LaRita S. Smith

City Winery Concert Series Review – Vivian Green

October 16, 2019 LaRita S. Smith 0

For those who are unfamiliar with City Winery, it is a restaurant, bar, and small concert hall that seats up to 300 guests. City Winery is located at 1200 W. Randolph Street in the Fulton […]

The Color Purple Review – The Power of Sisterhood

September 21, 2019 LaRita S. Smith 0

Drury Lane presents the Tony award-winning production of The Color Purple; book by Marsha Norman; music and lyrics by Brenda Russel, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. The show runs now through November 3, 2019. The […]

You Can’t Fake the Funk (A Journey Through Funk Music) Review – Electrifying Performances!

July 31, 2019 LaRita S. Smith 0

The Chicago, Black Ensemble Theater continues it’s 2019 season (Legends and Lessons) with You Can’t Fake the Funk (A Journey Through Funk Music), written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. Once you enter the […]

Elevator Girl Review – Superhero or Villain?

January 24, 2019 LaRita S. Smith 0

Vanguard Arts Collective presents World Premiere of Elevator Girl by Playwright, Donna Hoke and directed by Adrienne Matzen. Elevator Girl runs through January 27, 2019, at the Edge Theater, located 5451 N. Broadway Avenue, Chicago, […]

The Golden Girls: Bea Afraid! – The Halloween Edition Review – Less Than Scary

October 23, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

Hell in a handbag productions presents The Golden Girls: Bea Afraid! – The Halloween Edition was written by artistic director David Cerda and directed by Becca Holloway now thru November 3, 2018, at Stage 773, […]

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill Review – Singing Through the Pain

September 20, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

On September 14, 2018, Congo Square Theatre Company opened up its 2018-2019 season at the ETA Creative Arts Theatre with, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, written by renowned Playwright Lanie Roberton and directed by […]

(NOT) ANOTHER DAY REVIEW – LIFE BEHIND THE SCENES

September 10, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

There is nothing worse than a gnat that you can’t get rid of, so what happens when a writer gets stuck with an actor she can’t fire? Find out what happens behind the scenes as […]

Isiah Thomas Toasts Partnership With Cheurlin Wine For A Worthy Cause – A Night With NBA Legends

May 31, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

Thomas and Cheurlin Family Bring 230-year-old Champagne into U.S. Market, Directing Proceeds to Fund Healthcare, Education for Former Players and Their Families. Known for his business savvy and philanthropic endeavors as much as his storied […]

A New Attitude: In Tribute to Patti LaBelle Review – Over the Rainbow and Beyond!

May 16, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

On Sunday, May 13, 2018, audience members were treated to a lively tribute to Patti LaBelle at the Black Ensemble Theater. Jackie Taylor and the Black Ensemble continue their 2018 Movers and Shakers season with A […]

Celebrating Excellence in Black Entertainment – ABFF Honors Review

February 27, 2018 LaRita S. Smith 0

On Sunday February 25, 2018, ABFF Ventures hosted its annual American Black Film Festival Honors at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. The red carpet was full of rising stars as well as veteran and […]