Langston Hughes’ “Black Nativity” is a cherished cultural tradition in African American communities, reclaiming the story of Jesus’ birth for African Americans, and has become an anchor for many African American cultural institutions.
Tag: Harlem Renaissance
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Black Voices in Classical Theater: Why Representation Matters
The Classical Theatre of Harlem is celebrating its 25th anniversary and the centennial of the Harlem Renaissance by amplifying Black voices in classical theater, bringing diverse stories to the stage and inspiring empathy and understanding.
Posted inSports
The legacy of the ‘Father of Black Professional Basketball’
By Rashad Miller BET co-founder Robert L. Johnson is often recognized as the first Black majority club owner of a major sports league team when he purchased the NBA’s Charlotte […]
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Parents Push for More Black History in Schools to Boost Children’s Self-Esteem
Pastor Brandon Enoch Bey has been highlighting Black history in his children’s school curriculum, while the OSSE has been providing teachers with professional development and curricular material to help students think critically about the past and evaluate information they find online.
