A Raisin in the Sun

The play is a product of its times; each character stands for a particular quality or viewpoint and the tidily structured "Raisin" arrives at a frankly unexpected happy ending. And it's worth noting that even the smaller roles in "Raisin" are well played, especially David Oyelowo as Beneatha's African suitor. ... Full Review

The cast of the ABC hit is not disappointed in the decision to save all new episodes for the new season. Although neither Walsh or McDonald have any idea about future plot lines, McDonald is desperate to find out the outcome of her character's love triangle - as are her relatives. ... Full Review

The selection of Mr. Sher by the producer, Lincoln Center Theater , has prompted concern and even outrage among some black directors, who say this production represents a lost opportunity for a black director, for whom few opportunities exist on... ... Full Article

Tells the story of a family living and struggling on Chicago's South Side in the 1950s. It is a fiercely moving portrait of people whose hopes and dreams are constantly deferred. ... Full Article

When I start off poems or movies, I am always worried that I will not be able to follow the characters. Right off the bat, I understood each person in this play, as Hansberry displayed their personalities within the first... ... Full Article

For the first time since 2000, a broadcast net has broken cable's stronghold on Emmy's made-for-TV movie category, with ABC's revival of "A Raisin in the Sun" scoring a nomination. ... Full Article

The problems of African Americans, in a white dominated society are subtle and unseen. A majority would probably be unaware of the internal unrest, that's deep seated in America's eclectic multiracial population. ... Full Article

Basic cablers weren't the only ones setting personal bests with Thursday's Emmy noms. Sony Pictures Television pulled in the most Emmy bids (29) in a single year in the studio's long history in television. ... Full Article