‘Fruitvale Station’ Gets Big Applause at Cannes
CANNES, FRANCE–Shot on a low budget of less than a million dollars, Sundance Film Festival winner “Fruitvale Station” is taking the Cannes Film Festival by storm. (more…)
MILES DAVIS AS ARTIST OF THE MONTH FOR MAY 2013
On May 16, at 3pm, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission will honor Miles Davis at a Medallion Ceremony at 312 West 77th Street, the brownstone townhouse, purchased by Davis in 1958, that served as both home and working environment for the artist for 25 years. (more…)
Gerald Wilson Orchestra to perform at Catalina Bar & Grill
Cinco de Mayo will celebrate with the sounds of the Gerald Wilson Orchestra at Catalina Bar and Grill in Hollywood, California, May 5, 2013, featuring guest artist, Bennie Maupin. (more…)
International Jazz Day April 30th
Istanbul, Turkey – The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Republic of Turkey, and the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz have joined together to celebrate jazz as a universal language of freedom. (more…)
Music for Peace
A concert featuring The Ikeda Kings Orchestra conducted by Bennie Maupin and honoring the legendary band leader, composer and arranger Gerald Wilson. April 21 at 2:00 pm (more…)
Festival Egungun Au Benin
March 28, 2013, Porto-novo, Benin. Egungun Art Culture was created by Sedric Akinocho in 2010. (more…)
The Kill Hole
directed by Mischa Webley, starring Chadwick Boseman (“42”) and Tory Kittles (“Get Rich Or Die Trying,” “Miracle at St. Anna” ). The film opens in LA on March 22nd at the Rave theatre in Baldwin Hills before heading to iTunes and DVD release on April 9th. (more…)
The Kill Hole and Babe’s & Ricky’s Inn at PAFF
(US/Narrative Feature/89min) | screening at 1 p.m | Rave Cinema Theatre 15
Director: Mischa Webley (more…)
Iconic Social Activist Angela Davis Will Be the Special Guest for PAFF Closer
Executive Producer Jada Pinkett Smith Will Join Davis for Los Angeles Premiere
of “Free Angela and All Political Prisoners” (more…)
The National Center for Afro-American Artist
(NCAAA) is a private, not-for-profit institution committed to preserving and fostering the cultural arts heritage of black peoples worldwide through arts teaching, and the presentation of professional works in all fine arts disciplines. (more…)
Pan African Film Festival
CELEBRATE OUR 21ST ANNIVERSARY WITH US FEBRUARY 7-18, 2013 @ THE BALDWIN HILLS CRENSHAW PLAZA & RAVE CINEMAS BALDWIN HILLS 15 (more…)
CARL RANDALL TRIBUTE AND BENEFIT CONCERT
DECEMBER 16, 2012 FROM 12 NOON TO 5PM LOCATION: Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Suite 101, Los Angeles, CA. (more…)
Asava Dance and Bennie Maupin presents “Exit from the Blue Room”
Thursday, December 6, 7:30 pm
Margo Albert Theatre
located at Plaza de la Raza,
3540 N. Mission Rd.,
Los Angeles,CA 90031 (more…)
Church Oakland,L.A.,NYC
Mark de Clive-Lowe…”i’m fresh back from a non-stop two week europe tour – thanks to everyone who came out in london, sierre, bologna, verona, milano, padova, paris and istanbul” (more…)
17 Points to Longevity in Show Business
Author Stephanie Spruill wants you to watch EXTRA TV, Monday, November 12, at 7:00 pm PST on NBC, with host Mario Lopez, (more…)
19TH ANNUAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN FILM MARKETPLACE AND S.E. MANLY SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
NOVEMBER 9-11, 2012
A GREAT DAY IN BLACK HOLLYWOOD – A SALUTE TO LOCAL CHAMPION PHOTOGRAPHERS (more…)
Asava Dance with Bennie Maupin Live
Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM (PST) (more…)
Watts Towers Drum & Jazz Festivals
September 29-30th
