Category: Art & Culture
Detroit Institute of Arts ‘Regeneration’ exhibit spotlights trailblazing filmmakers, actors from early Black cinema
The Detroit Institute of Arts’ “Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971″ exhibit highlights the trailblazing African American filmmakers and actors from the early days of cinema through the Civil Rights Movement. Host Stephen Henderson speaks with Detroit Institute of Arts Curator and Head of the Center for African American Art Valerie Mercer about the museum’s landmark exhibition.
Read MoreLocal documentary telling Detroit’s jazz legacy premieres at 2024 Freep Film Festival
The 11th annual Freep Film Festival returns to various locations across Detroit and its suburbs, featuring a host of local documentaries with strong ties to the community. One local documentary, “The Best of the Best: Jazz from Detroit,” explores the city’s innovative and influential jazz scene and its impact on the world. “American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson talks with the film’s co-producer and writer Mark Stryker.
Read MoreLocal documentary opens 2024 Freep Film Festival, features Rouge High School basketball team
The city of River Rouge, just outside of Detroit, is the focus of the opening night film for this year’s Freep Film Festival. The documentary called “Rouge” was directed by local filmmaker Hamoody Jaafar. He talked to One Detroit Senior Producer Bill Kubota about the River Rouge High School Panthers and their long string of state championships.
Read More2024 Freep Film Festival spotlights local documentaries and filmmakers
Cinephiles and documentary enthusiasts are getting ready for the start of the 2024 Freep Film Festival April 10-14. One Detroit contributor Stephen Henderson, host of “American Black Journal,” talks with the festival’s Artistic Director and Co-Founder, Kathy Kieliszewski, and local filmmaker Razi Jafri, about what attendees can expect this year.
Read MoreDetroit symposium aims to tackle health disparities facing Black men
The Wayne State University School of Medicine, the Wayne Mobile Health Unit and community stakeholders host a symposium on Black men’s health. Scheduled for April 13 at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church in Detroit, the “Brother, Let’s Talk: A Conversation on Black Men’s Health” symposium aims to shed light on the disparities and health challenges faced by Black men.
Read More‘Breaking the Waves,’ ‘Cunning Little Vixen’ coming to Detroit Opera to close out 23-24 season
As Detroit Opera closes out its season, two new productions, “Breaking the Waves” and “The Cunning Little Vixen,” will make their Detroit premiere. One Detroit contributor Sarah Zientarski talks with Detroit Opera Artistic Director Yuval Sharon about the opera’s two upcoming productions and its place in Detroit’s history.
Read MorePoet Nikki Giovanni discusses her literary works, outer space and a new documentary about her life
A new documentary, “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project” details the extraordinary life and career of renowned poet Nikki Giovanni. Contributor Cecelia Sharpe sat down with Giovanni at the Wright Museum for a wide-ranging conversation about her life, career, literary works and future plans. Plus, Giovanni discusses the “Going to Mars” documentary and her fascination with outer space.
Read MoreEight-year-old Detroiter Rosie White goes viral for impersonations of Black icons, historical figures
Robyn McKee, or Rosie White as she’s known online, has gained national attention online for her video impressions of Black icons, capturing the attention of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg and Michelle Obama. One Detroit’s Daijah Moss talks with Rosie, 8, of Detroit and her family about the inspiration, challenges and moments they’ve shared along the way.
Read MoreOne Detroit Weekend: March 1, 2024
Check out the world premiere of “Debating Destiny,” catch Paw Patrol Live! at the Fox Theatre, get a taste of spring at the Hospitality House Food Pantry, and more. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”
Read MoreBlack student artwork on display at The Carr Center, Bedrock’s ‘Celebrating Black Arts’ exhibit
The Carr Center and Bedrock have teamed up to celebrate Black arts with a new exhibit for Black History Month. The exhibit features artwork by 23 student artists and 10 emerging and established artists from Detroit. The Carr Center President Oliver Ragsdale shares details about the exhibit and its importance during Black History Month.
Read MoreZekelman Holocaust Center re-opens newly renovated exhibit now focused on local survivor stories
The Zekelman Holocaust Center has opened its newly renovated core exhibit, which now puts Holocaust survivors’ and victims’ stories at the forefront. The exhibition uses new technology and updated historical information to recount their memories and honor their legacy. One Detroit’s Sarah Zientarski attended the opening ceremony to learn about the changes.
Read More‘The Chinese Lady,’ play about first Chinese woman in America, premieres in Michigan
A fourteen-year-old Chinese girl came to America 190 years ago – said to be the first female Chinese immigrant to set foot here during the 1800s. Now a play, “The Chinese Lady” at the Tipping Point Theatre through March 3, recounts the remarkable life of Afong Moy and her Chinese servant Atung. One Detroit’s Bill Kubota visits a dress rehearsal of the show and talks with the cast.
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