Saturday, December 4th 11 am-1 pm
A Laying on of Hands: An Afternoon with Ntozake Shange
A Laying on of Hands: An Afternoon with Ntozake Shange
The playwright and author of “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf” and the newly released "Some Sing, Some Cry" will be on hand for an afternoon of literature, learning and love. Through performances, a discussion and readings we will explore the ways Ms. Shange’s work has touched so many lives.
Panelists include:
Dr. Imani Perry (Moderator) - Prof. of African American Studies at Princeton University
Aishah Shahidah Simmons - Documentarian, "No! The Rape Documentary"
Bassey Ikpi - Poet, Writer, contributor to TheRoot.com, Essence.com and The Huffington Post
Dr. Kimmika Willama Witherspoon - Professor of Theatre at Temple University
Also featuring: The Elder Choir of Immanuel Lutheran Church and Mem Nahadr from the "For Colored Girls" Soundtrack
Book signing immediately following
For more information visit: http://ntozakeshangeevent.eventbrite.com/
Tickets are also available at the door on the day of the event.
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