Debra Byrd “A Powerhouse of Talent.” Born: July 19, 1951, (Cleveland, Ohio) Died: March 5, 2024 (Los Angeles, California) By Dale Ricardo Shields Page 1 – 5 “For singers with vocal problems, a surefire solution is hiring one woman: Debra Byrd.“ Debra Byrd is an American actress, educator, and vocalist who has worked with Barry …
REYNO by Dale Ricardo Shields REYNO CRAYTON His early death has left a hole in the New York’s Black Theatre community heart. “I miss you, Ole Friend.” Born 8/26/52 (Cleveland, Ohio) Death 6/27/90 (Cleveland, Ohio) An alumnus of Karamu House and Cleveland, Ohio native, Reyno Crayton was the founding member and Artistic Director …
