Str8UP Frederick Douglass in Rhythm, Rap and Jazz
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Saturday, Sep 16, 2023 7pm
Location
The District Theatre
627 Massachusetts Avenue
Details
Str8UP Frederick Douglass in Rhythm, Rap and Jazz
September 16th at 7:00pm and September 17th at 4:00pm
A hip-hop exploration of the life and legacy of this prophet and freedom-fighter. Featuring original content, music and dance inspired by his words and determination, five artists, under the direction of Deborah Asante with the Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis, use their creativity to campaign for a brighter future for all. Str8Up Frederick Douglass in Rhythm, Rap and Jazz an idea brought to life by Ms. Asante, debuted in its first iteration at Conner Prairie in the Summer of 2022. Early this year it was revived as an extension of the Influencing Lincoln, the Pursuit of Black Freedom exhibit at the Indiana State Museum.
Since April this current version has been inspiring audiences at the museum and was also featured at the kick off for “Art and Soul Sundays” at the Indy ArtsGarden. Join us for an evening of “Edutainment” stepping into a space where entertainment and education meet. Regardless of ethnicity, age or cultural background this performance offers the opportunity for one to experience Frederick Douglass’s legacy with fresh perspective.
