Passing the Torch: A Black History Month program at the Museum of African American Art
March 1, 2018
The group of about 100 patrons crowded a room in the exhibit hall to hear words from three men with great wisdom.
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- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
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- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
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Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities, Screening and Panel
January 25, 2018
A careful variety of HCBU alumni from the 1940s through the ’70s peppered the storytelling with first hand accounts or their experiences of protest, death and celebration.
“Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race”
December 28, 2017
In the documentary, we follow Bradley as he uses previous “Coalition-building campaign strategies” used before by other campaigns (of civil rights, Mayor Sam Yorty) before him to succeed.
UC Davis’ New Chancellor, Gary May meets the students of King Drew Magnet High School of Medicine and Science
December 7, 2017
A group of the most elite sophomore, juniors and senior students of King Drew convened at the school library to share their personal stories with the Chancellor.
The Mickey Mouse has got Woke! Introducing Regan Aliyah, Club Mickey Mouse’ first rapper
December 7, 2017
Each week concluded with a musical performance and new music video, and the original music is available via Walt Disney Records at online music stores.
Kool Moe Dee talks Ole School
December 7, 2017
You tell somebody now that James Brown was the Micheal Jackson of his time and they won’t believe you.”
Interview with Mudbound composer Tamar-Kali
November 23, 2017
Tamar-Kali discussed the making of the score and the importance of this film with Los Angeles Sentinel.
‘LA 92’ Documentary Screening and Panel discussions
November 16, 2017
LA 92 is told in news clips and summaries of journalists and newsmen and women on the ground as the 92’ unrest was in progress.
J. Quinton Johnson talks role in veteran tale, Last Flag Flying
November 9, 2017
The film stars Laurence Fishburn, (Mueller) Bryan Cranston (Sal) and Steve Carrell (Doc) in performances that are striking and eerily familiar.
Empowering Women One Girl at a Time
November 9, 2017
Annually, the Scouts gather to honor those doing great things in the L.A. area by hosting a luncheon entitled “ToGetHerThere.”
Craft Syndicate by Dutch Masters’ Next Big Film Director Viewing Party
November 2, 2017
Emmy award winning journalist and TV host Rocsi Diaz moderated the discussion while reminding the audience of their power in being an underdog.
In Partnership with Habitat for Humanity: A New Homeowner’s Journey
October 12, 2017
The process took seven years to be “ready”, with family and friends contributing in creating the sweet equity by donating hours to building the new home, in an effort to support self-efficiency in the family.
Taking a Tour of Watts Towers for the First Time
October 5, 2017
The Watts Towers are truly considered one of Southern California’s most recognized works of art
Inside ‘The Mayor’ Wardrobe Room
October 5, 2017
Rita would never toot her own horn but an incredible slate of projects, most infamously as the first costume designer on the first season of Fox’s ridiculously popular family drama “Empire”. Rita essentially gave Cookie her essence.
Inside Hamilton’s Fitting Room with Costume Designer Paul Tazewell
August 31, 2017
This year, the touring cast displayed its visual storytelling before major metropolitan city audiences across the United States.