Cynthia Erivo is stepping into the role of Jesus Christ for a limited run of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. The Tony-winning actress shared the news on Instagram, teasing her excitement for the production, which runs from August 1-3.

Gina Prince-Bythewood is bringing one of our fiction fan-favorites to life in her film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s debut and New York Times bestselling novel of the same name, Children of Blood and Bone (2018)—the first literary installment of the “Legacy of Orïsha” trilogy. The film, to be released by Paramount Pictures, features a star-studded cast, including Thuso Mbedu, Amandla Stenberg, Damson Idris, and Tosin Cole. The young adult romantic fantasy novel follows Zélie (Mbedu) and her older brother Tzain (Cole) as they team up with Princess Amari (Stenberg) and Prince Inan (Idris), the king’s children, to rebel against his oppressive reign. 

Universal Pictures has signed a first-look deal with Edith’s Daughter, the production company founded by Cynthia Erivo. This partnership deepens the relationship between the award-winning actress and the studio, following her starring role as Elphaba in Wicked, which is projected to make a massive global opening of $175 million.

The Critics Choice Association’s seventh annual Celebration of Black Cinema and Television will honor Tyler Perry, Regina King, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Malcolm D. Lee for their remarkable contributions to the industry. Set for December 9 at Los Angeles' Fairmont Century Plaza and hosted by comedian Jay Pharoah, the event will air on Starz in January 2025 and be nationally broadcast in February in celebration of Black History Month.

Award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo, known for her achievements in film, television, and music, has joined the production team for the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy "Fat Ham" as it makes its way to Broadway.