Founded by Alvin Ailey in 1958, this New York-based company is considered one of the most acclaimed dance companies in the world. Their signature piece 'Revelations' is one of the most seen works of m...
This film tells the inspiring, true story of three African American women who played a crucial role at NASA during the early days of the space race. It is a feel-good, well-crafted drama that highligh...
Hughes captures the lived, vibrant memory of a community and a time. His poetry is infused with the rhythm of jazz and the directness of the spoken word, making the past feel immediate and vital. Its...
Jacqueline Woodson's 'Brown Girl Dreaming' is a lyrical memoir in verse recounting her childhood growing up in the 1960s and 70s, navigating issues of race, identity, and family. The book offers a uni...
This film centers on a former beauty queen who pushes her daughter to follow in her footsteps, while also navigating the complexities of race, identity, and societal expectations. 'Miss Juneteenth' of...
Jennie Livingstons vibrant, essential documentary explores the drag ball culture of 1980s New York City. It provides a crucial look at the lives of Black and Latino LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting th...
Helen G. Milliner, a pioneering African American philanthropist, dedicated her life to supporting education and community development in Richmond, Virginia. She established the Milliner & Weakley Foun...
August Wilsons 'Century Cycle' is a monumental achievement in American literature, chronicling the African American experience across each decade of the 20th century. Plays like 'Fences' and 'The Pian...
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