How Music and Art Have Helped Black Americans Weather Troubling Times
In 1975, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes laid down a melodic mandate that applies to our times: “Wake up, everybody / No more ...
‘South of Midnight’ Developer Team On Weaving Together Complex History And Black American Narratives To “Make A Love Letter For The South”
Vengeful spirits, grief-stricken souls and a massively ravenous gator lie in wait for saving in Compulsion Games’ upcoming ...
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Exhibition of Black figures at the Philly Art Museum is right on time
“The Time Is Always Now” is a touring exhibition that originated at the National Portrait Gallery in London, where Eshun is ...
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History Colorado reimagines museum experience through new art
De la Tierra: Reflections of Place in the Upper Río Grande is an exhibition currently on display at the History Colorado ...
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The Surprising Artwork That Inspired Netflix’s ‘The Piano Lesson,’ a New Movie Based on August Wilson’s Award-Winning Play
A Romare Bearden print served as a starting point for the American playwright's 1987 drama, which follows a Black family's ...
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A Black artist and a Jewish artist mock the KKK in a new Jewish Museum show
Works by Philip Guston and Trenton Doyle Hancock suggest the possibilities — and limitations — of satirical art.
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Levine | The case for political art, now more than ever
The history of political art, in its vast potential, shows how stories can be crafted and morale can be boosted to spark the ...
The Biggest Surprise at the Met’s Egypt Show? Live Performance
Black artists have long claimed ancient Egypt as their own. Now they’re telling their stories in person on the museum’s floor.
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How Bob Thompson Created an Art Community
Fearless, prolific, and protean from the start of his career, Thompson was able to absorb influences from both contemporary ...
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Artists merge drag with fine art for upcoming exhibit
The Coronation” explores Black and queer identities through Black drag artistry in both fine art displays and a night of ...
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Yale University to Launch Course on Beyoncé’s Impact on Black Radical Tradition and Culture
Yale University is stepping into formation with a new course dedicated to studying Beyoncé’s political and cultural impact. Set to launch this upcoming spring semester, the course “Beyoncé Makes ...
Relive the glory days of tech with GRID Studio’s Black Friday deals
GRID Studio is offering a 20% discount on iconic gadgets turned into unique art pieces, which are perfect for home decor and ...