Labelle was a three member band that originated out of the Blue Belles, a girl group who were a popular vocal group of the 1960s and 1970s. Continue reading
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Category: Black History
5/16/25 O&A NYC DANCE IN MEMORIAM: Ella Thompson Moore- May 31, 1939- May 13, 2025
“On behalf of the Charles Moore Dance Theatre, it is with a broken heart that we announce the passing of Ella Thompson Moore, Artistic Director of the Charles Moore Dance Theatre, Dance Matriarch to many, Queen to all. Ella went to join her beloved husband, Charles Moore on Tuesday May 13, days before her 96th birthday. Arrangements will be posted when finalized. Please keep her son Anthony and grandson Jalen, her dancers and drummers in prayer. Her presence, grace, wit and warmth will be greatly missed. We are eternally grateful for the impact she had in our lives.”- Faye Moore (with permission of the family) Continue reading
5/6/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Met Gala 2025 RECAP – Best Dressed, Viral Memes, Surprise Pregnancy
Rihanna debuts a pregnant tummy. Jodie Turner-Smith, Andre 300, Diana Ross and more stepped out on the red carpet in dramatic, must-see fashion at the Met Gala. Join Brandon Kyle Goodman, Robyn DelMonte and Will Marfuggi as they break down all the viral moments from the Met Gala 2025. Continue reading
4/20/25 O&A NYC EASTER GOSPEL SUNDAY: Daryl Coley- When Sunday Comes
When Sunday Comes performed by Daryl Coley was featured on Donald Lawrence‘s 1995 gospel narrative album Bible Stories (1995). Continue reading
4/14/25 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Dance Theatre of Harlem
By Walter Rutledge
The Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) presented their New York City season April 10th through April 14th at New York City Center. The four-day four-performance season featured works by George Balanchine, William Forsythe, Jodi Gates, and DTH Artistic Director Robert Garland. The evening presented four abstract works in the Contemporary Ballet, Neoclassic and Garland’s own Harem Swag styles. There was a lot of admirable dancing presented but little theatre offered. Continue reading
4/6/25 O& NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Fred Hammond- No Weapon
Gospel artist, bass guitarist, and record producer Fred Hammond released No Weapon on August 20 1996. The song’s universal healing message catapulted it to international acclaim. Continue reading
4/4/25 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: A Conversation With Micah Bullard
By Walter Rutledge
Houston, Texas native Micah Bullard is living his dream. The twenty-six-year-old dancer will perform with the Dance Theatre of Harlem April 10 through April 14 at New York City Center. This New York City season begins his fourth year with the company. Recently O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge and Bullock sat down to discuss the upcoming season, his early training and being an African American male who dances ballet. Continue reading
4/1/25 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: James Baldwin – Pin Drop Speech
James Baldwin’s Pin Drop Speech is a powerful address where he challenges the white dominated discourse and argues that Black people are constrained to places and roles designated by society, calling for a radical shift in how Americans view race and identity. Continue reading
3/26/25 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: MC Lyte – Ruff Neck
Lana Michele Moorer better known by her stage name MC Lyte, is a Hip Hop artist. Considered one of the pioneers of female Hip Hop. Continue reading
3/22/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Muni Long and Tori Kelly Pay Tribute To Mariah Carey
Muni Long and Tori Kelly deliver a beautiful tribute performance to iHeartRadio’s 2025 Icon Award recipient, Mariah Carey, to some of her biggest hit songs. Continue reading
