keyah says, "Just in case you haven't heard, I am part of the CJP concert you will not want to miss! I hope you can make." Event: T'Keyah Crystal Keymah in the CJP's "Ella to Mandela" "The Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Concert" What: Concert Start Time: Tomorrow, March 11 at 7:00pm End Time: Tomorrow, March 11 at 9:30pm Where: Auditorium Theater More Info: http://auditoriumtheatre.org/wb/pages/home/performances-events/performances.php?event_id=284

[singlepic id=55 w=320 h=240 float=center] There's something to be said for Oscar(tm) fashions... the competition is usually fiercer than the actual award ceremony! [nggallery id=8] Sisters came out in glamorous and fabulous dresses that were sophisticated, tasteful, and beautifully structured. When it comes to the Oscars(tm), Black actresses seemed to have a more flavorful flair than some of their peers --good or bad. [polldaddy poll=2812384] In 2002, Halle Berry set the standard for dreamy, higher end couture that made all

It was a long and arduous road for comedienne and actress Mo'Nique. Many in Hollywood dismissed her as a comedic actress in "low-budget" movies that only appealed to a small, niche audience. Even when she won the Golden Globes, the only thing the media could talk about were her unshaven legs --which is not so unusually in the Black community, but apparently it's close to patricide in other communities. [picappgallerysingle id="8198416"] Facebook and Twitter have been all a

(*Any ad that may appear in banners to promote skin lightening is absolutely not endorsed by the International Black Women's Film Festival or it's web-site.) Beautiful Brit singer Leona Lewis was recently featured in British fashion magazine, "Grazia." A wonderfully shot layout featured the season's newest trends in pale pastels, and included a ballet theme. What was the issue? Well, Ms. Lewis is not as well known in the United States, so no one would necessarily remark on

Ben Garant ("Reno 911!" and screenwriter for "A Night at the Museum") will be leading a FREE workshop for veterans at the Writers Guild Foundation in Los Angeles in May 2010. He is encouraging people to come out and support a great cause, and this is your opportunity (vets) to get the advice on the screenwriting craft from one of the best in the business! (Yes, this is for veterans.) [picappgallerysingle id="4433892"] Find out more about dates and

For those who read --or stumble upon-- Essence Magazine, it was hit with a fire storm of letters in response to their February 2010 cover featuring Reggie Bush. Stunningly gorgeous, his presence on the cover backfired with Essence readers. Why? Well, Reggie Bush is among a long list of Black male athletes and celebrities who are currently dating non-Black women and showing them off in as many public venues as possible. Normally, no one would care

Momma’s Hip Hop Kitchen (MHHK) is a multifaceted hip hop event designed to showcase women artists, especially women of color. MHHK serves as a social justice community-organizing platform that educates and empowers women of color on issues that impact their lives, including HIV/AIDS and reproductive justice. Our mission is to create a dynamic interactive exchange and safe space for all women of color to express themselves through their art. Invitation From the Event Organizers: MHHK Volume 3,

For all of you fans of Golden Globe-winning actress and comedienne Mo'Nique, she is scheduled to appear at the Oakland Paramount on (my birthday!) April 3, 2010! [picappgallerysingle id="7635814"] Tickets go on sale February 26, 2010, and everyone's buzzing about buying tickets early because she's a favorite for an Oscar(r) at this year's Academy Awards for her caustic role in the Oscar-nominated film "Precious." Stay tuned as more information comes in! [picappgallerysingle id="7787866"]

T'Keyah Crystal Keymah is best known for her role on the ground-breaking sketch series, "In Living Color," with the Wayans Brothers. She's worked in a number of other television, stage and film roles since then. On February 27, 2010, Ms. Keymah will return to the stage in the role of Mother Shaw in "Crowns," at Florida A & M University. [picappgallerysingle id="6283783" align="center"] The Florida A & M University Essential Theatre and the FAMU Lyceum Series Present Crowns

THIS ARTICLE IS REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM THE AUTHOR, ANDRE DUMAS ----------------- Maidie Norman may not seem too familiar to many- but for those with a keen eye will recognize her as the smart and headstrong maid Elvira from Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? She is another figure that I am thrilled beyond belief of gaining new insight about and hope that you will all gain a new appreciation of an actress who remained quite quiet on