New York City: Interview with Jonathan McCrory

I caught up with one of New York theatre’s charismatic leaders, National Black Theatre’s AD Jonathan McCrory to discuss how they face a pandemic and support community.

Jonathan McCrory

I caught up with one of New York theatre’s charismatic leaders, National Black Theatre’s AD Jonathan McCrory to discuss how they face a pandemic and support community. This Harlem touchstone founded in 1968 by Dr. Barbara Ann Teer set out to “produce transformational theatrical experiences that enhance African American cultural identity by telling authentic stories of the Black experience.” They’ve produced 300+ original productions and garnered 47 AUDELCOs. (Spoofing a Harlem theatre and calling out a white, male kingmaker, playwright Radha Blank’s film, The 40-Year-Old Version, should be required viewing for us all).

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