Podcasts about atlanta black theatre festival

"Hey everyone, it's Winston here, and I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for an amazing year. This year has been a journey filled with incredible experiences and the support of some truly wonderful people. I'm especially grateful for my men's group from Buckhead Church. These guys are incredible. They recently went above and beyond by delivering meals to a family member in need for two whole weeks. It's a powerful reminder of the impact of community and the importance of supporting each other. Beyond my church group, I've had the privilege of being part of some amazing organizations this year. The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival and the Atlanta Dramatists have provided incredible opportunities for growth and inspiration. My "Modified by MS" men's group has also been a source of unwavering support and camaraderie. On a personal note, I've been deeply inspired by Tiago Forte's "PARA" method. It's revolutionized how I approach knowledge management and productivity. In the realm of entertainment, "Arcane" captivated me with its stunning visuals and compelling story, while "Dune: Part Two" delivered breathtaking visuals and a powerful exploration of destiny. As we move into the new year, I'm filled with hope and excitement for the future. I'm eager to continue learning, growing, and connecting with all of you. If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider subscribing and sharing it with your friends. Your support means the world to me. Thank you again for an incredible year. Here's to an even brighter future!" https://www.winstonawilson.com https://atlantabtf.org https://atlantadramatisits.org.

What needs to happen to change the current narrative of African Americans in the United States? How can we best celebrate their achievements? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Toni Simmons Henson, executive director of The Southeastern Theatre Conference. They focused on the trauma of and challenges of communicating across lines of difference, the impact of making a political statement just by showing up in a room as oneself, and the importance of self-care for women and mothers who tend to give everything of themselves to their families and can forget to prioritize their own needs. Toni Simmons Henson has over 30 years of expertise in business development, marketing, theatre, and arts administration. She has successfully launched and operated several franchises and businesses throughout her career. One notable venture is Micah 6-8 Media, LLC, responsible for producing the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, ranked top festival to visit in the world and the Black Family Table Talk, a top ranking podcast. She is also a published poet, best-selling author, public speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur.  Henson is an alumna of New York University, where she earned an MPA in Nonprofit Management, and Howard University, where she obtained her BBA in Business. Additionally, Henson has earned two Executive Certificates, one in Non-profit Management and one in Women in Leadership. LINKS Toni's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/m68m Black Family Table Talk podcast https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/ Atlanta Black Theater Festival https://atlantabtf.org/home ** Our website www.consciousantiracism.com You can learn more about Dr. Wener and her online meditation and tapping courses at www.jillwener.com, and you can learn more about her online social justice course, Conscious Anti Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change at https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism. If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare Join her Conscious Anti-Racism facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408 Follow her on: Instagram at jillwenerMD LinkedIn at jillwenermd

  "Hey everyone, it's Winston here. I'm still riding high from the incredible response to my play, LYRICS. The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival was an absolute dream, and I'm so grateful to everyone who came out to see it. A huge shoutout to our amazing cast and crew. Your talent, hard work, and dedication brought LYRICS to life in a way I could never have imagined. Thank you for your incredible performances and for making this experience so special. And of course, a massive thank you to the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival for providing us with this incredible platform. Your support means the world to me. If you missed LYRICS at the festival, don't worry! You can still follow the journey of this play on our website [Website Link] and on Instagram @lyrics_theplay. Stay tuned for updates on future performances and behind-the-scenes content. Once again, thank you all for your love and support. I'm so excited to see what the future holds for LYRICS. Until next time!"

In 2023 Caesar Winston Wilson performed "The Broken Wings of Young Black Male" by Winsphere Jones.  At the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.  This was for the annual Doctor Doris Derby Monologue Competition.  He did this while serving as an intern at this year's festival.   We are so proud of him.  To learn more about the festival, please check: https://Atlantabtf.org and  https://winstonawilson.com

Brian Egland is an Artist originally from Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, now residing in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is a Fall 2009 BFA graduate and recipient of Outstanding Graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's Performing Arts Department. Brian is an Actor, Playwright, Photographer, Director, Singer, and Educator among other things. As a playwright and creator his works have streamed on Broadway On Demand, garnered him honors of excellence from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region VI, has been Official Selections of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, the D.C. Black Theatre Festival, micro development with The National Black Theatre as part of their I Am Soul Playwright's Residency Program, placement in Southern Rep Theatre's 4D program, residency with SIPP Culture's Rural Performance/Production Lab, and over sixty three thousand views across YouTube and IGTV with Workdays with Nijay, a web series he serves as co-writer on.

