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HOROSCOPES BY KNOWYOURNUMB3RS By GODDESS KYA

June 23, 2022 — June 29, 2022

Rebirth of a New Nation: Nothing works unless you give it the energy to work. Making the connection, be it by conversation, networking, singing, dancing, writing, coloring, exercising, or meditating, all works when you do. Your body is the medium between the spiritual and physical realms aligning together. When one area is out of focus or function within your body, the others follow suit to rebuild or possibly destroy, depending upon the vibration or frequency you give it, and the food you’ve allowed yourself to consume. Instantaneous changes are occurring by the hour, minute, seconds, days, weeks, months, and years. This is a rebirthing of Vinateria the soul to carry out a mission from your written DNA instructions. “I got, I got, I got, I got Loyalty got Royalty inside my DNA, got war and peace inside my DNA, I got power, poison, pain, and joy inside my DNA, I got hustle though, ambition, and flow inside my DNA.”––Kendrick Lamar

Another day, another assignment to complete the work. A reshuffling in the departments of love, romance, finances, careers, inheritance, and hidden things come to light. The power of practice, about putting your foot down and rolling up your sleeves to complete the tasks at hand is essential. This week may find unique and mysterious events occurring. June 23-24, there’s no need to ask questions. You’ll receive the message and lesson at the same time.

This week is different from the last one. Now that you see what you can do, it’s time to maximize your results. A curveball is coming your way, so be prepared to hit the ball out of the park. Any awkwardness that comes your way is the information you need to know to free yourself from your old ways. It’s time to move forward, or you will find yourself on the same merry-go-round due to the fact you haven’t learned your lesson. From June 25- 27 the question becomes, what are you choosing to attract in your life?

You’re likely to attract exactly what you ask for by the power of your emotions this week. You’re the creator and director of your soul creating your own lane. In this cycle, you’re in the driver’s seat and can make anything you wish to happen become a reality in your life. You got a chance to take the lead. You can show them rather than tell them. Be impactful with your words and actions, as friends and colleagues, and assisting others in the community is in your weekly forecast. June 28-29, make decisions that are only in your best interest.  What may seem to be a contradiction is information coming to you at a fast pace, and it’s up to you to speak your truth or relate a message. Don’t second guess which only leads you too couldn’t, wouldn’t, or shouldn’t situations. Be true to yourself at any given moment. It’s time for a change that only you can feel, sense, or taste. So mentally and spiritually, get yourself ready and prepared to act. Change starts within you. Once you realize it, your circumstances and environment need to change. June 30 is the beginning to make the kind of decisions to better yourself. Give up your old ways, now.  Your approach is everything this week, especially the way you formulate your words. Your words can inspire, stimulate, and influence to sharpen the minds, and touch the hearts of many people who show up to listen. You have that spark within you as some may feel electromagnetic vibes emanating from you. A simple touch or hug can heal, soothe, relax, and comfort someone. This week your supernatural powers are shifting gears sending out signals as they reconstruct themselves into existence. June 23-24, an unanticipated phenomenon may occur, it’s nothing that will alarm you. Be thankful for the experience. You are built with everything you need to create your own life and  destiny. This month’s experiences have been your teacher, with hidden lessons in disguise to see how good you want it. Positive thinking attracts positive solutions and results. When the tough get going, it can get tougher before the edges smooth out to have smooth corners. The process shapes you to see the beauty in the art of the work you do. No need to complain. It doesn’t resolve anything. June 25-27, the final product is ready, and decisions are being made to prepare you for the next phase of the process.  This week, follow up on clues, hunches, and the information that’s being broadcast at eye level. Swift changes may be occurring within the blink of an eye. Think about investing in your dreams and gather all the resources needed to start your journey. Some form of recognition, rewards, travel, publishing, or maybe signing up for a membership is in the forecast. Avoid anyone being confrontational and encourage others along the way. June 28-29, it appears new beginnings are ahead.

Grand opportunities are coming your way, as well as doing things on a grand scale. Leo, you like to think big, go hard all the way while winning and keep a positive yet a humble attitude. You’ve worked hard and diligently this month so stay on task as the pressure was applied. You manage to pass with flying colors and garner an award for staying the course. You gain more when you apply yourself and allow your creativity to guide you. Take the lead working as a team leader who empowers and uplifts others. On June 30 it’s all about you and seeing the God in you.

