Tag: Glinda
-
Lencia Kebede will make history as the first Black actress to play Elphaba full-time on Broadway, following Brittney Johnson’s groundbreaking role as Glinda.
-
How Brittney Johnson made history as the first Black woman to play Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. From joining the ensemble to becoming Glinda’s standby and finally taking over the role full-time, Johnson’s journey inspires the next generation…
Recent Posts
- How Arthur Chaires Sr. Patrolled Alone for 27 Years, Setting the Standard for Community Policing as Schenectady’s First Black Officer
- Fairfax County Fire Department Honors Natalie Robb, Its First Black Woman Officer Who Rose to Captain
- Howard Simmons, Among the First Black Photographers at the Chicago Sun-Times, Showcases His Iconic Work at Oak Park Public Library
- Derek Lewis Makes History as Largest Black Franchisee of Philly Pretzel Factory, Bringing Iconic Philly Flavors to Central Florida
- Charleston’s First Black Woman Police Captain Tonatte Mitchell Reflects on a Year of Leadership, Mentorship, and Community Impact