In this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with professor, director, and playwright, Dr. Carlton Molette!Barbara and Carlton Molette have been Dramatists Guild members since 1971. TheMorehouse-Spelman Players premiered ROSALEE PRITCHETT in 1970. The NegroEnsemble Company produced the New York premiere In 1971, as well as a revival in 2017for their 50th anniversary season. ROSALEE PRITCHETT has also been produced by TheFreeSouthern Theatre, several universitytheatres, published byDramatistsPlayService, andin the anthology Black Writers of America. In 1972, Atlanta University Summer Theatrepremiered DR. B.S. BLACK, a musical collaboration with Charles Mann, with Samuel L.Jackson as Dr. Black and LaTanya Richardson as his wife before she became his real-lifewife. After Washington, D. C., Houston, and Memphis productions, Theatre of the Stars andJust Us Theatre produced the musical at Atlanta's Peachtree Playhouse. BOOJI and NOAH'SARK (published in the anthology Center Stage) also premiered in Atlanta in the 1970's.More recently premieres include: FORTUNES OF THE MOOR (New York's Frank SilveraWriters' Workshop) with additional productions by Ghana's National Theatre; Chicago'sETA Creative Arts; and Brown, Ohio State, Western Michigan, Louisville, Pittsburgh andConnecticut universities; OUR SHORT STAY (Miami's M Ensemble); PRUDENCE(Connecticut Repertory Theatre after Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism'sPlaywright Award); LEGACY (Atlanta's New African Grove after Ethel Woolson Award);PRESIDENTIAL TIMBER (Houston's De Luxe Theater). Ten minute plays include: OUTOF TIME (New York's Turtle Shell); MOVE THE CAR (Warehouse Performing ArtsCenter, NC); TEE SHIRT HISTORY (Atlanta's Essential Theatre); A FOND FAREWELL(West Virginia's Greenbrier Valley Theatre); LAST SUPPER and KIN SHIP (Houston'sFade to Black). A reading of ADA's HUSBAND PASSED won the 2019 “Best of theFestival Award” at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.Barbara Molette (B.A. Florida A. & M. U.; M.F.A. Florida State U.; Ph.D. U. of Missouri)Professor Emerita and English Department Chair, Eastern Connecticut State U.; faculty atSpelman College, Texas Southern U.,Baltimore City Community College (also Director ofWritingAcross the Curriculum); Director of Arts-in-Education Programs, Cityof Baltimore.Carlton Molette (B.A. Morehouse; M.A., U. of Iowa; Ph.D. Florida State U.) U. ofConnecticut Professor Emeritus; faculty at Spelman College, Florida A. & M., Howard,Atlanta, Texas Southern Universities; Fine Arts Division Chair, Spelman; School ofCommunications Dean, Texas Southern; Arts and Sciences Dean, Lincoln (MO); VicePresident for Academic Affairs, Coppin State (MD).Learn more about MOJOAA at:www.MOJOAA.orgFacebook/Instagram: @MOJOAApac

     Toni Simmons-Henson is a leader, author, advocate, and wonderful spirit.  For over ten years she has guided the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival to greatness.  She has given creators an audience and platform for many to share their work.  The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival is one of the most renowned theatre festivals in the world.  She is also a published author and poet that will share her voice in front of audiences across the globe.    She recently was awarded as the Creativity Cocktail's creator of the year.  We are so appreciative that this honor shall henceforth be named the "Toni Simmons-Henson" award or "Toni' for short.  She gives you a brief synopsis of the amazing things she has been doing to create a world in which creators survive and thrive in this conversation. Download this episode, subscribe and keep following the Creativity Cocktail podcast on all platforms!   "We must tell our stories." -Toni https://www.atlantabtf.org  https://www.risingtidescharity.org  https://www.winstonawilson.com    

