I Am So Not Hollywood

03/09/2025

If you are walking in Foggy Bottom/GWU area take a moment to look down at the sidewalk near WholeFoods. These posters have been strategically placed to get your attention.

Homeland Security has joined the National Guard in patrolling the area near Foggy Bottom metro and GWU Hospital. The homeless gentleman in the wheelchair with his dog and would always say “don’t let no one steal your joy” was noticeably absent this morning.

14/08/2025

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🎭 Honoring a Legend 🎶

Mr. Donal Leace was more than a teacher—he was a mentor, musician, and master of the stage who shaped generations at Duke Ellington School of the Arts.

In his memory, is building the Donal Leace Endowment Fund for Theater—a powerful tribute to a man who believed in the power of truth, talent, and storytelling.

Make a donation – funds will help establish the Donal Leace Theatre Endowment and support the purchase of cinema equipment for the school’s Cinematic Arts & Media Production (CAMP) Department.

This fund will uplift future Ellington artists, ensuring Mr. Leace’s legacy lives on through every spotlight, script, and standing ovation. 💫

21/07/2025

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We’re heartbroken to report the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner at the age of 54 from an apparent drowning.

A generation grew up with Warner as Theodore “Theo” Huxtable—the beloved only son of the Huxtable clan on The Cosby Show, which first aired in 1984 when he was just 14 years old. His portrayal helped redefine Black boyhood on screen, offering humor, vulnerability, and depth across eight seasons.

But Warner’s talents extended far beyond the sitcom world. In 2015, he became a Grammy Award winner for Best Traditional R&B Performance, sharing the honor with Robert Glasper Experiment and Lalah Hathaway for the powerful track, Jesus Children.

He was an actor, poet, musician, and storyteller—but above all, a father, partner, and friend. We extend our deepest prayers and love to his family, loved ones, and all those touched by his presence. May he rest in peace.

17/07/2025

🚨CASTING CALL ALERT🚨

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GLOBAL CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT -

A worldwide search begins…

LEGEND OF THE BEAT is a genre-defying stage production told in shadows, beats, and dreams. Created by award-winning producers, choreographers, and creatives, the show weaves fantasy, hip-hop culture, and emotional storytelling into a revolutionary stage experience.

[LOLO] – Lead Role
Female (Must believably play 12–14 years old)
Strong Actor • Mover • Lyricist
Ethnicity: African, Black, Afro-Latinx
Accepting submissions from ALL OVER THE WORLD

WHO IS LOLO?
LOLO is a shy yet determined young African girl from London, visiting New York City for the first time. Raised in foster care, she carries deep emotional wounds—and a desire to belong. Through her journey into a magical Hip-Hop dreamworld, she discovers her power, her rhythm, and her voice.

She is vulnerable. She is fierce. She is every girl searching for purpose—and becoming her own hero.

PERFORMER REQUIREMENTS:
* Deep emotional range and strong acting ability
* Strong movement and rhythm (hip-hop, breaking, freestyle)
* Strong with rhythmic/lyrical dialogue, poetic delivery
* Ability to express internal monologue through performance
* Accents/dialects/multilingual ability is a plus
* Experience in physical or shadow theater a bonus
* Broadway experience a plus
Auditions:
* Phase 1: Virtual Submissions (Now Open)
* Phase 2: Live Callbacks in NYC, Los Angeles, London, and South Africa

SUBMIT NOW:
[email protected]

Include:
* Name, Age, Location
* Recent photo or headshot
* Short intro video (tell us who you are)
* 1-minute performance: monologue or spoken word
* Optional: Dance or freestyle moment (show us your rhythm!)

More info: www.legendofthebeat.com
Follow the journey:

This is not just a role—it’s a movement.
Are YOU the rhythm the world is waiting for?

Use hashtag to join the global search.

02/07/2025

Running into my brother from another actor ( ) in these DC streets today totally made my entire month of July.

Y’all go follow Ryan over on his IG: and support this talented brother.

18/06/2025

Congratulations to all the Nominees!

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🔥🎭 THE DRAMA IS REAL! 🎭🔥

The nominees for Outstanding Drama Series 🏆✨

Cross (Prime Video)
Forever (Netflix)
Godfather of Harlem (MGM+)
Paradise (Hulu)
Reasonable Doubt (Hulu)

Who will take home the this year? 👀🔥

Tune in to watch the winners revealed during the live stream on August 18, 2025 at blackreelawards.com

13/06/2025

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Are you passionate about supporting young women’s journey toward healing and independence? Do you believe in the power of mentorship, shared experiences, and community? HER Resiliency Center is looking for dedicated, empathetic, and motivated team members to join our mission of transforming lives in Baltimore.

💜Skills & Strengths Facilitator
You’ll provide one-on-one guidance, model resilience through your own story, and help young women gain life skills and emotional tools as they navigate adulthood. This is a hands-on role that requires compassion, structure, and flexibility.

💜Professional Development Coach
Coach and mentor young women to build confidence, professional skills, and readiness for the workforce. Through workshops, strategic goal-setting, and personalized support, you’ll help peers discover their career path and thrive in it.

At HER, we walk alongside the women we serve—not above them. We believe in peer-to-peer connection, empowerment through lived experience, and creating a community where every woman can define success on her own terms. Don’t hesitate to apply if it aligns with your values and experience. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

More details and applications form is in stories!

22/05/2025

Join me in supporting new project

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Joe’s lifelong best friend and rodeo partner. Charlie is always ready with though love and a helping hand, pushing Joe to face his biggest challenge yet.

03/04/2025

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15/02/2025

I am proud of my friend

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Did you know that Paul Jackson Jr. has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music? From Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston to The Weeknd and Daft Punk, Paul’s guitar work can be heard on countless hit records.

He’s also a songwriter for the GRAMMY Award-winning ‘Random Access Memories’ by Daft Punk, and he played guitar for ‘Thriller’ by Michael Jackson and ‘Get Lucky’ by Daft Punk! Explore his amazing collaborations and discover the depth of his talent! ”

13/02/2025

I am proud to be apart Black History!

Class of 1981.

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✨ Celebrating Black History Month at Duke Ellington School of the Arts 🎭🎶

“The House that Peggy and Mike Built”

In 1968, two visionaries, Peggy Cooper Cafritz and Mike Malone, co-founded Workshops for Careers in the Arts (WCA), planting the seeds for what would later grow into the Duke Ellington School of the Arts. 🌟

By the early 1970s, the Summer Workshop for Careers in the Arts had become so popular that it expanded into a released-time program, allowing students from across the District to take accredited arts courses.

But they needed more space.

In 1974, after years of determination and advocacy, Peggy Cooper Cafritz transformed the program into a full-fledged arts school, finding a permanent home on R Street in Georgetown—the former Western High School.

That same year, following the passing of the legendary Duke Ellington, the school was named in his honor. 🎷❤️

The founders envisioned more than just a school.

They dreamed of a community where youth from all races, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds could access world-class arts training alongside rigorous academics.

Today, we honor their legacy as we continue to inspire and uplift the next generation of artists.