International Black Theatre Festival

JuCoby Johnson's new play "Heritage" premiered at the International Black Theatre Festival in Winston-Salem, and provided audiences with an unvarnished perspective on the Black church and its lasting impact on the lives of those who attend.

International Black Theatre Festival organizers look to expand the festival's reach into more diverse audiences by quelling some of the myths surrounding it.

The North Carolina Black Repertory Company is bringing its signature festival back to Winston-Salem next week under a new brand. Organizers have upgraded…