On this week's episode Rashad and Atalaya sit down with Toni Simmons Henson, the co-founder, creator, and director of the successful, Atlanta black theater Festival. Toni discussed her ‘many assignments' and how each of them has played an integral part in her life and success. She has created ‘her own table' while creating opportunities for many others. Toni walks us through some of her lowest moments as well as some of her triumphs. Tune in, amen, let's talk!Atlanta Black Theatre Festival:https://atlantabtf.org https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/Hosts Websites:https://www.atalayajolettebeauty.comhttps://www.rashadtheauthor.comEmail: Info@abeautifuldiscourse.comCall us! 757-504-2401

Join us for the next episode of the Our Daily Magic Podcast as "I am Magickai" aka Kaí and Dell Henderson aka The True Essence Connector will be interviewing Toni Simmons Henson. Toni Simmons Henson is an Atlanta, GA based international speaker, spoken word poet, best selling author, producer and serial entrepreneur. She has over 30 years of expertise in business development and marketing. Henson is the founder of Micah 6-8 Media, LLC, producers of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, Black Family Table Talk Podcast, Black Theatre TV. She has also owned and operated three franchise and launched four businesses during the span of her career. She is a wife of 31 years and a mother of four. Follow Toni: https://atlantabtf.org/

Golden Globe and NAACP Image award-winning actor, playwright, and activist Regina Taylor joins us this week for a candid exploration of how she gives voice to our ancestors in her work fitting art and activism to grow in and with the community. This special broadcast was recorded before a live virtual audience on BlackTheatre TV in collaboration with the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival. Sponsored by ABTF Travels to the MotherlandFor more information about our guests, special offers, and discounts, please click the link below and subscribe for free!Support the show (https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/subscribe)

Join part II with Toni and special guest, Dr. Erwin Dyer for this week's episode of Black Family Table Talk. They explore practical ways to trace your family history. We are excited to share this fascinating replay of a workshop that broadcast during the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival on BlackTheatre.TV/youtube. Listen until the end with practical steps that can help you get started right away! Support the show (https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/subscribe)

Join Toni and special guest, Dr. Erwin Dyer on this week's episode of Black Family Table Talk as they explore practical ways to trace your family history. We are excited to share this fascinating replay of a workshop that broadcast during the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival on BlackTheatre.TV/youtube.Support the show (https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/subscribe)

Prolific, multiple-award winning playwright, writer, advocate Jeanette W. Hill, often called the Creative Activist, has written more than one hundred plays. The founder and artistic director of JWHill Productions LLC, she creates and produces stories about real life, the way Black people live it.  She serves as advisory board member for the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival and Urban Playwrights United.  Jeanette is a member of The Dramatists Guild and has served as a peer reviewer and or consultant for the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, Mid-America Arts Alliance, Austin Cultural Arts Program and the American Association of Community Theatre.

AboutJoin in this week on Black Family Table Talk as we sit at the kitchen table and share our personal struggles to keep Black love fresh after 30 years of marriage. Stay until the end. We'll offer you two principles (tools) that we've discovered worked for us over the years. We hope you'll have something to put into your own strong black family toolbox. ####Subscribe HereJoin our determined community as we take this journey together. We'll let you know when a new episode is released. You will also be eligible for free gifts and swag. Black Owned Business SpotlightWe endorse black-owned businesses that operate in excellence as a part of our mission to strengthen the Black family. This week's spotlight is on:Proprieter: Gerard Barnes Product/Service: Shea Shea LeFemme ButterWebsite: sheabutterlasvegas.comGet 20% off as a podcast listener with promo code: TONIHENSON Support the Show Proceeds from this episode go directly to the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival matching gift Artist Relief Fund. Thank you!DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright act of 1976 allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that may otherwise be infringing. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the various platform hosts. All topics are for entertainment purposes and discretion is strongly advised. All commentary is alleged. Support the show (https://blackfamilytabletalk.com/subscribe)

