As we continue to feature African American female writers, this week we showcase Toni Morrison. Morrison is one of most beloved female writers in American history. She has exceptional creative energy for examining the life of African American women and the black experience. I have a few of her books in my home library. Here are a few books; I would like to recommend. Beloved, … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black women writers: Toni Morrison
Arts and Entertainment
Oscars: women, people of color triumph on night of firsts (and seconds)
Oscar Sunday marked a night of important firsts — and seconds — for diverse artists and filmmakers and their Hollywood contributions. The 2019 telecast started making history almost immediately. After Regina King accepted best supporting actress for If Beale Street Could Talk, Ruth E. Carter became the first African American woman to ever win best costume design, for her … [Read more...] about Oscars: women, people of color triumph on night of firsts (and seconds)
Jim Crow Effects: Open Wounds in Need of Healing
Special event set for March 2, 2019, 4:00 - 6:30 pm, at King Drive Commons Gallery and Studio of African Diaspora Culture, 2767 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive The residual effects of Jim Crow laws are still current in our society today--- even in Milwaukee. We see them in education, housing, the legal system and other areas, resulting in pain and suffering. The entire … [Read more...] about Jim Crow Effects: Open Wounds in Need of Healing
Meet Cynthia M. Roberson – donation ambassador for the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin
In August 2014 Cynthia had kidney failure and went through dialysis for 3½ years. In March 2018, she got the call and on March 21, 2018 she had a kidney transplant at UW Health Hospital in Madison. “I am forever grateful for another chance of life that God granted me,” Cynthia says. “I am deeply appreciative of the family that chose to donate to save MY LIFE! I want people … [Read more...] about Meet Cynthia M. Roberson – donation ambassador for the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin
‘Black Panther’ makes SAG Awards history with Best Ensemble win
Ryan Coogler's groundbreaking Hollywood superhero film Black Panther made history Sunday night, Janaury 27, 2019, by winning the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture. Not only is the Disney and Marvel Studios tentpole the first superhero picture ever to be awarded best ensemble; it's the biggest-grossing film to walk away … [Read more...] about ‘Black Panther’ makes SAG Awards history with Best Ensemble win
Born2Dream presents ‘ART WORK’ exhibit at Gallery Night and Day
Milwaukee artist and entrepreneur Darrin Reasby, the founder of Born2Dream, presents, "ART WORK: An Exhibit of Innovative Canvas Paintings Featuring Speakers." The art works in this exhibit will have built-in speakers, that will mix sound with the painted image. The show will also feature photographs by local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp, whose work has been featured in The … [Read more...] about Born2Dream presents ‘ART WORK’ exhibit at Gallery Night and Day
Skylight Musical Theater presents ‘Five Guys Named Moe’
Five Guys Named Moe, a joyful, jazzy tribute to Louis Jordan, the 1940s rhythm and blues singer, songwriter and bandleader, runs January 25 to February 10, 2019, at Skylight Music Theatre. It features more than 25 songs, including favorites such as Saturday Night Fish Fry and Choo Choo Ch’ Boogie. The show is directed by local artist and Bronzeville Arts Ensemble co-founder … [Read more...] about Skylight Musical Theater presents ‘Five Guys Named Moe’
Grammy-winning ‘song stylist’ Nancy Wilson dead at 81
Nancy Wilson, the Grammy- winning “song stylist” and torch singer whose polished pop-jazz vocals made her a platinum artist and top concert performer, has died. Wilson, who retired from touring in 2011, died Decemebr 13, 2018 after a long illness at her home in Pioneertown, a California desert community near Joshua Tree National Park, her manager and publicist Devra Hall … [Read more...] about Grammy-winning ‘song stylist’ Nancy Wilson dead at 81
‘Black Nativity’ by Langston Hughes returns to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall for 2018
Black Nativity by Langston Hughes will run December 7-16, 2018 with a special Community Night preview performance on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall. Directed by Bronzeville Arts Ensemble’s co-founder Malkia Stampley, the production features returning music director/arranger, Antoine Reynolds and choreography by Daync Studio’s … [Read more...] about ‘Black Nativity’ by Langston Hughes returns to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall for 2018
Mother of Oprah Winfrey passes away on Thanksgiving, family confirms
Friends, family and local relatives are mourning the passing of Vernita Lee -- the mother of Oprah Winfrey. She was 83 years old. Oprah’s niece told TODAY’S TMJ4’s Carole Meekins that Lee passed away on Thanksgiving. Lee was known for her kindness, warmth and faith. She will be deeply missed by loved ones. A Winfrey spokeswoman on Monday, November 26, 2018 issued a … [Read more...] about Mother of Oprah Winfrey passes away on Thanksgiving, family confirms