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Lena Horne Theatre Coming To Broadway Next Month

Stage, film and musical icon Lena Horne will officially become the first Black woman to have a Broadway theater named for her when The Nederlander Organization rechristens the Brooks Atkinson Theatre next month and unveils a new marquee. The company, under the leadership of James L. Nederlander, announced the renaming date today. A formal celebration will take place in front of the venue on 47th … Continue reading Lena Horne Theatre Coming To Broadway Next Month

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Broadway Theater To Be Renamed For Icon Lena Horne In Historic First

In a historic first, the Nederlander Organization will rename one of its Broadway theaters to honor the great performer and civil rights activist Lena Horne, the company announced today. The venue, currently the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, will be the first Broadway venue named for a Black woman. The new name – The Lena Horne Theatre – will become official this fall at a renaming ceremony. The venue currently houses the hit … Continue reading Broadway Theater To Be Renamed For Icon Lena Horne In Historic First

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