Mentally, you’re a quick wit on your feet. You know how to solve problems and handle stressful situations accordingly. In this cycle, round table discussions, conversations, and family gatherings are being highlighted. You’ll hear people with similar stories flowing in the ethers this week, and until the end of the month. Something unique is occurring within the stars and within humanity. Listen more than you speak. Your questions will be answered. June 23-25 the awkwardness for you is actually a confirmation.

You may be put to a test of which way to turn. Think in terms of the Jack-in-the-Box. Before it reaches the top and finds its way out, it experiences all four concerns. The same four concerns that have gotten you where you need to be, yet a lesson to finally go your own way. What good is it when you follow someone else’s rules and wait for orders to be given to you and schedules to follow? Follow your own rules and laws. June 25- 27, new terms and conditions come with upgrades.

Dramatic, drastic, and quick decisions are likely to be on the menu this week. It’s about an ending, and or beginning, of something new on the horizon. You’re ready to take a leap of faith to pursue a goal or dream. Having a heart-to-heart conversation can help relieve some tension you have from past experiences. Take time out for a full body massage. Your will, passions, and beliefs are heightened. Give it your best shot and see what outcome you’re likely to receive. The benefit of one-on-one talk is that you and your soul are having a conversation to make a move or solve an issue at hand. During June 28-29, allow nothing to stop you.

Plan time for family, romance, vacation, and work, and squeeze in time for self-care. You have credence in your ability to perform any task at hand this week. You know how to make a phone call to get the job done. Adjust your speech to your environment and you speak other languages if necessary. You understand what it means to be diverse and well seasoned within your affairs. Investing in your spiritual wealth is beneficial to your body, mind, and soul. On June 30, financial and spiritual rewards are delivered to your mailbox.

Cancer June 22 July 23

Leo July 24 Aug 23

Virgo Aug 24 Sept 23

Libra Sept 24 Oct 23

Scorpio Oct 24 Nov 22

Sagitarius Nov 23 Dec 21

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THE NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS

A R T S & E N T E R T A I N M E N T

‘A Strange Loop,’ Rashad, Frost, & Kalukango shine at the Tony Awards!

(Linda Armstrong photos)

Myles Frost won the Tony for best lead actor in a musical for his role as Michael Jackson in “MJ.” Michael R. Jackson is all smiles as “A Strange Loop” wins best musical and he won the Tony for best book of a musical.

By LINDA ARMSTRONG Special to the AmNews

Blacks came away seen at the 75th annual Tony Awards. While there were only five winners, the wins were huge. “A Strange Loop” won for best musical and best book of a musical! This meant that Michael R. Jackson came to the stage twice and he was glorious! His musical “A Strange Loop” is about a fat, gay Black man, writing a musical about a fat, gay Black man. The musical looks at the struggles and insecurities Jackson experienced growing up as, guess what—a fat, gay Black man. It has humor, wonderful songs and incredible singing. This is a musical with a great deal of heart. An elated Jackson reflecting on his journey shared, “I started this musical when I was 23 years old, I’m 41 now, I’m as old as hell. I wrote it at a time I didn’t know what I was going to do with my life. I didn’t know how I was going to move forward. I felt unseen, unheard, misunderstood and I just wanted to bring a little bit of a life raft for myself to just get through the day.” In the media room Jackson was asked about the musical’s impact on members of the LGBTQ community, as this musical makes sure that he as a gay, Black man is seen and also appeared to have that effect on members of the LGBTQ community, as they felt seen and recognized. Regarding how much his work means to others Jackson said, “It means a lot because when I started writing this piece I was writing it for ‘myself,’ at a time when I thought no one was listening to me or could see me. I continued to work on it for almost a 20-year period and got a group of collaborators of other people who also felt that way and then took that story to the stage and shared with audiences who also felt that way, this goes to the power of art and theater to bring people together and let everybody sort of in the secret that we’re not alone and there’s more that unites us than divides us.”

