Black Design Collective continues its mission of creating access for emerging Black designers and entrepreneurs. At a BDC-sponsored event at the Beverly Center, Looks For Lease co-founder and CEO Nyleve Henry shared how her journey from redesigning thrifted clothing and operating a showroom led to fashion rental and the development of technology designed to support rental operations. (Curated by Debbie Lee, Photographed by Black Design Collective; & Transcribed by Annabelle Leammon)
In a culture increasingly shaped by fragmentation and impermanence, Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup’s Moving Memory Project offers a necessary countercurrent: a living archive of memory, movement, and transformation. Returning to New York City on June 6 and 7, 2025, this two-night engagement unfolds at Broadway Presbyterian Church (601 W 114th Street) […]
“With the love and support from all the musicians, volunteers, silent and live donations, patrons, sponsors, staging, stage production, marketing, great friends, and family, we were able to raise over $180K. It was a beautiful day filled with great music and love in the air,” Terri Paulo commented. On Sunday, […]
Presented by BackRhoades Productions at Gardena Cinema, this special event is a night of music featuring an all-star lineup including Bunny Brunel, Kaylene Peoples, Nolan Shaheed, Elena Gilliam, Mahesh Balasooriya, Ricky Woodard, and more. The Eaton Canyon Fire left Altadena in ruins—burning 14,021 acres, destroying 9,418 structures, and taking 29 […]
The historic 92nd Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade, supporting the 77th anniversary of Marine Toys for Tots, took place on Sunday, December 1, 2024, and will air Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. PST on the CW Network. Embed from Getty Images Hosted by Dean Cain and Laura McKenzie, alongside […]
Trombone Shorty, born Troy Andrews, has been a star since childhood—debuting at Jazz Fest at age four, leading his own brass band by six, and touring with Lenny Kravitz in his teens. More than just a horn player, his charisma and showmanship have made him a magnetic force in music. […]
Join Bunny Brunel in celebrating the official CD Release of “BASS BALL 2” with BUNNY BRUNEL & Friends, featuring an extraordinary lineup including Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, and Armand Sabal-Lecco, along with special performances by Larry Dunn and Kaylene Peoples. The ensemble is further enriched by the talents of Mahesh […]
Laura Cathcart Robbins of “Stash,” Romantic Bossa-Nova’s Kaylene Peoples featuring Bunny Brunel, NY entertainer Michael Camacho, and others, usher in memoirist Levy Lee Simon to celebrate his milestone achievement at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles, CA, on December 8th, 2023. The event will showcase Simon’s multifaceted career and personal […]
After witnessing in person Bethann Hardison winning the Vanguard Award at the NAACP Image Awards in late February 2023, I was excited to attend a very intimate discussion between Hardison and influencer Goo Goo Atkins (Goo Ru Style). The event was was held at the Black Design Collective Community Center […]
Discover the importance of costumes in storytelling as Ruth E. Carter gives a behind the scenes look into the costume design process. Proceeds support the Black Design Collective Creative Center and The Black Design Collective Scholarship Fund. On January 12, 2023, the Black Design Collective will host a conversation with […]