Every year, thousands of music lovers, drummers, and families attend the Watts Towers Day of the Drum and Jazz Festivals the last weekend in September. Admission is FREE for this annual two-day music festival that features world-class live music and drumming performances, (more…)
L.A. County Fair 90th Anniversary
The L.A. County Fair is turning 90 years old in 2012 and it is throwing the biggest party ever. (more…)
Cirque du Soleil:Michael Jackson The Immortal Tour
A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael’s creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down, (more…)
Levitt Pavilion Pasadena presents 10th annual summer music festival
June 16-August 26
This series of 50 free music concerts, under the stars, at the historic Memorial Park band shell in the heart of Old Pasadena. This year marks our tenth anniversary season. (more…)
2012 Summer of Code
BlackGirlsCODE will hold programming workshops in seven cities across the country for girls of color during our 2012 SUMMER of CODE. (more…)
Films @ CAAM
In Celebration of Black Music Month
Thursdays, June 7, 14 & 21 (more…)
GET HEALTHY Pasadena 2012
June 2, 2012 9am – 5pm
Jazzy Jam
Booker’s Place: A Mississippi Story
This is an intensely personal film about children seeking to understand their parents, but it is also a heartbreaking portrait of the legacy of intolerance. In 1965, documentary filmmaker Frank DeFelitta traveled to Mississippi to shoot a film on the subject of racism in the American South. (more…)
Earth Women
An Exhibition of Original Paintings and Assemblage Art
Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2012 1:00 p.m. (more…)
Visual Rhythms at CAAM
April 26 – July 1, 2012
This exhibition presents new works recently accessioned to the California African American Museum’s Permanent Collection, several that had not been on display for almost a decade and a few that had never been shown. (more…)
Rallies Mark One Month Anniversary Of Trayvon Martin’s Death
Dozens of rallies are planned across the state on Monday to mark the one month anniversary of death of 17-year old Trayvon Martin.
Marley
On the birthday of legendary artist Bob Marley, the distribution shingle has announced the acquisition of Kevin MacDonald‘s documentary “Marley” which will now premiere in theaters and on VOD and digital platforms on April 20th. Yep, that’s right, a 4/20 release for the Marley doc. (more…)
Buddha, in his own words
A One Man Show
a fantastic journey
Written & Performed by Evan Brenner Directed by John C. Reilly
March 2 til April 1
PROGRAM: The life of the Buddha in his own words – the evolution of his (more…)
High Chicago,Trailer
High Chicago @ Pan African Film Festival Feb 18th @ 2:25pm Rave Cinemas 3650 W. Martin Luther King Blvd. Watch trailer, then Attend. (more…)
The 20th Annual PAFF
LOS ANGELES – The Pan-African Film Festival will kick off festivities with a star-studded Opening Night Gala on Thursday, February 9, 2012. The Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) will celebrate its 20thanniversary in grand style with a string of highly-anticipated films. (more…)
LA PALABRA
January 22, 2012 starting at 2:00 pm Featuring: Luis J. Rodriguez reading from his book:
It Calls You Back: An Odyssey through Love, Addiction, Revolutions, and Healing (more…)
Fela at the Ahmanson is a hit!
First, you’ll feel it in your feet. Then you’ll feel it in your soul . That’s the undeniable power of FELA!
FELA! will now be presented at the Ahmanson December 13 – January 22.
African Diaspora Art
For people that cannot afford to travel to another country anytime soon, visiting “The African Diaspora in the Art of Miguel Covarrubias Driven By Color, Shaped By Culture’” (more…)
Now Dig This!
