MOJA Arts Festival

ARTWORK: “WALI” BY ALVIN B. GLEN

MOJAARTS FESTIVAL A CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN ARTS

SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 5, 2014

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City of Charleston South Carolina

DEAR MOJADear MOJA FestivalFESTIVAL Guests: GUESTS: Welcome to the 2011 MOJA Arts Festival, Charleston’s annual celebration of African- Welcome toAmerican the 2014 and Caribbean MOJA ArtsArts and Festival, Culture, produced Charleston’s by the City ofannual Charleston celebration Office of of Afri- can-AmericanCultural and Affairs. Caribbean arts and culture!City This ofhighlight Charleston of the autumn season in the LowcountryThis year’sis proudly festival highlights produced include: by Anthe Evening City ofof Jazz Charleston Under the Stars Office with Najee of atCultural Affairs, Porter-Gaud School Stadium (pg. 10); City Gallery at Waterfront Park exhibition “Special but would notMoments: be possible Works From without the Collection the tireless of Dr. Harold workSouth Rhodes, of the Carolina III” all-volunteer (pg. 27); A Classical MOJA Planning Committee, Encountercountless with community Eleganza at the Citypartners, Gallery at individualWaterfront Park volunteers, followed by a champagne and the wonderful reception (pg. 11); Mt. Zion Spiritual Singers’ soul stirring Camp Meeting (pg. 11); an artists and audiencesenchanting evening that bring of dance the by PHILADANCOFestival to at life. the Gaillard Auditorium (pg. 7); Gwen Butler’sDear jazz MOJA cruise Festivalon the Charleston Guests: Harbor aboard the Spirit of Charleston (pg. 18); and African writer Jacqueline Maduneme’s lecture about her compelling autobiography, Ada’s As you browseDaughter the (pg.pages 8). New of this this year, year’s is a unique program partnership guide, between theyou Preservation will be Societytreated of to a range of creative talentsCharlestonWelcome and and thecommunity to MOJA the Festival 2011 eventsthat MOJA offers thatthree Arts concertsallow Festival, inus historic to Charleston’s celebrate downtown churches together annual celebrationacross a of African- calledAmerican “Architecture and in Concert” Caribbean (pg. 10). Arts These and are just Culture, a few of the produced outstanding by programs the City of Charleston Office of spectrum of inexperiences, this year’s MOJA Festival.perspectives, and modes of expression. We hope you will be Cultural Affairs. able to join us over the course of the eleven-day run of the MOJA Arts Festival at many of Each year the MOJA Festival is produced by the City’s Office of Cultural Affairs in collabora- these superbtion events,This with the year’s including: MOJA festivalPlanning AnCommittee, highlights Evening chaired include:of thisJazz year Under Anby Edna Evening the Edwards Stars of Williams Jazzwith Underwith Regina the Belle Stars at with Najee at Elease Amos-Goodwin serving as the Planning Committee Liaison to the OCA. MOJA’s Family CircleAdvisory Stadium;Porter-Gaud Committee the assiststoe-tapping School with Stadium advocacy musical for (pg. the festivalBubbling 10); Cityand is Brown Gallerychaired by Sugar atthe WaterfrontHonorable at the Dock Park Street exhibition “Special Theatre; a Gullah-GeecheeJamesMoments: E. Clyburn. Special Works play; thanks Frompoetry go to the Charleston and Collection literary City Council events; of for Dr. their Harold andon-going musical Rhodes,support ofconcerts III” (pg. and 27); A Classical the EncounterMOJA Festival and with also Eleganza to the individual at the donors, City foundations, Gallery government at Waterfront agencies Park and followed by a champagne recitals featuringcorporations the CSO who provide Spiritual funding, Ensemble, grants and in-kindCSO Gospel donations Choir, to help usChoraliers make MOJA Music Club, our annual MOJAaccessiblereception gospel to everyone (pg.concert, in 11); the community. and Mt. Zionmore Spiritual including Singers’ classical, soul jazz, stirring blues, Camp and reggae. Meeting (pg. 11); an The Festival wrapsenchanting up with evening a weekend of dance that includes by PHILADANCO an exceptional at the Gaillard dance and Auditorium theatre (pg. 7); Gwen AndButler’s finally, Bravo jazz to thecruise members on ofthe our Charlestonhard-working Office Harbor of Cultural aboard Affairs the team Spirit along of Charleston (pg. 18); and piece, As I Rememberwith all of the It City featuring departments Carmen that help make de itLavallade; happen: Parks, the Recreation, annual Legal, Community Finance, Tribute Budget,African Police, writer Traffic & Jacqueline Transportation, Maduneme’s Information Technology, lecture Human about Resources, her compelling Public autobiography, Ada’s Luncheon atServices, MagnoliaDaughter Public PlantationInformation,(pg. 8). New Special and this Facilities Gardens; year, and is athe and unique Mayor’s the Office.partnership MOJA Finale between at Hampton the Preservation Park. Society of It is a fantasticWe Charlestonline-upinvite you to and bring and we your the very family MOJA muchand friendsFestival hope to attend thatto seethis offers year’s you threeMOJA out Festivaland concerts about which con-in at historic these gathdowntown- churches erings and events.nectscalled everyone “Architecture in a joyous atmosphere in Concert” celebrating (pg. the 10).arts. Enjoy!These are just a few of the outstanding programs in this year’s MOJA Festival. Sincerely, We extend sincere thanks and gratitude to the MOJA Planning Committee, chaired again this yearEach by Elease year the Amos-Goodwin, MOJA Festival is who produced works by closely the City’s with Office the Office of Cultural of AffairsCultur- in collabora- al Affairs staff,tion and with particularly the MOJA PlanningMOJA Program Committee, Coordinator, chaired thisRomaine year by Marion-Heyward. Edna Edwards Williams with MOJA’s AdvisoryMayorElease JosephCommittee Amos-GoodwinP. Riley, Jr. assists with serving advocacy asEllen the Dressler Planningfor the Moryl, festival CommitteeDirector and Liaisonis chaired to theby OCA. MOJA’s CityAdvisory of Charleston Committee assists with advocacyOffice of Cultural for theAffairs festival and is chaired by the Honorable the Honorable JamesJames E. E. Clyburn. Clyburn. Special Special thanks thanks go goto Charlestonto Charleston City CityCouncil Council for their for on-goingtheir support of steadfast support of the MOJA Arts Festival and to the individual donors, foundations, the MOJA Festival and also to the2 individual donors, foundations, government agencies and government agenciescorporations and corporations who provide who funding, provide grants funding, and in-kind grants, donations and in-kind to dona help - us make MOJA tions that help accessibleus make MOJA to everyone accessible in the to community. everyone in the community.

