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JERMAINE NAKIA LEE'S MUSICAL SENSATION

FOR THE LOVE OF HARLEM OPENS SEPTEMBER 29TH AT CPCC'S PARR CENTER

The musical sensation, FOR THE LOVE OF HARLEM, profiles a weekend in the lives of the artistic visionaries who shaped the 1920-30’s Harlem Renaissance.  Legendary figures like Alberta Hunter, Bessie Smith, Countee Cullen, Langston Hughes, Richard Bruce Nugent, Wallace Thurman and Zora Neale Hurston are given real human faces. Their struggles between public recognition and self-identify are presented in a way rarely associated with these legends.

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RORY D. SHERIFF'S SPEAKEASY WOWS MATTHEWS PLAYHOUSE AUDIENCES AND MAKES IT'S WAY TO READING, PA

BNS Productions took home the win at the BIPOC Playwrights Festival in May, securing a fully funded reprise of Rory D. Sheriff's SPEAKEASY at Matthew's Playhouse (MPH). Set in 1978 Reading, PA SPEAKEASY is a throwback to Cool Cats and Foxy Mamas, with a music soundtrack that makes you wanna get down. The play opened at MPH September 22 - 24 to rave reviews.


The BIPOC Playwrights Festival, a joint venture between Vickie L. Evan's African American Playwright's Group and Matthew's Playhouse, celebrates the original work of Black and Indigenous People of Color. 

Next stop - the place where it all began. BNS Productions will present 2 performance of SPEAKEASY at The Miller Center in Reading, PA, November 17th and 18th. 


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WELCOME TO BNS PRODUCTIONS

Charlotte's Only Black Repertory Theatre Company

What started off as a "What if" idea, has now become one of the most recognized performing arts companies in the Charlotte, NC area and beyond. Since opening our doors in 2013, BNS Productions has managed to captivate the hearts of audiences all over the country with award-winning performances highlighting the African American experience.


Founded by Artistic Director, Producer and Playwright, Rory D. Sheriff, BNS Productions is a company committed to uplifting our communities and striving to be a representation of excellence. BNS Productions has earned numerous honors and awards, from winning A Taste of Theatre in Chicago to performing at the National Black Theatre Festival in Winston-Salem. We are extremely grateful for every opportunity, and couldn't do what we do without you, our community of faithful supporters! Get tickets today to come and see one of our unforgettable shows, or click below to donate and help us to bring more meaningful entertainment to the theatre stage.

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Upcoming Events

  • BNS Productions presents Rory D. Sheriff's Award-Winning Play, SPEAKEASY
    BNS Productions presents Rory D. Sheriff's Award-Winning Play, SPEAKEASY
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Nov 17
    Miller Center for the Arts
    Nov 17, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N 2nd St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
    Nov 17, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N 2nd St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
    What do you do when your marriage is on the rocks and your childhood home is up for tax sale? You open a speakeasy to raise the money for the house - which is exactly when all hell breaks loose.
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  • BNS Productions presents Rory D. Sheriff's Award-Winning Play, SPEAKEASY
    BNS Productions presents Rory D. Sheriff's Award-Winning Play, SPEAKEASY
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 18
    Miller Center for the Arts
    Nov 18, 7:30 PM – Nov 19, 9:30 PM
    Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N 2nd St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
    Nov 18, 7:30 PM – Nov 19, 9:30 PM
    Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N 2nd St, Reading, PA 19601, USA
    What do you do when your marriage is on the rocks and your childhood home is up for tax sale? You open a speakeasy to raise the money for the house - which is exactly when all hell breaks loose.
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OUR MISSION

BNS Production’s Mission is to inspire, help, teach, and learn together as we heal and love each other. We aspire to educate, amaze and inform through the creation and performance of relevant and provocative African American theater productions. We follow through on our commitment to serving the underserved in our community.

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RORY D. SHERIFF'S SPEAKEASY SPECIAL EDITION T-SHIRT

Set in his hometown of Reading, PA, 1978, SPEAKEASY is the latest from the imagination of Playwright, Director, and Producer, Rory D. Sheriff. Be the first to step out in this 100% combed ring-spun cotton, Special Edition Speakeasy T-Shirt. Available now for a limited time.

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Order your BNS "Be in the X-Perience" Tee. 100% preshrunk cotton. Sizes XS-3XL

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