Under the leadership of Artistic Director Margo Hall, The New Black Voices Mentorship Program has become central to Lorraine Hansberry Theatre’s mission of uplifting and celebrating Black voices, perspectives, and stories. This innovative program offers vital support, mentorship, and production opportunities for emerging Black female and femme-identifying playwrights, nurturing socially impactful pieces relevant to their communities—from initial idea to the stage.
Your support is crucial to our mission, helping us build a bridge between emerging and established artists and empowering the next generation of Black theatre makers. Invest in this vital work by donating to the New Black Voices Mentorship Program today!
"Working with New Black Voices mentors Lisa B. Thompson, Lisa Marie Rollins, Margo Hall, and other collaborators at LHT has been an absolute blessing. Each individual has served as a guiding light, illuminating my creative path and empowering me to embrace my artistic voice and talents. In this sacred space of Black and Brown bodies, I have found the courage to advocate for myself, to challenge myself creatively, and most importantly, to accept and celebrate the essence of my artistic expression.”
Champagne Hughes
2024 New Black Voices Resident Artist
(NO MORE) ADJUSTMENTS
New Black Voices 2024 Production
In (NO MORE) adjustments, Lorraine Hansberry Theatre brought playwright Champagne Hughes’s powerful vision to life. An artist in transition, Hughes invited audiences into an immersive experience filled with storytelling, therapeutic call-and-response, and ceremonial songs and dance. Based on her real-life journey through personal, artistic, and academic spaces, the production explored the imperfect catharsis of live theater. Audiences witnessed one Black woman’s path from healing to empowerment, unfolding on stage in real time—a testament to the transformative power of theater.
INTERESTED IN APPLYING?
Are you a Black female or femme-identifying artist ready to create or workshop a new piece of theater? The New Black Voices Program offers mentorship, financial and artistic support, and a platform to bring your work to life. Applications for the 2026/27 season are open through March 31, 2025—start yours here:
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