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Indy’s first and only theater festival dedicated to the stories of Black playwrights.

Presented by the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (A.R.T.I.), IU School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI, IU School of Education at IUPUI, and IUPUI Office of Community Engagement in partnership with IndyFringe Theatre


The 2nd Annual FREE theater workshop is coming April 22nd!

CENTERSTAGE workshops will be led by a panel of experienced theater professionals, educators and practitioners who bring a wealth of diverse knowledge and skills.

The event is free to the public, but pre-registration is required.


OnyxFest 2023 playwrights will be announced in mid-april

Entries have been submitted to a jury of theater professionals who will read each and determine five winners. Winners will be notified in mid-April. We will also communicate with those not chosen.


Thank you to all who supported the streaming of OnyxFest 2022 in Celebration of Black History Month


OnyxFest 2022: The most successful event in the 12-year history

OnyxFest would like to thank all involved in the most successful event in the 12-year history of this powerful and unique festival featuring the works of Black playwrights. OnyxFest is not only the first but remains the only Indiana theater festival exclusively dedicated to authentic stories depicting Black lives and culture.


OnyxFest 2022 playwrights featured on “Bring It On” radio show

“Bring It On!” RADIO SHOW: A Conversation with Black Indy Playwrights

The OnyxFest 2022 playwrights were featured on the “Bring It On!” radio show. Watch the recording now!

OnyxFest

Indy’s first and only theater festival dedicated to the stories of Black playwrights.

OnyxFest | Cavanaugh Hall, 425 University Blvd., Room 327, Indianapolis, IN 46202 | 317-274-8710 | contact@onyxfest.com


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