EXCITING NEWS BELOW!!!! Toni is the Executive Director of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival and has produced this amazing event for close to a decade.  In this conversation she shares some of the amazing lineup for this year as well as the origins of the festival.  This is a must listen conversation with one of the central lights of creativity in our community.  You will want to listen to this twice!    https://atlantabtf.org We thank the Atlanta Black Theatre festival and Toni for joining this amazing conversation.     The Festival is: October 2 - 5, 2019 3181 Rainbow Drive * Decatur, GA 30034 Do you want to see "Green Book" on stage?  Donate any amount to Rising Tides Charity and our mission and get a code to see this wonderful story on Thursday October 3rd free!    Donate to Rising Tides Charity: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme2/risingtidescharity? and then send us an email to info@risingtidescharity.org.  We will send you the promo code and the link to the show!   https://abtfsp2019.eventbrite.com

Angel was great in RTC's Super Loser last year as well as some fantastic productions.  She was also in Antony R. Page's "Somewhere in Sommerville" that was featured at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival in 2018.  She also has one of the most amazing voices we have ever heard.  Listen to this incredible podcast and story about one of our Atlanta stars.  RTC's near term goals:  100 creatives on our podcast by the end of 2020.  If you are a creative and wish to be featured send us an email to podcasts@risingtidescharity.org . We will have a one day forum in 2020 bringing together creatives of all types.  We need sponsors, volunteers, and creatives.  check our website www.risingtidescharity.org.  We will have our first ever creativity focused mission abroad.  Check our website for more details.  

How do you celebrate mother's day when your mother has passed? For me, mother's day is hard and has been something I hadn't really celebrated since 1994 when I lost my mother tragically. Some have asked about that, while others have living mother's who aren't...mothers. Every year, I allow myself to go to a "safe" mental place in my emotions. Everyone deal with the "motherless on Mother's Day" thing different. Just go through it! Listen in as I share private thoughts and take questions from the audience. Want the story behind the story? Read Motherless Child available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobile, and audio available on Audible. Show Sponsors· SPONSORS-The MOVE Retreat and SWAGHER.NET More about the host, Valencia Griffin-WallaceValencia Griffin-Wallace is a business owner, author and servant leader who believes that we can define success on our own terms regardless of our past. She has authored several bestselling books, including the award-winning memoir, Motherless Child, which gives a glimpse of the reality of growing up with an addict. Her no-nonsense, unapologetic style has changed the lives of many through her presentations, books and podcast, Define U Radio. Valencia has been featured in Brilliant Awakening, Diamond Diva, and Courageous Woman Magazine. Currently, she serves on the Advisory Board of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival and advocates for children through CASA in Louisiana. Connect with Valenciawww.valenciagwallace.com https://www.facebook.com/valencia.gwallace https://www.instagram.com/valencia.gwallace Leave Us A Review and Follow Us On Instagram and Facebook! #DefineURadio #DefineU Make sure you subscribe on iTunes, Google Play and anywhere else you listen to the podcastSupport the show (http://patreon.com/defineuradio)

Imagine being only 8 years old. Your step-father got your mother hooked on drugs, your home life is chaotic. You find support from your friends. But can’t spend as much time with them as you’d like. That's because their gang won’t allow you to hang with them… that is unless you join them. This is exactly what happened to today’s guest, Valencia Griffin Wallace. Curious about how an 8-year-old even gets initiated into a gang? You’ll have to listen to our interview to find out. If you are a hot-headed, angry individual who blames the world for where you are in life, this episode is for you. By the end of our conversation, you’ll learn where to find help if you can’t find it with your family. You’ll also think differently about your challenges in life. From there it's easier to see them as preparation for what you're meant to accomplish in this world. Don’t forget to stop by http://www.corrielogiudice.com/2019/04/29/how-to-forgive, where we answer questions you may have about the episode. If you enjoy this video, don’t forget to subscribe and get even more inspirational tips, resources, and interviews for leading a more emotionally fulfilling life at http://www.corrielo.com. Valencia Griffith Wallace’s Bio: Valencia Griffin-Wallace is a transformational mentor, award-winning author, and speaker. She has presented both nationally and internationally on stages such as the 31st D.A.R.E International. Training Conference and Life By Design LIVE in Canada. She has been featured in Brilliant Awakening, Courageous Woman and Diamond Diva Magazine and is the host of Define U Radio podcast. She is the creator of Define U Live and co-creator of The MOVE Experience annual live events in Louisiana. Valencia’s upbringing serves as a catalyst for her passion for helping others, in which she details in Motherless Child, an In The Margins Recommended Non-Fiction and Top Ten book of 2019. Valencia has spent over 10 years as a serial entrepreneur. She serves on the Advisory Board for the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, which has allowed her to interview and interact with celebrities, advocates for children through CASA, and was nominated for influencer and author of the year by the SLAY BOSS Network. Valencia’s mission is to teach women to define their goals, create action plans and implement strategies. Her no-nonsense, unapologetic, but faith-filled approach sets her apart in a space focused on “me first.” She has worked with many women building businesses, publishing and more, while learning the rules of being an empty nester with a college-age son with her husband, David.

