The Black girl Magic Behind Charlotte dos Santos New Album Cleo
Above: Photo by Nathan Bajar. The 2017 news cycle has forced me to indulge in self-care, reflection and my need to embrace my roots.
National Black Programming Consortium Scores NEA Grant
The Harlem-based National Black Programming Consortium (NBPC) has been awarded funding from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for its signature public television series and incubator for broadcast and web series.
The Music of Sister Rosetta Tharpe Hits the Stage July 26
Pasadena Playhouse presents the new musical Shout Sister Shout!, featuring a book by Cheryl West and score based on the music of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
Zane Muholi Stuns in Two Back-to-Back Exhibits
“I document for the world to know of our existence” is the mission and driving force that has seen Zanele Muholi continue to produce images that command attention.
Soul of a Nation: Art in the Age of Black Power Opens at the Tate Modern July 12
Above: Wadsworth Jarrell, Revolutionary 1972 Private Collection © Wadsworth Jarrell What did it mean to be a Black artist in the USA during the Civil Rights movement and at the birth of Black Power?
Top Five Projects at ABFF 2017
When you think about a festival that gives a platform to independent filmmakers, you may automatically think of Sundance or Cannes, maybe even Pan African.
Art Basel Experiences Exceptional Sales
Above: Department Store, Mobile, Alabama, 1956 © Photograph by Gordon Parks. Courtesy of and copyright The Gordon Parks Foundation At the world’s premier show for Modern and contemporary works, exceptional sales across all sectors The 48th edition of Art Basel in Basel closed on Sunday, June 18, 2017, with galleries throughout the show reporting exceptional sales, pointing to Art Basel’s ability to convene leading galleries and collectors from around the world.
ABFF Short Films Light Up Miami Beach
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) opened June 14 in Miami Beach. This film and actors retreat is a popular weekend for Black filmmakers and performers alike with the crown jewel being the HBO Short Film Competition.
Papa Keith Brings Summer Fun to Liberty City
South Florida’s favorite radio host Papa Keith made a big decision a few months ago. He put his mouth where his time is and used music and his resources to bring fun and a sense of peace to Liberty City.
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Partner to Host Community Day Film Screenings Father’s Day Weekend
The 21st American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is set to close its expansive schedule with a spirited community event in partnership with the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), in tandem with Miami Film Month.This annual Community Day celebration will take place on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex (212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, Fl 33137) from 3pm-10pm.