And finally, heartfeltAnd finally, applause Bravo to to all the of themembers Office of of our Cultural hard-working Affairs Office team of and Cultural to the variousAffairs team along City departmentswith that all helpof the make City departmentsMOJA a resounding that help success make it each happen: year: Parks, Parks, Recreation, Legal, Finance, Legal, Finance, Budget,Budget, Police, Police, Traffic Traffic & Transportation, & Transportation, Information Information Technology, Technology, Human Human Resources, Public Services, Public Information, Special Facilities and the Mayor’s Office. Resources, Public Services, Public Information, Special Facilities, and the Mayor’s Office. We invite you to bring your family and friends to attend this year’s MOJA Festival which con- We invite you tonects bring everyone your family in a joyous and friendsatmosphere to this celebrating year’s MOJA the arts.Arts Enjoy!Festival and to take advantage of its diverse offering of high quality arts and cultural experiences. Enjoy! Sincerely, Sincerely,

MAYOR JOSEPHMayor P. Joseph RILEY, P. JR. Riley, Jr. SCOTT WATSON,Ellen Dressler DIRECTOR Moryl, Director City of Charleston City of Charleston Office of OfficeCultural ofAffairs Cultural Affairs 1

2 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL A CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN ARTS

DEAR MOJA SUPPORTERS: On behalf of the MOJA Arts Festival Planning Committee, we extend greetings and welcome you to the 2014 MOJA Arts Festival: A Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts celebrating the 31st anniversary of the festival. We wish you the most memorable experience at this year’s festival. The planning committee has developed a program that we feel is entertaining, educational and informative. This year’s offerings include our featured Jazz vocalist, Regina Belle; Pearl Cleage is the highlight for our Lit- erary Corner and dance icon Carmen de Lavallade headlines at the Historic Dock Street Theatre.

We have wonderful theatre and visual arts offerings in various venues.

Alvin B. Glen serves as this year’s poster artist with his image “Wali”. And we continue to honor at the Community Tribute Luncheon, members of the community who give un- selfishly of themselves to improve the quality of life in our community. We express our sincere thanks to all of you who continue to support MOJA as sponsors, contributors, volunteers, Advisory Board members, Planning Committee Coordinators and Members and ticket buyers.

We lost one of our most ardent supporters and volunteers this year, the Jazz Committee Coordinator, Gloria M. Bell. She loved MOJA and always worked hard to make the festival a success. We love and miss her.

We especially express our deep appreciation to the Office of Cultural Affairs’ small but dedicated staff, Scott Watson - Director, Harrison Chapman, Rachel Dewyngaert, Alicia Evans, Anne Quattlebaum, Francina Smalls-Joyner, Mindy Manziano, Gordon Rooney and Ray Swagerty. We also express our heartfelt thanks to adjunct staff members. We sincerely thank the Honorable Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and Charleston City Council as well as Congressman James E. Clyburn. MOJA’s stature as a major arts festival in the Southeast is due in large part to their continued stalwart support and commitment. We feel that we have, once again, planned a first class festival with top talent, diversified program offerings, educational and senior outreach programs that will engage and inspire the entire community. We hope you enjoy the 2014 MOJA Arts Festival and look forward to greeting you at as many festival events as possible.