A theatrical treasure who walks in elegance and grace, Phylicia Rashad won the Tony Award for best performance by an actress in a featured role in a play, for Dominique Morisseau’s “Skeleton Crew” produced by Manhattan Theatre Club. Rashad in her acceptance speech said, “You don’t come to this place alone. It’s the work of many people. Dominique Morisseau thank you for writing a play that only you could do and Ruben Santiago-Hudson for presenting with a work that was challenging. Thank you for casting the play and giving me wonderful actors. And thank you to the wonderful people who came to see it. It’s wonderful to be a part of this community with its fullness and to feel its love.” Talking later about acting, Rashad shared, “Acting is a very compassionate art. Acting is understanding.” She embodied Faye with such compassion. “Dominique Morisseau poured her love into this play, for the people that make things. Everything you see, you use and touch is the fruit of somebody’s labor. You don’t pick up a fork and

Phylicia Rashad won her Tony for best featured actress in a play for “Skeleton Crew.”

realize someone made that, we don’t think about those people. Faye’s life was not easy, but this woman was intelligent, her choice of words leads you to know that and her heart was big and she was tough because life had taught her that she had to be tough. She was equally as gentle as she was tough. She was a complete human being. Every single night there would be something new about her. What I have learned about this craft is that I must continue to learn and grow,” Rashad shared.

Myles Frost made history at the 75th annual Tony Awards on Sunday at the age of 22; he became the youngest person to receive the Tony Award for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical in the history of the Tonys! Anyone who has experienced Frost in “MJ” as Michael Jackson knows that he completely embodies the character and channels the creative spirit and energy of the late King of Pop. Frost delivers the character with love, respect and precision, in addition to the signature dance moves. A tearful Frost said, “I’m so honored and so blessed and so grateful… Mom I love you so, so much, without you there would be no me. You have taught me and shown me what a strong Black woman is…Dad, I love you…” In the media room he said, “I think Michael has been one of the pioneers of Black music culture. He inspired me and he inspires others, it’s something I see in the audience every night.”

Joaquina Kalukango so deservedly won the Tony for best performance by an actress in a leading role in a musical for her performance as Nelly in “Paradise Square.” The recognition couldn’t have been more appropriate! Kalukango is absolutely stunning, poignant and dazzling in her delivery as Nelly, a Black woman in an interracial marriage who owns a bar called Paradise Square. The musical tells a historic story about a community that once existed in lower Manhattan in which Irish immigrants and freed Blacks loved and married. A very emotional Kalukango said, “My name Joaquina means ‘established by God,’ so I have to give thanks to God who has kept me through this crazy journey.” She thanked her family, her teachers in high school, her producers, her company and all of the nameless ancestors who have suffered. “This show gives power to them. I honor them,” she shared. In the media room Kalukango was still emotional as she shared that she feels overwhelmed and completely grateful. There is so much love from our community and the people who come to see the show. We love sharing with the audiences.” To muster and bring the energy for every performance, she admits, “it’s been a challenge, because with this show you can’t not bring your all. You have to, to honor the people of the Five Points community. There are so many incredible shows on Broadway, please find the ones that get you excited and go out and support them!”

I’m so thrilled that Broadway is back and the excitement and joy of the Tony Awards demonstrated that beautifully!

Joaquina Kalukango won her Tony for best lead actress in a musical for “Paradise Square.”

Actress Tamara Tunie came to show her support Masi Asare and Nathan Tysen, lyricist for “Paradise Square”

By LINDA ARMSTRONG Special to the AmNews

After two years of not being able to be together due to COVID, the 75th annual Tony Awards Red Carpet felt like coming home! It was ablaze with excitement and the joy of communion. It was a wonderful opportunity to speak with people from the nominated shows and other celebrities who just came for the fact that we finally could. They came to support their fellow artists and feel proud for the many Black shows that were nominated in multiple categories. “A Strange Loop” had received 11 nominations; “MJ”—10; “Paradise Square”—10; “for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf”—7; “Clyde’s”—5, “Trouble in Mind”—4, “Skeleton Crew”—3; and “Lackawanna Blues”—1. This was an evening on Sunday, June 12 at Radio City Music Hall that had spirits high and thoughts positive. It was an honor to know also that this Broadway season saw plays by first time Black playwrights including Douglas Lyons with “Chicken & Biscuits,” Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu with “Pass Over,” and Keenan Scott III with “Thoughts of a Colored Man.” It is amazing to realize that Lynn Nottage had not only written “Clyde’s,” but also did the book for “MJ,” and off-Broadway at Lincoln Center, she created a libretto for her play, now turned opera “Intimate Apparel.” Yes, there was a great deal for Blacks to be proud of this year, no matter how the Tonys turned out.

