Black Theatre Network

Black Theatre Network Black Theatre Network (BTN) is an organization of artists, scholars, and practitioners of African American theatre.

The Black Theatre Network is an inclusive organization that:
~Provides Black Theatre artists and scholars with a milieu for communicating and exchanging ideas
~Provides a national forum for the examination, discussion and planning of theatre events
~Encourages the production of plays about the Black experience at home and abroad
~Disseminates employment & career development opportunities in theatr

e to its members
~Supports development & production of theatre events at local, regional, and national levels
~Honors & celebrates the pioneers & practitioners who have impacted the American Theatre

08/15/2026

Hello BTN Family! My name is H’arrya Canty H’arrya🤍 (Ah-ree-yuh) You may have seen me at the registration table, received an email from me, connected with me behind the scenes at our conference or have interacted with my graphic designs via our social media pages. Now, I’m excited to officially introduce myself as the Business Manager & Social Media Marketing Manager for Black Theatre Network! 🎭

I wanted to share a little more about who I am, what I do, and what you can expect from me as we continue building, connecting, and celebrating our BTN community!

And of course… welcome to BTNBlast! 💥📣 Your new source for updates, announcements, opportunities, and everything happening within the Black Theatre Network!

I’m so excited to connect with you all in this new way. Here’s to staying connected and keeping the BTN legacy going strong! 💜💛💚

What an unforgettable celebration of 40 years of Black theatre, artistry, advocacy, and community. 🤎✨From inspiring conv...
08/14/2026

What an unforgettable celebration of 40 years of Black theatre, artistry, advocacy, and community. 🤎✨

From inspiring conversations and powerful performances to reconnecting with familiar faces and welcoming new ones into the BTN family, this conference was a beautiful reminder of why our work matters.

Thank you to every artist, educator, student, volunteer, sponsor, and supporter who made this milestone conference one to remember. Here’s to the stories we’ve shared, the relationships we’ve built, and the legacy we’ll continue to create together.

What an incredible celebration of 40 years of Black theatre excellence! 🎉✨The BTN 40th Annual Conference brought togethe...
08/05/2026

What an incredible celebration of 40 years of Black theatre excellence! 🎉✨

The BTN 40th Annual Conference brought together 128 attendees, 29 inspiring speakers, 43 engaging sessions, 319 messages exchanged, and 282 photos and videos shared—a true testament to the connections, conversations, and community that made this year’s conference unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, volunteered, and helped make this milestone celebration one for the history books. Here’s to honoring our legacy and continuing to build the future of Black theatre together!

✨ Own a Piece of BTN History! ✨The celebration may be over, but the legacy lives on. Commemorate 40 years of Black Theat...
08/01/2026

✨ Own a Piece of BTN History! ✨

The celebration may be over, but the legacy lives on. Commemorate 40 years of Black Theatre Network with the official 40th Anniversary Souvenir Program Book—a keepsake filled with memories from this milestone conference.

📖 Only $13 (shipping & handling included!)
📦 Limited copies available—once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Whether you attended the conference or want to celebrate Black theatre history, this program book is the perfect addition to your collection.

🎭 Order yours today through the Google Form or visit blacktheatrenetwork.org.

1 DAY. 🎉Tomorrow, we celebrate 40 incredible years of the Black Theatre Network—40 years of artistry, advocacy, mentorsh...
07/23/2026

1 DAY. 🎉

Tomorrow, we celebrate 40 incredible years of the Black Theatre Network—40 years of artistry, advocacy, mentorship, excellence, and community.

The countdown is almost over, and the celebration is just beginning! Whether you’re joining us for inspiring workshops, unforgettable performances, meaningful connections, or the opportunity to honor the incredible legacy of Black theatre, we can’t wait to welcome you.

This is more than a conference—it’s a celebration of our past, our present, and the future we’re building together.

✨ 1 day until the BTN 40th Annual Conference!
🎭 40 Years. 40 Voices. One Legacy.

Who’s ready to celebrate? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

07/22/2026

🎭 The countdown is almost over, and we couldn’t be more excited!

BTN President Renee Charlow has a special message for our Black Theatre Network family—we can’t wait to welcome you to the 40th Annual Black Theatre Network Conference!

🎟️ There’s still time to register! Visit www.blacktheatrenetwork.org for conference information and registration.

📍We’ll see you in Winston-Salem as we celebrate 40 Years. 40 Voices. One Legacy.

JUST 2 DAYS TO GO!! 🎉🎭The countdown is almost over! In just 2 DAYS, we’ll be celebrating 40 incredible years of the Blac...
07/22/2026

JUST 2 DAYS TO GO!! 🎉🎭

The countdown is almost over! In just 2 DAYS, we’ll be celebrating 40 incredible years of the Black Theatre Network, and we couldn’t be more excited! 💜💛💚

Get ready for inspiring conversations, unforgettable performances, powerful connections, and a weekend dedicated to celebrating the brilliance, legacy, and future of Black theatre.

Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or attending for the very first time, BTN40 is where you want to be!

📍 Winston-Salem, NC
📅 July 24–27, 2026

✨ There’s still time to join us! Register today at www.blacktheatrenetwork.org.

Who’s ready?!

3 Days Until BTN 40🌟 3 DAYS UNTIL WE OPEN OUR DOORS!The anticipation is growing.Soon we’ll celebrate 40 years of excelle...
07/21/2026

3 Days Until BTN 40

🌟 3 DAYS UNTIL WE OPEN OUR DOORS!

The anticipation is growing.

Soon we’ll celebrate 40 years of excellence in Black theatre together🎭👏🏾

We can’t wait to welcome you to Winston-Salem!

4 Days Until BTN 40🎉 4 DAYS LEFT!Your BTN family is getting ready to welcome you!Networking, learning, celebrating, and ...
07/20/2026

4 Days Until BTN 40

🎉 4 DAYS LEFT!

Your BTN family is getting ready to welcome you!

Networking, learning, celebrating, and making memories—all begins this week.

Safe travels to everyone joining us!

📬 Picture Mail from the Road! 🎭The excitement is building! On his journey to the Black Theatre Network’s 40th Annual Con...
07/19/2026

📬 Picture Mail from the Road! 🎭

The excitement is building! On his journey to the Black Theatre Network’s 40th Annual Conference, Chris Berry made a special stop in the DMV to connect with BTN President Renee Charlow before continuing on to Winston-Salem.

Safe travels to all who are making their way to the conference—we’ll see you soon!

📍 Black Theatre Network 40th Annual Conference
🎟️ Register and learn more at blacktheatrenetwork.org

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