We're #KCPROUD of The Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas City for being named the recipient of the Paul Robeson Award which "honors those who leverage theatre to go beyond the stage to enact their commitment to the freedom of expression and dedication to the betterment of humankind.

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The Paul Robeson Award honors individuals who leverage theatre to go beyond the stage to enact their commitment to the freedom of expression and conscience, their belief in the artist’s responsibility to society and their dedication to the betterment of humankind. It is the only award jointly administered by the union and the foundation.

The Robeson Award has been given annually since Robeson himself received the first Citation in 1974. The interruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will be remedied this year with the three recipients each officially receiving the award for a different year. Read full press release here.

Actors’ Equity Association presented five recipients with the Kathryn V. Lamkey (“Kathy”) Award during its annual Spirit, A Celebration of Diversity on March 12, 2018, at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, in a ceremony hosted by Sharriese Hamilton. The year’s recipients included Damron Russel Armstrong, Cynthia Levin, Rob Lindley, Doug Peck and Robert Schleifer.

Spirit is a co-production between Equity’s National Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Committee and the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. The Kathy, named for former Central Regional Director Kathryn V. Lamkey, recognizes theatre companies, individuals, producers and organizations that provide ongoing opportunities for underrepresented members in the Central Region.