Storm Reid‘s acting chops have been apparent against co-stars like Oprah Winfrey and Zendaya over the years. But in her latest role as a distraught teen taking the search for […] The post WATCH: Storm Reid Talks Acting Against Computer Screens For Her New Thriller, “Missing” appeared first on Essence.

In Lisa Cortés’ profound portrayal of Little Richard, born Richard Wayne Penniman, the artist is first and foremost, a son of Macon, Georgia, born to a large family, faith at […] The post ‘Little Richard: I Am Everything’ Is A Tribute to The Artist As A Moses Of Rock ‘n’Roll appeared first on Essence.

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Good art is powerful. Narratives communicated in sculpture and on canvas can stir emotions, unpack meaning, and translate life in ways words simply cannot. The creator’s intent and the viewer’s […] The post An Emerging New Class Of Creators Are Shaping The Future Of Black Art appeared first on Essence.