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Highlighted Events
Triangle Friends of African American Arts - Nasher Museum of Art
"A Virtual Art Exhibition Presentation"
October 15, 2020 (Full)
October 22 at 5:45 PM (Still Space Available!)
Ebony G. Patterson . . . . While the dew is still on the roses . . . .
"A Virtual Art Exhibition Presentation"
October 15, 2020 (Full)
October 22 at 5:45 PM (Still Space Available!)
Ebony G. Patterson . . . . While the dew is still on the roses . . . .
The Nasher Museum of Art may be closed but we can still experience their wonderful exhibition by artist Ebony G. Patterson that evokes a night garden. Join the Triangle Friends of African American Arts at this special, interactive event that will be presented on Zoom. A Museum Docent will share images from the exhibition and lead us in a discussion about these amazing works of art. Register to receive an online link to join this virtual event.
Nasher Museum of Art Exhibition
Artist Ebony G. Patterson is known for drawings, tapestries, videos, sculptures and installations that involve surfaces layered with flowers, glitter, lace and beads. Her work investigates forms of embellishment as they relate to youth culture within disenfranchised communities. Her neo-baroque works address violence, masculinity, “bling,” visibility and invisibility within the post-colonial context of her native Kingston and within black youth culture globally. This exhibition focuses on the role that gardens have played in her practice, referenced as spaces of both beauty and burial, environments filled with fleeting aesthetics and mourning.
Nasher Museum of Art Exhibition
Artist Ebony G. Patterson is known for drawings, tapestries, videos, sculptures and installations that involve surfaces layered with flowers, glitter, lace and beads. Her work investigates forms of embellishment as they relate to youth culture within disenfranchised communities. Her neo-baroque works address violence, masculinity, “bling,” visibility and invisibility within the post-colonial context of her native Kingston and within black youth culture globally. This exhibition focuses on the role that gardens have played in her practice, referenced as spaces of both beauty and burial, environments filled with fleeting aesthetics and mourning.
Blog Highlights
Our stories are being told and we
should be there to see them.
I just saw The Justice Theater Project’s production of A Doll’s House and Playmakers Repertory Company’s Skeleton Crew. Both performances received rave reviews from audiences and critics. They both have great casts, unique sets and special stories about our community. They were both written by young African American female playwrights.
There is another thing the shows have in common. They did not have enough African Americans in the audience. It is heartbreaking to see such wonderful plays with African American casts and only a few of us there to experience them. In the Skeleton Crew playbill, there was a "Rules of Engagement" from the playwright. Here are some excerpts:
You are allowed to have audible moments of reaction and response. My work requires a few "um hmms" and "uhn uhnns" should you need to use them. This can be church for some of us, testifying is allowed. Please be an audience member that joins with others and allows a bit of breathing room. Exhale together. Laugh together. Say "amen" should you need to. This is community. Let's go.
It is clear who she was thinking of when she wrote her rules. She created her play for us. And we should be there. You know what? You will LOVE both of these shows! And your friends and family will love you for bringing them. And the actors, playwrights and theater companies will love that you were there. So please provide your support. I promise you'll be glad that you did!
By Sherri Holmes, Triangle FAAA Founder & Director
Photo by Bruce Depyssler
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