“Roger Guenveur Smith gets it all. And gets it brilliantly.” —New York Times Roger Guenveur Smith returns to the August Wilson Cultural Center with his signature solo performance of FREDERICK DOUGLASS NOW. The pioneering abolitionist and feminist illuminates our present moment through Smith’s 21st Century take on Douglass’ crucial 19th Century speeches, letters, and editorials....
Come join us at The Well: A Reading Series featuring the outstanding work of playwrights and screenwriters of the DEMASKUS Theater Collective and performed by the DEMASKUS Theater Collective members (as well as special guests!). This one-night-only theatrical reading series celebrates both emerging and established talent providing them an opportunity to receive candid feedback from...
Join the August Wilson African American Cultural Center on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for “Create and Sip,” the second event of Beyond the Red Door: a theatrical event series. Grab a glass of wine, beer, or soda and dive into an evening of arts workshops rooted in August Wilson’s creative process. Learn from professional artists...
When Grammy-nominated Mack Avenue recording artist, composer, and bandleader Tia Fuller picks up her saxophone, something amazing happens. Blending technical brilliance, melodic creativity, and the performing precision drawn from both her academic and stage experience, Fuller is a force to be reckoned with in the worlds of jazz, pop, R&B, and more. Currently, Fuller balances...
Intermission: The Artful Happy Hour Series | Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress. Take an “intermission” from work and join the party, on the third Thursday of every month from 6-9 pm. Live music, Guest DJs, Crafted Cocktails and Complimentary Spirit Tastings, and Heavy Hors D’oeuvres prepared by Visiting Chefs. Tour the galleries, and Chill on the...
Lit Fridays is a literary-focused, virtual salon presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring conversations and guest performances on the last Friday* of each month at 6:00p EST via Facebook Live and Zoom Webinar. All conversations are moderated by AWAACC Literary Curator, Jessica Lanay. About Phillip B. Williams Phillip B. Williams is...