Darius’ new play, 18, will be performed at the Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival! 18 tells the story of two teenage black boys in juvie reflecting on the lives they once lived and what the unknown future holds. This play in verse is a coming of age story that explores how one moment can transform our lives forever. For ticket information, visit: tinyurl.com/OOBPlayFestival!

Darius’ second book and third publication is a collection of his original poetry, short stories, and essays. Darius is excited to share this book of over 10 years worth of emotionally driven work. The book will be released in Hardcover, Paperback, and Kindle eBook this July 12, 2022.

Thin Places by Darius M. Buckley (presented in the 115 Play Festival at Columbia University)

• Directed by Miguel Bregante

• Dramaturgy by Darby Davis

• Original Score by Stephen Berkemeier

• Featuring Lake Wilburn as Jeremy, Melina Leodas as Deaconess Melissa, and Mari Blake as Esther

One year after the death of his wife Esther, with the help of a friend, Jeremy searches for reconnection in her music. Thin Places explores the intersection between heaven and earth and how we find closure in the things left behind. 

CONTENT WARNING: Heavy subject matter like terminal illness and death.

Evil Con 2022  by Fernando Segall and Darius M. Buckley (presented in the 115 Play Festival at Columbia University)

• Directed by Ares Harper

• Dramaturgy by Sarah Bedwell

• Featuring Darby Davis as Nain Rouge, Antonia Cruz-Kent as Cuca, and Michael Landes as Krampus

In a multicultural world, where can we find common ground? Folklore. Myth. Legend. The bogeyman. We're often told how to keep these frightening creatures at bay, but it's time to consider what they do in their free time. Better yet, what they think of each other. Evil Con 2022 is our reflection on celebrity culture, fear, and cultural appropriation. The characters you see on stage may be ridiculous (and evil) but we hope you see past their reputation. Behind every notorious monster, there's a kreatur just dying to be seen.

Join Darius for his first ever Twitch broadcast! He’ll be talking about books, life, and finding joy in this new year. Watch live on https://www.twitch.tv/blackgroban95

Alexander is a coming of age story that follows the life of the young prince of Novaeria. When tragedy strikes, Alexander must ascend to the throne and lead his family and country while healing from the death of the King. Even though the young prince turned king must grapple with the revelation of the truth behind his father's death, and lead his countrymen into war. He discovers the key to finding glory on the other side of pain, hope.

The series is available exclusively on Kindle Vella, starting December 3, 2021. New episodes will be published bi-weekly on Fridays.

Darius and his good friend J.C. Every, author of Ethereal, have an open and honest conversation about their literary work and artistic inspiration.

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In this final episode, Max tries to get out of the secret room in the Omega House’s basement before they discover him. Hunter makes the hard decision of either keeping his friends or continuing his father’s legacy, and Max finally meets rami626, face to face.

In this new episode, Caleb auditions for the drama ensemble and the fall musical where he meets a new friend, Sam. He also reflects on his walk (performance in his eyes) through the Cube and what it will take to keep up his ascent to popularity status.

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In this new episode, Hunter is announced as one of the new brother’s of the Omega Psi Beta brotherhood after the brawl at Antonio’s vigil. Max and Hayley meet with him and uncover that the Omega infinity cross might point to something. During the Omega’s induction celebration, Max becomes a potential target.

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In this new episode, Max partners with Hunter to try and figure out the meaning behind the Omega’s secret oath. Evan meets with Winchester’s president, Byron Cook, to address the fraternity’s controversy and Antonio Ricci’s vigil sparks even more scandal.

Caleb Connors, a freshman at Kingsborough High, is in love with a girl in his drama club. Here’s the problem, she’s in love with one of the school’s elite class of jocks, the “It Guys.” With the help of his friends, Caleb formulates a multistep plan to transform himself into an It Guy and win her over. Tune into Project It Guy, an original Nightride audio fiction series. Written and narrated by Darius M. Buckley. Premiering June 1, 2021, on all podcast listening platforms.

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In this new episode, Max begins his investigation of the Omega Psi Beta brotherhood and his editor, Kailey, gives him the chance to write the story for the Winchester Journal. Meanwhile, Hunter finds himself in a predicament when Chad Rivers shows up at his front door.

Join Darius this Friday for his first StoryLAB Book Talk. He’ll be talking about HAZE and sharing some secrets behind the research and writing process. He’ll also be answering your questions live. 

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In this new episode of the Haze Audiobook Podcast, the Omega Psi Beta fraternity is hit with a deadly scandal that shakes the foundation of the brotherhood and the Winchester community.

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HAZE Book One is now a 6 part audiobook fiction podcast based on Darius Buckley's acclaimed novella. Each episode is narrated by Darius and will feature a combination of multiple chapters from the novella in each part. The final episode will give a behind the scenes look at the making of the book and discussion on hazing prevention. The podcast premieres April 17, 2021 and will available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere you get your podcasts!

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To launch the NIGHTRIDE Sleep Story Podcast, Darius will release an original sleep story that follows his imaginative journey home on the Amtrak. This immersive audio experience with beautiful storytelling will calm you and invite you on a journey along the tracks of a gentle train ride to sleep.