A Black Lady Sketch Show is returning for its second season on HBO and HBO Max. The Emmy nominated sketch comedy series is set to air on Friday, April 23 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT). ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Returns to HBO April 23
The narrative sketch comedy series features a core cast of Black women living relatable, hilarious experiences in a magical reality that subverts traditional expectations. The series is returning with six-episodes this season. The show received three Primetime Emmy nominations for its breakout season, including Outstanding Variety Sketch Series, Outstanding Directing For A Variety Series and Outstanding Guest Actress In A Comedy Series (Angela Bassett).
Joining the cast this season are featured players Laci Mosley and Skye Townsend, and returning this season are core cast members Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis and Ashley Nicole Black. Season one cast member Quinta Brunson will not appear this season due to schedule conflict caused by industry-wide COVID shutdowns. The new season will feature several celebrity guest stars, including executive producer Issa Rae (Emmy and Golden Globe nominee for HBO’s Insecure), Gabrielle Union, Jesse Williams, Miguel, Skai Jackson, Laz Alonso, Omarion, Kim Wayans, Ayesha Curry, Lance Gross, Wunmi Mosaku and many more.
Actress Robin Thede not only stars in the sketch comedy show, but is also credited as the creator, showrunner, executive producer and writer. Serving as writers alongside Thede are; head writer, Lauren Ashley Smith, Ashley Nicole Black, Holly Walker, Akilah Green, Rae Sanni, Kindsey Young, Shenovia Large, and Kristin Layne Tucker. Lacey Duke and Brittany Scott Smith direct the series. Issa Rae produces under her banner HOORAE alongside Dave Becky, Jonathan Berry for 3 Arts Entertainment; executive producers, Tony Hernandez, Brooke Posch for JAX Media. Smith also acts as co-executive producer with Thede. Producing are Deniese Davis, Montrel McKay for HOORAE along with John Skidmore for JAX Media.
Check out the trailer for season two of A Black Lady Sketch Show below.
‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Returns to HBO April 23
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