Artists: You are the masterpiece. You are the composition. Your are the ingenue. You are the work of art. The value is not only in what you do. The value is in you. Remember that beloved.

Union and Daryl Stewart Productions are proud to present the musical production of Alice Walker’s The Color Purple. This powerful story of resilience and triumph arrives at the DMK Black Box Theater for three performances only this February. Tickets go on sale tomorrow!

Love when my past catches up with my present. The same people who bet against me now searching for ways to connect. And you know what? I smile. I take the selfies. I accept every congratulation. Not because I've forgotten—but because I've risen above all of it. That's real growth

Artists: At any point, you can begin again. You simply start with a new page, a new canvas or a new concept. Do not allow the fear, failure or fools talk to convince you that you are not worthy of another chance. Everyday is a new opportunity to try again.

JOY is a choice. You can literally choose JOY. No matter what you're facing, no matter who tries to steal it, no matter what you have to face. Come what may - always remember - JOY is a choice.

The dream is free but the hustle is sold separately.

New Jersey's film industry is booming, but are our artists and creatives ready? Join us this Saturday for a candid conversation with industry pros and learn how to break into the business with @NewarkArts https://t.co/lcY8OyC7sH

I have been purging and throwing old things out all week. I can already feel the difference in my apartment and space. I dont know who needs to hear this but get rid of it. Whatever it is.

September feels like hard work and dedication.

God, please watch over all of my friends in Manhattan.

I am planning a five day city wide arts festival, writing a full length play, running a full service production company, planning a years worth of programming and productions and trying to figure out birthday plans. Aint no way you gone keep “wyd” ing me every two hours. 🤷🏾‍♂️😭

New and rare footage of 15 year old Aaliyah singing Gospel classic, “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” acapella during an interview for her debut album. (1994)

I intentionally surround myself with people who affirm, support and speak life to my dreams, goals and even ideas. Sometimes it’s not you, its who you are surrounded by. My circle dont play about me and I don’t play about them. 🫡

Friend: You are undeniable. Your talent, contributions, and legacy cannot be erased or hidden. God's promise says that you will shine like the brightest star, even in your absence. Full stop.

Its a lotta talking going on …

“If I love you, I have to make you conscious of the things you don’t see…” - James Baldwin

Thanks to Senate Republicans, 17 million people will lose their health care. Thanks to Senate Republicans, rural hospitals will close. Thanks to Senate Republicans, three million Americans, including veterans and seniors, will lose food assistance. Thanks to Senate

“You don’t earn anything sitting in someone elses darkness.” — @PoetJasmineMans

They watching beloved — make it worth their while.

Imagine not liking me for whatever reason and stewing in all that negative energy… whole time Im off somewhere in a private pool cos playing as Flounder from The Little Mermaid.

Empty coffee shop, dozens of open tables... and yet, a couple chooses the two seats directly beside me. Happy Monday!