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A Heated Discussion-Revisited is playing through June 17th. Check the schedulefor times and dates available. ABOUT THE STORY: Living in these turbulent times of political, social, and racial unrest, imagine what would happen if historical icons of the past were summoned by three Yoruba African Orishas to offer their commentary on what is going on in today’s world. What would that encounter yield? This is what occurs in, A Heated Discussion-Revisited. The icons are Malcolm X, Zora Neale Hurston, Lorraine Hansberry, Dr. Martin Luther King, Maya Angelou, Tupac Shakur, Ida B. Wells, Dr. Francis Cress Welsing, James Baldwin, Bob Marley, Nina Simone, Richard Pryor, and lastly a mysteriously powerful figure who may offer the solution. Given that they are all very passionate, vocal, and controversial, their encounter can only be heated when they discuss the status of Black America today. What will they say? What choices remain for what many feel are the most troubled times for Black people in America since the 60s? It will be a provocative, smoldering, urgent discussion that is desperately needed. What solutions will arise to resolve police killings, systemic racism, historical bias, and the violent enmity that fuels these acts? Some of the solutions will shock you, or maybe not. “Open your ears” and Welcome to A Heated Discussion-Revisited.DURATION: At approximately 3:00 hrs. And a 10-minute intermission. 1st Act 1:30 and 2nd Act 1:30.Age Recommendation for audience ages 13+.

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Explore the Power of Black Excellence in Film Filmmaking has always been something I've been passionate about in my life. Let's embark on a Juneteenth cinematic journey, as we recognize the stories that define the essence of Black filmmaking. Here are 3 steps: Step 1: Explore the history of Black film - from Oscar Micheaux, Gordon Parks, Spike Lee, Ava DuVernay, Steve McQueen, Barry Jenkins, Dee Rees and Jordan Peele - trace the roots and evolution of black storytelling on screen. Step 2: Celebrate iconic Black characters - These memorable figures are not just entertaining; they represent resilience, strength, and empowerment. Step 3: Analyze the impact of these films on society - Understand how these stories challenge stereotypes, inspire conversations, and build bridges. Let's celebrate black creativity together by sharing your favorite black film masterpiece in the comments below. 🗣️🎥 #Juneteenth #Film

👏🏽Cord, said what he said! 💻Via: American Black Film Festival. 🗣️Quote: “1. Authentic Representation:- Cord Jefferson emphasized the need for authentic representation of Black characters in stories, debunking the idea that certain clichéd settings and characters are necessary for broad appeal.2. Market for Diverse Black Stories:- Jefferson highlighted the market for broad and authentic depictions of Black life, stressing that non-stereotypical narratives can resonate with a wide audience and should be embraced by the industry.3. Breaking Stereotypes in Storytelling:- The speech underscored the importance of breaking stereotypes in storytelling, emphasizing the potential for non-clichéd narratives that authentically reflect the diverse experiences of Black characters.” #Oscars #CordJefferson

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Normally a fan of everything Pretty Little Marketer share, but this one in particular has really caught my eye…As a marketer, daily tasks and rolling projects consume all our time and we forget to look back on what we have been doing and take those learnings into each month 🔭We are quick to analyse a campaign, and use data, insights and learnings to improve performance for marketing activity, but our individual performance and ways of working is only ever touched upon in 121’s or appraisals! We are responsible for our individual progress as a marketer, additional guidance and support along the way is a bonus ➕Personal critique and weekly reflection is about to be a repeat booking in my calendar 🗓️

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The best break down of how to keep up with your marketing performance 🙌🏽

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Isabella Deshon knew she loved movies from the moment her dad took her to the theater. However, she didn't know she was passionate about making them until high school. Since then, she has pursued this passion, which led her to our Bachelor in Communication and Digital Media.During her time at IE University, Isabella has explored her creativity through the IE Theater Club, and the IE Short Film Festival, where students can showcase their skills in a relaxed environment. Learn more about her artistic pursuits in the following episode of "In Their Shoes," or in this article.

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The ancient philosopher Pythagoras believed that each of us experiences four lives: as a mineral, a vegetable, an animal and a human.Conceived, designed and directed by Theodora Skipitares, an award-winning interdisciplinary artist and theater director, the Four Lives has us diving into Pythagoras' quirky philosophy, finding ourselves in an immersive spectacle, bouncing between being a rock, a radish, and other random roles in our multi-life journey, guided by a symphony of puppets. It's a multi-sensory escapade that begs the question – in a past or future life, are we the main act or just background broccoli? This show is a fantastical blend of live music, puppetry, and existential fun, proving once again that being human is just one part of the cosmic gig.

Re/GeNeraTioN An Afro-Futuristic exhibition invites us to reimagine time, birth, life, and death. The work is an intersection with black cultural, spiritual and political practices and experiences. The exhibit reconceptualizes reproduction by aligning black hair as a vehicle to transport knowledge, history, and life narratives. The Re/GeneraTioN evolution carries ancestors’ adversities, epiphanies, and jubilation across visible and invisible terrains. These pathways hold memory yet invite and demand forward progression. How do our bodies move through time, dimensions, and spaces? What propels our spirits and keeps us moving as we coexist with the horrific and dehumanizing abuses of systematic oppressions? How do we navigate movement with memory borne from vexed realities while pressing into the now and having control of our futures? Black hair is magical. On the surface it’s dead but deep within our bodies each strain holds a connection to stories, mysteries, codes, self-concept, discovery, and songs of survival. Black hair has found its way to rituals and rites of passages. If wooly coils could speak, what would they say? Simply put, black hair has its own center and centeredness.

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Sankofa - an antithesis to "Forget the past, and just move on to the future!" .......Is there any possibility of doing away with the past and starting afresh a journey to a new era? As some people believe, the past is no more and has no influence on the present, let alone the future yet to come. On the other hand, some others are stuck in the past and cannot find the will or the energy to extricate themselves from its shackles to see a possibility for a new and different future. Or maybe there is a third way as portrayed in Haile Gerima's 1993 movie, Sankofa, to go to the past to find the motivation and learn the lessons to make the present and the future better. The movie focuses on the historical accounts and the ramifications of slavery in the U.S., as it still continues to influence the present-day realities despite the fact that it was long gone. It may even possibly continue to do so for years to come if we fail to learn the lessons from our past. The following review by Maya Lee and Davis Waln captures the evocative power of the movie and its relevance to the present day realities of the black diaspora in the U.S.….Read more: https://lnkd.in/gUSyrsrM

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This book talk is an in-person event open to the public, hosted by the Costume Studies program in the Dept. of Art and Art Professions at New York University. I hope to see many of my friends in the NYC area. To attend, please RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gANc8e5e#nyucostumestudies#bloomsburypublishing#dresshistoryofkorea#booktalk#koreandress#koreanfashion#costumestudy

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