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JUNE 24 + jULY 1 | Back in the Black series at the Anacostia Arts Center

Back in the Black
A series of multi-media presentations celebrating collected artistry and creative genius of early 20th Century African American playwrights and filmmakers.  Produced by All About the Drama Theatre Group, Prosperity Media, Koalaty Entertainment, Zhanra Group

June 24, 2023
Talking Loud Saying Something

Celebrates Black artists in historic theater and film. Join the BIB Ensemble for an informative evening of enhanced readings from four Creative Geniuses: Angelina Weld Grimke,

Willis Richardson, Henrietta Vinton Davis, & Ruby Dee. 


Saturday, June 24, 2023, | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Anacostia Arts Center | 1231 Good Hope Road SE | Washington, DC 20020

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July 1, 2023
Through the Lens of Black Film Pioneers

We celebrate the collected artistry and creative genius of early 20th-century African American filmmakers. A look at the forerunners who provided cinematography of positive images of black culture that had never been explored. Special Guest Panelist: Filmmaker/Producer/Educator, Dr. Sherelle Williams

Saturday, July 1, 2023, | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Anacostia Arts Center | 1231 Good Hope Road SE | Washington, DC 20020

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