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Black History Storyteller Carolyn Evans Performs As Sojourner Truth And Harriet Tubman On JARO’s Podcast

Carolyn Evans, a professional Black history storyteller and actress, is bridging the gap between generations by continuing the tradition of storytelling. Growing up in New York, Evans discovered her love for storytelling as a young girl, when she would entertain her family with songs, stories, and dancing. As a young adult, she was granted opportunities […]

‘Josephine Baker: Icon in Motion’: A Fusion of Artistry and Activism in New German Exhibition

In 1926, Josephine Baker, the iconic French dancer and singer, burst onto the Berlin stage, mesmerizing audiences with her exhilarating Charleston performance at the Nelson Theater on Kurfürstendamm. Nearly a century later, a groundbreaking exhibition at Berlin’s Neue Nationalgalerie now delves deep into Baker’s extraordinary life and lasting impact. Born in 1906 as Freda Josephine […]

James Baldwin’s 100th Birthday Is Celebrated By Penguin Classics And A Partnership With Hay Festival

To celebrate James Baldwin’s 100th birthday, Penguin Classics has unveiled a series of new releases and partnered with the Hay Festival. The year-long tribute to Baldwin’s legacy began with the launch of Penguin Classics’ “On the Road” podcast episode, which is hosted by Henry Eliot and centers on Baldwin’s novel Giovanni’s Room. The commemoration reaches […]