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Highlighted Community Events
The Wolves
October 8 - 26, 2025
Unstoppable alone. Unbreakable together. A team. A tribe. A turf. As a fierce squad of high school girls navigate soccer drills, secrets, and ambitions, you experience the fire, humor, and heartbreak of growing up all over again—where every play, on and off the field, could change everything. This diverse cast include Judah Johnson, Delany Jackson and Mengewe Wapiewah.
Tickets start at just $20. For Premium and Section A seats, use code TFAAA and save 30%.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
www.playmakersrep.org
Macy Gray – On How Life Is 25th Anniversary Tour
October 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The ability to compose refreshingly candid music that resonates deeply with listeners is a rarity in music. Few artists possess this tool; however, R&B/soul singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer, Macy Gray, is one of them. With her vivacious voice, unshakable grip on soul, and funky spirit, Gray knows how to wield the power of music, which sets her apart from her contemporaries. Admission: $52+
The Carolina Theatre of Durham
309 West Morgan St, Durham, NC
(919) 560-3030
www.carolinatheatre.org
Once on This Island
November 12 - 23, 2025
Once on a Caribbean island, a little girl is rescued from a disastrous storm by four gods—Asaka, Mother of the Earth; Agwé, god of Water; Erzulie, goddess of Love; and Papa Ge, demon of Death. So starts the myth told in this breathtaking story of joy, sorrow and the triumph of love against all forces. Told with Caribbean rhythms and instruments, this Tony Award-winning musical is a testament that a beautiful story simply told has the power to inspire and heal all. Admission: $33+.
Theatre Raleigh
6638 Old Wake Forest Rd. Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 832-9997
www.theatreraleigh.org
The Black Experience on PBS
PBS features a broad range of programming that highlights the contributions of artists of African descent across the arts, media, and culture. Through performances, series, and documentaries, PBS presents stories and experiences that reflect the richness and diversity of the community.
Many programs are available to stream for free, while some require a PBS Passport membership, which starts at $5 per month.
Click below to explore a wide variety of performers, actors, and shows across genres and formats.
Blog Highlight
William Henry Curry --
The Life of an African American Conductor
(Excerpt from Blog)
William Henry Curry’s journey is one of immense talent, resilience, and passion. As a composer, professor, and conductor of the Durham Symphony Orchestra, Curry’s story is a testament to overcoming racial barriers and pursuing one’s dreams. He attributes his drive to a profound love for classical music, a love that pushed him through significant challenges in his career. Growing up in a lower-middle-class family in Pittsburgh, Curry and his brother Ralph, a cellist in the Cleveland Orchestra, faced financial struggles that initially limited their musical opportunities. However, their family's rich musical heritage, including their maternal grandfather's role in opera and their paternal grandmother’s scholarship to the New England Conservatory, paved the way for their success.
Despite early obstacles, Curry’s determination led him to study at the Oberlin Conservatory, where he honed his craft. His professional breakthrough came when, at the age of 21, he was thrust into conducting Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on very short notice, a performance that catapulted his career. Yet, his path was not without resistance; Curry faced blatant racial discrimination, including rejections due to his race and being told by a concert manager that he couldn’t be promoted because of he was African American. Despite these setbacks, Curry has persevered, achieving incredible success, including conducting major American orchestras and winning the prestigious Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition. He remains a beacon of inspiration, shaping future musicians and breaking barriers for African Americans in the classical music world.
By Sherri Holmes, Triangle FAAA Founder & Director
The Life of an African American Conductor
(Excerpt from Blog)
William Henry Curry’s journey is one of immense talent, resilience, and passion. As a composer, professor, and conductor of the Durham Symphony Orchestra, Curry’s story is a testament to overcoming racial barriers and pursuing one’s dreams. He attributes his drive to a profound love for classical music, a love that pushed him through significant challenges in his career. Growing up in a lower-middle-class family in Pittsburgh, Curry and his brother Ralph, a cellist in the Cleveland Orchestra, faced financial struggles that initially limited their musical opportunities. However, their family's rich musical heritage, including their maternal grandfather's role in opera and their paternal grandmother’s scholarship to the New England Conservatory, paved the way for their success.
Despite early obstacles, Curry’s determination led him to study at the Oberlin Conservatory, where he honed his craft. His professional breakthrough came when, at the age of 21, he was thrust into conducting Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on very short notice, a performance that catapulted his career. Yet, his path was not without resistance; Curry faced blatant racial discrimination, including rejections due to his race and being told by a concert manager that he couldn’t be promoted because of he was African American. Despite these setbacks, Curry has persevered, achieving incredible success, including conducting major American orchestras and winning the prestigious Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition. He remains a beacon of inspiration, shaping future musicians and breaking barriers for African Americans in the classical music world.
By Sherri Holmes, Triangle FAAA Founder & Director
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Triangle Friends of African American Arts is supported by the Durham Arts Council’s Durham Culture & Arts - Invest to Restart |
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Community event details are manually gathered from submissions and online sources. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, we recommend visiting the websites of the presenting organizations, most of our listings are directly linked to them.
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