An Evening with Women of Excellence in the Arts

Four exceptional artists – two ladies of legacy and two ladies of promise in intimate conversation about their journeys in the world of theatre and dance: 

Sonia Sanchez
Carmen de Lavallade
Hope Boykin of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Eisa Davis

Hosted by Michaela Angela Davis
A reception will follow. 
Gen Adm. $10

CULTURAL ANIMATORS SERIES 2010:

The Riverside Theatre, Voza Rivers/New Heritage Theatre Group and Walk Tall Girl Productions present the New York Premiere of

Through The Night

EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND!
June 6 @ 3pm & 7:30pm
June 7 @ 7:30pm
June 8 @ 7:30pm

Journeys of friendship, family and faith

A solo performance

Written and performed by Daniel Beaty
Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright

Six African-American males, age 10 to 60, discover the power of possibility through one extraordinary event. With commanding skill, compassion and humor, Obie Award-winner Daniel Beaty ("Emergence-SEE") gives voice to this community of men, those who love them, and what it means to be black and male in America.

Join us for post-performance community dialogues with distinguished guests:

Through the Night is part of The Riverside Theatre's Cultural Animators Series, which presents artists who use their work to address social issues.

Previews: May 4, 5, 6 - 7pm
Opens May 7 - 23
Gen. Adm. $20
Seniors/Students $15
Groups of 10 or more $15

FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL

All Events are FREE
RSVP at 212-870-6784

Friday, June 11, 7pm
Artz, Rootz, Rhythm
In Association with Harlem Arts Alliance
Outstanding young talent and seasoned performers will bring our Legacy to Promise theme to life. Experience the delightful emerging dancers of Uptown Dance Academy and the sensational 14-year-old guitarist Solomon Hicks. Then swing to the superb jazz music of the 100-year-old New Amsterdam Musical Association. Hosted by Phyllis Yvonne Stickney.

Saturday, June 12, 2-9pm
Iranian Cultural Village
Curated by Niloufar Talebi
Co-Sponsors: Iran Heritage Magazine, PCHA, Persian Arts Festival and more...
Exhibits: Wedding ceremonial display * Persian New Year (Norouz) display* Books and art display * Traditional costumes*
Children's DVDs* Workshops in backgammon, calligraphy, jewelry-making, Persian name writing Persian poetry & music in performance* Spoken word  Ballet Afsaneh - Dance and Music performances

Sunday, June 13, 2pm
Saeko Ichinohe Dance Company
“Imaginary Beings from Japan”
RYU (Dragon) and DARUMA and Fire-eating Bird - dances of fascinating creatures in colorful costumes and audience participation that celebrates Japanese children’s games

Friday, June 18, 7pm
Power of Drum V: next generation
Brooklyn Steppers
7-year- old Miguel Russell, featured with the dynamic percussion of Baba Don Eaton. Experience the explosive youth division of the Harambe Dance Company led by the powerful Frankie Malloy Jr.

Saturday, June 19, 7pm
Stories on Stage
"Memories of Nueva York Childhoods"
Artistic Director Norma Moore and Community Producer Monica Duke

These delightful stories from four award-winning Hispanic authors evoke the spirit and voices of our community’s past, present and future.
“A Very Special Pet” - written by Nicholasa Mohr
“Lunch at the Biltmore: An Outing with My Father” - written by Oscar Hijuelos
“Fiesta, 1980” - written by Junot Diaz
“The Maid’s Daughter” - written by Julia Alvarez

Sunday, June 20, 2pm
Dr. Glory’s Youth Theatre - Father’s Day Celebration
The Clowns (los payasos)
In the mythological planet of “WuTalway”, find out what shocks the WuTalwaylalaeezers, and how Los Payasos teach them about the beauty and marvelous wonders of humanity.

Saturday, June 26
Aesop’s Family Fables
Join award-winning actress Vinie Burrows for a Jazzed, Popped, Hip-Hopped, Beat-Boxed version of Aesop’s fables. Special Family competition, as families present their dramatizations of Aesop’s classic tales. Master of Ceremonies: D. Cross.

Friday, June 27, 2pm
Harlem Speaks: Latin Jazz
In collaboration with The Jazz Museum in Harlem
Onstage interview with Vanderlei Pereira and Friends
Followed by dancing to the sounds of Brazilian Jazz Quintet