A review of the socio and political influences of the Black Arts Movement of the 1960’s and 70’s by asking “what path was left unexplored.” Today we set THE stage for tomorrows Black ARTS in Oakland!
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Art begins with a willingness to face a blank page.
“Resistance, Resilience, & Anticipation: A Fresh Look at The Black Arts Movement,” artist talks, art exhibit, and film screenings/directors, present. completed
The artist creates the material that we look back upon as part of history
-Roy Decarva
Evolutionary Blues West Oakland's Music Legacy
Invite filmmaker Cheryl Fabio to talk about the making of this amazing story of migration, music and politics, along with the screening of the film.
Rainbow Black Poet Sarah Webster Fabio
This 31 minute film was originally shot in 16mm. It was made in 1975 by Cheryl Fabio, Sarah’s daughter. Indiana University Black film Center archives received a grant to preserve it. Screening of Rainbow Black can easily be booked by email.
