“Corktown” Pre-Show Discussion: Gentrification, Race, & Democracy, hosted by the Growing Democracy Project
Friday, October 7, 6:15pm in Center for Performing Arts - A 103
Join the Growing Democracy Project and our panelists for a pre-show discussion about some of the central themes found in “Corktown”, or Through the Valley of Dry Bones”. Together, we will critically examine gentrification—root causes and possible solutions—and explore how the arts can help us unpack the intersections of race and democracy. Panel will be facilitated by Ashley Nickels, Associate Professor, School of Peace and Conflict Studies.
Panelists:
- Khrys Shefton, Senior Development Manager, Northern Real Estate Urban Ventures LLC
- Samira Malone, Director of Cleveland Tree Coalition
- Courtney Brown, Director
- Natalya Lindsey, Assistant Director
This program is sponsored by the College of Arts, School of Peace and Conflict Studies, and the Anti-Racism and Equity Institute at Kent State University. The program is funded by the School of Theatre and Dance.