Word Sounds and Power: Poem for the Living
- Kent
Celebrating Black History Month
Join us for a multimedia exploration of the poignant personal story of poet Mwatabu S. Okantah, ’76, interim chair of the Department of Africana Studies, as he tells the story of self-discovery, healing and transformation rendered in original music and poetry set to music, with keyboard artist Vince Robinson and violinist Annie Fullard.
Tameka Ellington, ’99, Ph.D. ’11, co-curator of the museum’s “TEXTURES: the history and art of Black hair” exhibit, will lead a short discussion with Okantah following the performance. Afterward, enjoy a dessert reception and browse the TEXTURES exhibit. This event will also be livestreamed for those unable to join in person.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 6 p.m.
Where: Kent State University Museum 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent, OH 44242
Cost: Free!
Registration is required. The livestream viewing link will be provided prior to the event.