Continuing our series about the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, we are joined by Project Light.  The Queens will talk about their performance of "A Journey of Unrevealed Love" at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival. Project Light consists of Atlanta, Georgia local performing artists JRenee, Kamaria Sauda, and Denell Porche’ who are inspired by the importance of women to be guided by their best selves, celebrating through their own individual expression. Creatively, as individuals, these three women shared a vision to be and reflect light, realizing that they could combine their unique talents as authors, poets, and vocalist towards a united mission of encouraging and empowering women. ABTF Tickets: www.atlantabtf.org Connect with our guest: Facebook: @thelightresses Email:     thelightresses@gmail.com Phone: 770-765-7115 Twitter: @thelightresses Instagram: @thelightressess Website: www.projectlightatl.com   Support the show (http://patreon.com/defineuradio)

Continuing our series about the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, we are joined by award winning playwright, Jeanette Hill. She shares her insight on generational blessings, curses and Clean Sheets, a riveting story of secrets and lies. Hill, will perform a staged reading at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival talks about encouraging others to purse their calling and more! Valencia Griffin-Wallace, host of Define U Radio and her two hot seat co-host, Lyvonne Copeland and Shannon Ward, also talks to the playwright about her other projects and why plays are important to the community. ABTF Tickets: www.atlantabtf.org www.jwhillproductions.com  www.frontporchdivas.com www.facebook.com/jwhillproductions www.twitter.com/jwhillplaywrite Support the show (http://patreon.com/defineuradio)

Toni Simmons Henson, Co-founder/ Producing Director of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, talks about the purpose and the passion behind ABTF, (named one of The Top Theatre Festivals to Visit Around the World by toptenzilla.com). Henson, who started the festival in October 2012, discusses the early growing pains, what she learned about resilience and why it is important we tell our stories. Valencia Griffin-Wallace, host of Define U Radio and her two hot seat co-host, Lyvonne Copeland and Shannon Ward, also talks about authors turning their books into plays and why festivals like ABTF are vital.   Support the show (http://patreon.com/defineuradio)

People can give gifts in any number of ways, but the gift of theatre is a truly unique and beautiful experience. The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival gives this gift by inviting artists and audiences from all over the place to share artistic experiences together and discuss how the art applies to today’s world. On today’s […] The post Atlanta Black Theatre Festival Gives the Gift of Theatre appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

Step INSIDE THE BLACK BOX with Actor, Director, Producer, and Master Teacher Zuhairah McGill as she brings you into the exciting dramatic world of theatre! Special Guests: 10X Barrymore Award Winner film and theatre director OZZIE JONES along with TONI SIMMONS HENSON, Founder/Executive Director of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.   Every 4th Tuesday experience dynamic guests, radio dramas, success secrets, acting techniques, auditioning tips, lighting, sound, set design, festivals, on air competitions, and Black Theatre History.   As a premiere theatre broadcast and authority on Black Theatre, INSIDE THE BLACK BOX via Zuhairah will bring the creative genius of theatre and its audience (aka YOU) to the radio mainstage to create an exciting one-of-a-kind experience.  Zuhairah is the Founder and Executive Artistic Director of First World Theatre Ensemble www.firstworldtheatre.bizGoogle+https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/114638978646976723483/114638978646976723483/posts/p/pubFacebook: http://facebook.com/FirstWorldTheatre