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Black Repertory Group continues to be a Cultural Gem. -per Dr. Mona Vaughn-Scott, "the theater is used as a means to uplift the individual and in turn, uplift the community."
Since 1964 A cornerstone of S. Berkeley, we are a longstanding Arts and service organization playing an important role by building community.
Black Repertory Group
Celebrating more than 60 Years of African American Theatre
The Black Repertory Group is the oldest African American theatrical organization of its kind in the nation. Established in 1964, it has produced acclaimed performances and launched the careers of famous alumni such as Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Maya Angelou. Great writers like MacArthur Genius Award/& AUDELCO award winner Ishmael Reed, movie pro ducer David E. Talbert, comedian Paul Mooney, Moms Mabley, Katt Williams and so many many performers, writers and Directors have dawned the stages of the Black Repertory Group. Join us as we continue our mission of showcasing the rich diversity and talent of the Black artistic community.
Experience the Magic of Black Repertory Group Theatre
Our History
Learn about the rich history of Black Repertory Group Theatre, which has been a cornerstone of the Bay Area performing arts community for the past 60 years.
In the late ‘50’s- 2 young newly married school teachers set out on a mission in Vicksburg Mississippi ,with the passionate goal to teach their students their history through the works of Black playwrites and Black Artists in an effort to provide a portal to the Black experience .
Join us on this journey through the works of Black theatrical artists ,writers,performers, new and old.
Discover the famous productions and notable performers that have graced our stage. Come embark on the oddessey
to experience Americas Rich Black Cultural Heritage.
To learn the story from migration away from Mississippi to the current location, read up on the journey via Kerry Goldmans dissertation as you can anticipate the movie soon to come from you KEEPERS OF THE CULTURE!
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Become a Member
Become a ANNUAL SEASON PASS ticket holder And join our team. As a team member of Black Repertory Group you will receive exclusive perks, such as early access to tickets ,backstage access and special discounts.
Your Annual membership helps support the theaters performances, as well as providing much needed financial support that augments ‘ticket giveaways and our theaters outreach to our underserved communities. Your Annual Season arts and ensures that we can continue to provide these quality services and performances for years to come.Also as a member of our ELITE CLUB TICKET member you are allowed a ‘sneak peak’ on the Wednesday before opening week.
Also as a SEASON PASS owner it is our hopes that you will pass on your SERVICES DISCOUNT’ which is 20%. Possibly someone needs to rent a facility to host a related cultural event. However, you as an Elite member can apply your discounts for building rentals that host birthdays, anniversary’s, baby showers, Repass for home-goings or some other appropriate event. Possibly a youth in the family or community could benefit from our programs. You may apply your discount access for their rental or enrollments.
Rent Our Costumes
We have an extensive collection of costumes available to rent for your next production or event. From period pieces to contemporary designs, our costumes are sure to impress.
costumes that range through 600 years of costumers.
Also we continue to accept unique props and clothing that represent periods in history , and that are in good condition and can improve and support the quality of our productions.
Also we integrate classes in costume design and provide opportunities for costumers young and old to operate in a training environment. It is our hopes that we will continue to harbor an environment where the current and hopefully the next exiting theatrical costume Designer. Our costume rental program enables youth from our employment training collaborations with an opportunity to share this experience with the youth whom are enrolled. This experience teaches appreciation and preservation combined the value and worth of garments proves to be an economic opportunity through development.
Support Our Mission
At Black Repertory Group , our mission is to provide a space for creativity and artistic expression. Black Reprtory Groups mission is multi faceted.
1) We provide a stage where people of all races, creeds,colors and orientations with the opportunity to experience Black Americas Rich Cultural Heritage.
2)We are a training ground for amateurs who aspire to become professional. Support our mission by making a donation or volunteering your time. Together, we can continue to bring the magic of theatre to our community.
Upcoming Events
Check out our calendar to see what's coming up next at Black Repertory Group . From plays to musicals to comedy acts.
there's always something exciting happening on our stage.
We are pleased to have you as a guest at your theatre. Our productions occur Friday thru Sun, with the exception of the opening week of our seasonal productions which host a Thursday press/tech night.Often of these evenings you will be able to meet the writer,
director. As well as the performers who are involved in the show.
Join Our Team
Looking for a job in the performing arts? Check out our current openings and join the team at Black Repertory Group . From marketing to lighting,from set building to theater production management to post production with film and TV. Training in concessions and management with the Box office, we have a variety of opportunities available.ALSO we always have opportunities for volunteers, and\ free training opportunities in acting, playwriting, set design,lighting,,costume designsWe are currently working with BETV to provide on site training for cad posts and the production of Artistic TV shows. We are providing learning opportunities that are free of charge for these activities.
Volunteers welcome.