Art and Black Los Angeles 1960 – 1980
October 2, 2011 – January 8, 2012
Now Dig This! examines a pioneering group of African American artists whose work, connections, and friendships with other artists (more…)
Blues for an Alabama Sky
Starring Robin Givens
The Pasadena Playhouse
Nov.1-27, 2011 (more…)
“Pity the Proud Ones”
The Robey Theatre Company presents the World Premier
Written by Kurt Dana Maxey, Directed by Ben Guillory
Wadada Leo Smith: Ten Freedom Summers
Harmony for Humanity Concert
| 10th Annual Daniel Pearl World Music Days |
| Artist: Bennie Maupin |
| Date: Sunday, 10/09/2011 |
| Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (more…) |
All Jazzed Up At CAAM!
Sunday, October 2, 2011
With CAAM honoring legendary music innovator Herbie Hancock at our upcoming gala, (more…)
Watts Towers Festivals Trailer 2011
The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and the Friends of Watts Towers Arts Center are proud to present this annual two-day festival of music, drumming, drum circles, dancing, art exhibitions, (more…)
Men Educating Men About Health
Men’s Meeting!
The mission of Men Educating Men About Health (MEMAH) is dedicated to raising the awareness, importance, and understanding of Men’s health issues. (more…)
Ready, Get Set, It’s A Caribbean Fete!
Hear calypso, punta, soca and salsa, with reggae on the side at CAAM’s Labor Day Weekend Extravaganza! Featuring Caribbean artists from the islands in brilliant costumes. Dance to your favorite songs. (more…)
7th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival
Clips from the Haitian political documentary will have their world premiere opening night at the Arclight Hollywood on Aug. 11. (more…)
102nd NAACP Annual Convention: Affirming America’s Promise
Message from President Barack Obama (more…)
Public Speaking For Everyday People
Build your Communication Skills
This one-day class will help you develop the skills and strategies to
* SPEAK with confidence in one-on-one or group settings
* Whether it’s a meeting with the boss or being Emcee at an event
* ARTICULATE effectively when writing letters
* Need to resolve an uncomfortable issue and create value instead of drama
* ANSWERING DIFFICULT QUESTIONS
* Learn how to do this and not feel like a ‘loser’
* ENTREPRENUERSHIP
* Ever think about starting your own business. Learn the steps to take
* …and much more!
UCLA Extension
Saturday, July 30
9am-4pm
Call 818-745-0395 Or visit: www.dpryorpresents.com for more info (“What’s New” Tab)
(Sorry, no enrollment at the door. Enroll online ASAP)
Bennie Maupin with Bitches Brew and Beyond Tour
They are all sons of Bitches Brew. In 1969, the year when he triumphed once again in Juan, Miles Davis recorded Bitches Brew, (more…)
American Black Film Festival
July 6, 2011 Time: 11:00 AM The American Black Film Festival
is a unique opportunity for black filmmakers,actors, producers, journalists and film fans to get together to watch the best new releases, network and party. (more…)
Discover the Gift
Thursday, July 7, 2011, 7:30pm Bodhi Tree Bookstore,West Hollywood, CA meet producers, Shajen Joy Aziz and Cherif Aziz for a screening of a specially selected teaser from the movie, a Q&A, and book/DVD signing. (more…)
Two Turntables and a Microphone: The Life and Death of Jam Master Jay
Thursday, June 23, 2011, 7pm – Films @ CAAM
Famed hip-hop DJ Jason Mizell, aka Jam Master Jay, was gunned down in his Queens studio. (more…)
Keoki Kahumoku and James Hill in concert
At the Temple Bar Tiki, Berkeley, CA, June 2-5 2011
Multi Grammy award winner Keoki Kahumoku and famed international ‘ukulele recording artist James Hill share their love of music (more…)
Get Healthy Celebration 2011
Men Educating Men About Health is proud to present this event on June 4, 2011, featuring the vocal talents of Barbara Morrison
(more…)
The New Jim Crow
An Afternoon with MICHELLE ALEXANDER Saturday, May 21, 2011 12:30 p.m.4:00 p.m. Riverside Church, Manhattan
Contrary to the rosy picture of race embodied in Barack Obama’s political success and Oprah Winfrey’s financial success, legal scholar Alexander argues vigorously and persuasively (more…)
A DIALOGUE BETWEEN CORNEL WEST AND CARL DIX
In the Age of Obama …
Police Terror, Incarceration, No Jobs, Mis-education:
WHAT FUTURE FOR OUR YOUTH?
