Jeffrey Wright: Professional Politician?

October 11, 2011

The Ides of March star discusses acting while black and his affinity for political roles.

Jenifer Lewis Joins a New Club

The Hollywood veteran talks about her new role in NBC's The Playboy Club, bipolar disorder and her best moments of 2011.

London's Hot African Art Scene

The city's art scene is getting a lot blacker.

Dancing to the Diaspora Beat

Each May, the wildly popular DanceAfrica in Brooklyn, N.Y., showcases the best African music, dance, film and eats from around the world.

The Root Review: 'When the Drum Is Beating'

When the Drum Is Beating, a documentary about a popular Haitian band, shows how music can lift spirits even in the most challenging circumstances.

Kudos for Elizabeth Catlett

As a black woman making art about people of color, the famed sculptor has lived with controversy. That didn't stop her. And she's still at it.

Artist Glenn Ligon: Art That Transcends 'Black' and 'Gay'

The multimedia artist talks to The Root about "outsiderness," how artists are disturbers of the peace and his midcareer retrospective at the Whitney Museum.

Saying Goodbye to Judith Jamison

Alvin Ailey, the company Judith Jamison has directed since 1989, bid the dance legend a fond farewell with a memorable tribute show Sunday night.

The Root Interview: Judith Jamison on Leaving Alvin Ailey

After 21 years with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, renowned director Judith Jamison is saying farewell. She spoke to The Root about some of her greatest moments, challenges and accomplishments.

The Root Interview: Jeffrey Wright, Mos Def on 'Free Man of Color'