Hello All:
Well, we're in the last few official days of BLACK HISTORY MONTH, and there are nearly back to back events between now and the 28th. So get ready for the whirlwind!
But before I start talking about Black History, let's talk about some contemporary, epoch-making history in real time - BLACK PANTHER the Movie has completely changed the way we see each other, Africa and what we can be, do, have. Fittingly launched during Black History Month, this movie has made box office history, with brothers and sisters lining up around the block to be the first to see this creative tour-de-force of Africa as it could and should be - and if we play our cards right, will be!! If life imitates art, this can be the inspiration for a new African lifestyle. For those of us from the Black and Proud era, we have been re-inspired to don our wonderful African and Afrocentric clothing in honor of the theme of the nearly all-Black cast. What an INSPIRATION! These past few weeks we've all been transported to and become citizens of WAKANDA.
No matter what else is on your agenda, a visit to WAKANDA is an absolute must. You don't need a passport because you're all citizens. Check in at your local theatres - notice I put it in plural - because they're likely to be sold out - for schedules and prepare to be transported. I plan to go back and check out the 3-D version. What a ride! A thrill a minute - and eye popping African clothing based on the finest in traditional dress. Make sure you give full credit to the writers directors, designers, and the entire crew! And of course the entire cast. They have done us proud. History in the making, unfolding right before our eyes, in real time. It was exciting from beginning to end. WAKANDA Forever!!
No matter what else is on your agenda, a visit to WAKANDA is an absolute must. You don't need a passport because you're all citizens. Check in at your local theatres - notice I put it in plural - because they're likely to be sold out - for schedules and prepare to be transported. I plan to go back and check out the 3-D version. What a ride! A thrill a minute - and eye popping African clothing based on the finest in traditional dress. Make sure you give full credit to the writers directors, designers, and the entire crew! And of course the entire cast. They have done us proud. History in the making, unfolding right before our eyes, in real time. It was exciting from beginning to end. WAKANDA Forever!!
AND TO ALL HAPPY BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION 24/7/365
NEW YORK CITY
FEBRUARY 25, 2018
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FEBRUARY 28, 2018
MANN TO HOST BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENT HONORING THREE REMARKABLE PHILADELPHIANS – FEB. 28
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts will host a Black History Month Soirée recognizing the achievements of three community advocates for their important contributions to Philadelphia. The celebratory event will include performances by the String Theory Charter School String Quartet and the Lincoln University Concert Choir. Award recipients are:
Callalily Cousar, president of the East Parkside Residents Association, will be honored for her superb leadership in the East Parkside Community;
Sara Lomax-Reese, president and CEO of WURD, will be celebrated for her innovation in amplifying the African-American voice
Rev. Dr. Mark Tyler, pastor of Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, will be recognized for his record of extraordinary service and leadership.
Wednesday, February 28, 2017
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
String Theory Charter School
About the Mann The Mann Center for the Performing Arts’ Education & Community Engagement Program reaches 30,000 young people annually and nearly 600,000 since 1997. The Mann’s Connecting Arts-N-Schools program offers city-wide schools a wide array of multicultural performances in music, theater and dance. This gives thousands of students the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and rhythms of live performances – often for the very first time.
Details of 2018 Community Festival, “Brilliantly Bernstein: Beyond the Baton”
to be Announced; Festival to Focus on Bernstein’s Legacy as a Social Justice Champion
This year’s festival celebrates the fifth consecutive year in which the Mann has mounted a season-long community festival aimed at engaging audiences of all ages. Presenting curatorial festivals reflects the Mann’s commitment to artistic excellence, collaboration and community engagement. The festival is presented through PNC Arts Alive and is created in partnership with NEWorks Productions.
WHO:
Catherine Cahill, President & CEO, the Mann
Nolan Williams, Jr., Festival Artistic Director, the Mann; CEO, NEWorks Productions, Collaborative Artistic Partner
Rhoda Blount, Senior Advisor for Education and Community Engagement, the Mann
Marian B. Tasco, Retired Philadelphia Councilwoman (event emcee)
Callalily Cousar, President, the East Parkside Residents Association
Sara Lomax-Reese, President & CEO, WURD
Rev. Dr. Mark Tyler, Pastor, Mother Bethel AME Church
Make sure you attend at least one of the upcoming BLACK HISTORY MONTH Events - If we don't celebrate us, who will???
NOW THAT YOU KNOW
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
Stay Blessed &
ECLECTICALLY BLACK
Gloria
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