Friday April 29 at 7:00 p.m. DeNeve Plaza Lecture Auditorium, UCLA, 351 Charles Young Drive West (more…)
LOS ANGELES WOMEN’S THEATRE FESTIVAL
A PREVIEW OF THE 18th ANNUAL LOS ANGELES WOMEN’S THEATRE FESTIVAL; OPENS MARCH 24 (more…)
SUNDAYS @ CAAM
The California African American Museum will kick-off Black History Month and celebrate the diverse influences and achievements in art, history and culture through a wide range of performances. (more…)
“I’m Gonna Miss You” released by Sir Gant & IVF
This is the first single released from the album entitled “The Journey”. The song is “I’m Gonna Miss You” featuring Marc Nelson on vocals. (more…)
BHERC
17th Annual African-American Film Marketplace and S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase
Date: December 10 – 12, 201 Raleigh Studios
5300 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 0038 (more…)
Night Song for the Boatman
NIGHTSONG FOR THE BOATMAN BY JOVANKA BACH
Opens Nov. 19th at the Odyssey Theatre for a limited engagement
Producer John Stark, was rummaging through his dear deceased wife Jovanka Bach’s belongings, (more…)
Harlem Renaissance Daze
“Harlem Renaissance Daze.” Don your fedora, strut your Zoot suit & show off your mink stole! The Towne Street Theatre honors the Wilfandel House (LA’s oldest African American women’s (more…)
MARK de CLIVE-LOWE presents CHURCH
Angels Piano Bar, 2460 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica
Sunday 7 November 8pm-2am | $10 on the door (more…)
ALAMBAMENTO
Screening in Los Angeles Wednesday, Nov 3 8:00pm
at the El Cid Theater, Los Feliz, CA, we will be screening ALAMBAMENTO at this awesome venue, in Los Angeles, with a group of other great short films. (more…)
FELA COMES TO HARLEM
A HISTORIC BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
PREMIERE SCREENING OF THE NEW DOCUMENTARY
Smiley & West
Tavis Smiley and Cornel West Team Up For Radio Show
Princeton professor Cornel West and broadcaster Tavis Smiley are joining forces this fall (more…)
“THE GLASS MENAGERIE”
OPENS SEPTEMBER 12 AT CTG/MARK TAPER FORUM
Performances Continue Through October 17, 2010
A fresh interpretation of Tennessee Williams’ haunting memory play “The Glass Menagerie” opens at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum at the Los Angeles Music Center on Sunday, September 12 at 7 p.m. Previews are currently underway and performances continue through October 17, 2010. (more…)
Lou Beatty Jr. cast in Let Freedom Ring
Lange Productions Presents
Let Freedom Ring
Based on a true story …almost!
At
The Stella Adler Theatre
Watts Up
Watts Towers Arts Center & Charles Mingus Youth Arts Center
June 30 – July 30, 2010 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Watts Towers Arts Center, Charles Mingus Youth Arts Center Summer Arts Camp (more…)
Leimert Park Art Walk
Sunday, June 27
Time: 10:00am to 10:00pm
Location: 4343 Leimert Blvd
Northwest African American Museum
POETRY READING & BOOK SIGNING With TAAJ
The Northwest African American Museum will host TAAJ on Thursday; June 17, 2010 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at 2300 South Massachusetts Street Seattle, Washington 98144, Phone 206-518-5237 (more…)
California African American Museum
CURRENT EXHIBITS
Dance Theatre of Harlem: 40 Years of Firsts
February 4 – July 4, 2010 (more…)
2nd Annual African American Male Intergenerational Conference
FRI – MAY 21 6 pm – 9 pm Keynote Speaker Michael Brunker,Exec Dir Jackie Robinson Family YMCA (more…)