Actress Tamara Tunie was on the Red Carpet and shared her joy about all the Black shows that have come out this season. “I think it’s wonderful and it’s something that we have been working for, and it’s satisfying to see so many plays from people of color and so many Black artists being recognized, being celebrated, having their stories told. All the nominations are the cherry on top.”

Another person on the Red Carpet was Roshunda Jones-Koumba, recipient of the Excellence in Theatre Education Award, she is the theater director at G.W. Carver Magnet High School in Houston, Texas. She has held this position for 18 years. “I have a passion for education and molding our youth, that’s my calling.” Talking about the purpose of theater she said, “It helps to develop a well-rounded person, it teaches you empathy, teaching you self-confidence and self-esteem levels just raise when you’re taking theater. It is a collaborative art and you’re working together, and that teamwork teaches you that solid foundation.”

From the 10-times nominated “Paradise Square,” lyricists and nominees Masi Asare and Nathan Tysen said, “We’re an original musical and we try to make it as interesting as possible.” Talking about the message of this historically based musical looking at an area in New York where Irish immigrants and freed Blacks lived and thrived, Asare said, “It’s incredibly important, the fact that this community existed and we lost it, we could look back and think what can we do as a society to recapture it. It’s a story that a lot of people don’t know about. It can be inspiring for us now to think— me as an individual when I come to see the show—what are the choices I could make in my own time. Immigrants of many different backgrounds across the city can relate to it,” Asare said.

Antwayn Hopper, who plays Thought 6 in “A Strange Loop,” was dressed as Prince Charming and he was magnificent! Talking about “A Strange Loop” and why a musical about a fat, queer Black man is important to see on the Broadway stage, Hopper remarked, “I think people will see us in a different stereotype and take on our community differently, in terms of thoughts centered around this community. You will also perhaps look inward and say, have you contributed to this narrative? And, if you have, are you going to turn it around and if you haven’t, are you going to help your friend turn it around. Each one, teach one. We’re sending a message, it’s okay to be gay and Black, you’re a human just like everyone else is.” With this musical being on Broadway, Hopper does hope that there will be room for more musicals about the struggles of queer Black men on Broadway, but he also added, “I hope that’s not just our narrative, the struggle, I hope we have celebrations, I don’t want us to always have to do Black trauma.”

Emilio Sosa, nominated for best costume design for “Trouble in Mind” the Alice Childress play, discussing the costumes, credited Charles Randolph Wright the director: “He really set the bar high

Manhattan Theatre Club, executive producers Lynne Meadows and Barry Grove walked the Red Carpet—they produced three plays this season.

Broadway director Kenny Leon was thrilled to be on the Red Carpet Emilio Sosa, nominated for Costume Design for “Trouble in Mind” Broadway director Kenny Leon was thrilled to be on the Red Carpet

for us in all the departments. It took him 15 years to get it to Broadway and the weight of it and the reference he had for this work means so much.”

Lynne Meadows and Barry Grove, executive producers at Manhattan Theatre Club, were proud of the three plays they gave to the theater season, as they should be—“Lackawanna Blues,” “Skeleton Crew,” and “How I Learned To Drive.” Meadows explained, “Every play that we did this year dealt with overcoming adversity. With how I learned to drive, she learned to drive. With ‘Skeleton Crew’ we watched a community of people pull together and support each other during difficult times, and of course Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s tribute to Nanny, the mother whose own life was a story in heroism and Ruben’s own life was also one of heroism. Overcoming obstacles, overcoming odds. We’re very proud of the work this season because so many great artists contributed. Dominique Morisseau is a great playwright and she had never been on our stage. Paula Vogel, a great American artist.”

Broadway director, Kenny Leon, talking about the Black shows on Broadway, all the nominations and the climate on Broadway for Blacks said, “I just think that we have to keep doing the work. Our people have always been doing the work, we can’t slow down. I want to honor those seven writers that did those plays at the beginning of the season. Those seven writers that said it’s okay to step out, to come back to the theater. I thought that we did beautifully, we just got to stay on it because people forget quick. We have to just keep on it, keep on the industry, keep on ourselves and keep uplifting each other.”