Tag Archives: Sekou Sundiata

Walter’s World: Tongues of Fire Choir

By Walter Rutledge

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On Saturday, April 27 the Apollo Theater presented Tongues of Fire Choir by poet, performer, and teacher Sekou Sundiata and composer/trombonist Craig Harris. The production, which premiered at Harlem’s Aaron Davis Hall in 1996, is part of Blink Your Eyes: Sekou Sundiata Revisited, a seven-month citywide retrospective celebrating the work and creative legacy of Sekou Sundiata (1948- 2007). Continue reading

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Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Dance, Music and Poetry- April 26 (with video)

By Walter Rutledge

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This weekend spring has finally sprung! There is dance in Chelsea and downtown, while uptown the tribute continues for a Harlem born artist . These are a few of the many events happening around the city and in our community. Continue reading

Walter’s World: Sekou Sundiata Retrospective Begins Today

By Walter Rutledge

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Blink Your Eyes: Sekou Sundiata Revisited, a seven-month citywide retrospective celebrating the work and creative legacy of poet, playwright, performer, and educator Sekou Sundiata (1948–2007) begins tonight Tuesday, April 2 with a dialogue entitled Sekou Sundiata: Writer/Teacher/Activist at The New School, Theresa Lang Community and Student Center from 6 to 8 pm. Continue reading

WeDaPeoples Cabaret at HarlemStage

UPTOWN NIGHTS
WEDAPEOPLES CABARET

Sat, Sep 25 • 9:30 pm • Aaron Davis Hall

Carl Hancock Rux curates a raucous night of artistic tributes to Abbey Lincoln and Max Roach, inspired by Sekou Sundiata’s art and activism. Featuring Helga Davis, Queen Esther, Toshi Reagon, Greg Tate , Continue reading