Sincerely,

ROMAINE MARION-HEYWARD ELEASE AMOS-GOODWIN MOJA Program & Vendor Coordinator Planning Committee Chairperson City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs 2013 MOJA Arts Festival 2 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL is produced by The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs in Cooperation with the MOJA Planning Committee.

CITY OF CHARLESTON Francina Smalls-Joyner Edna Edwards Williams SOUTH CAROLINA Volunteer Services & Visual Arts Secretary Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor Coordinator Ray Swagerty Julie Anderson CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Production Manager S. Johari Andika F. Gary White, Jr. Cheryl Brown District 1 ADJUNCT STAFF Carl Campbell Rodney Williams Rebecca Gosnell Karole Turner Campbell District 2 Logistics Coordinator Karen A. Chandler, Ph.D. James Lewis, Jr. Marcus Amaker Osei Terry Chandler District 3 Graphic Designer Sheila R. Cole Robert M. Mitchell Naomi Collins Carlie Denson District 4 Receptionist & Ticket Agent Warachal E. Faison, M.D. Marvin D. Wagner Randal Davis Joseph R. Frasier, Jr. District 5 Ticket Agent Francis Rene Garrett William Dudley Gregorie Nakenya Fludd Isaac Gilliard District 6 Receptionist & Ticket Agent Reggie Graham Perry Keith Waring Renee Kerr Jonathan Green District 7 Ticket Agent Dorothy G. Harrison Michael S. Seekings Dianne Mayweather Theresa J. Hilliard District 8 Ticket Agent Franklin Hilliard Aubry Alexander Hannah Wathen Greg Jenkins District 9 Ticket Agent Vertelle Amos Kenion Dean C. Riegel Louis Trucillo Arianne King Cromer District 10 Website Designer Jazzie V. Clay King William A. Moody, Jr. HC Lucas Raymond District 11 INTERNS Veronica McDaniel Kathleen G. Wilson Kathryn Friedman Pat Morgan District 12 Jocelyn Harnick Hampton R. Olfus, Jr. Daniella Motley John Orr OFFICE OF CULTURAL Grace Tate Yvonne Tolley Orr AFFAIRS Clifton Polite Scott Watson MOJA ADVISORY BOARD Bev Prince-Muhammad Executive Director Congressman Terri Prince-Gilliard Harrison Chapman James E. Clyburn Erica Prioleau-Taylor Farmers Market Chairman Bettye Purvis Coordinator John S. Purvis Rachel Dewyngaert Kevin Baltimore Saundra Williams Purvis Finance Coordinator Terry “Base” Bryant Angel R. Quintero Alicia Evans Dr. Karen A. Chandler Tiffany Rice PR Coordinator Hon. Mignon Clyburn Edmund S. Robinson Romaine Marion-Heyward Hon. Arthur C. McFarland Cecelia Gordon Rogers MOJA Program & Vendor Kevin Gadsden Jacqueline Sanders Coordinator Hon. James S. Gallant, III Robert Sanders Mindy Manziano Dorothy G. Harrison AnnaBell Seabrook Box Office/Website Manager & Dalton Tresvant Cherry Seabrook Internship Coordinator Hon. P. Keith Waring Tangela N. Smalls Anne Quattlebaum Cynthia McCottry Smith City Gallery at Waterfront Park MOJA PLANNING Chandra Vick Coordinator COMMITTEE Edna Williams Gordon Rooney Elease Amos-Goodwin Garcia Edgerton Williams Development Manager Chairperson Kelvin B. Williams Theresa Hilliard Claire Wilson Vice-Chairperson

3 FRIENDS OF MOJA Elease Amos-Goodwin Mr. & Mrs. Clarence E. Jackson Kenneth & Priscilla Robinson Timothy & Pearl V. Ascue Mrs. Earl O. Kline Mrs. & Mrs. Charles Seabrook The Hon. & Nadine T. Leach McCottry Smith Family Mrs. Floyd Breeland In Honor of Gloria J. Myers & Drs. Jachelle & Kareem Stephen McLeod-Bryant Jerome M. Myers Sprattling at Latta Family In Memory of Aleta McLeod-Bryant Ted & Trilia Legasey Dentistry The New Body Center Frances T. Mack In Honor of F. Rene Garrett & Karen A. Chandler In Memory of John A. Mack, Jr. James Garrett In Memory of Jack A. McCray Judge & Mrs. Daniel Erica Prioleau Taylor Friends of Jim Clyburn Martin, Sr. Chandra Fripp Vick Arnold & Carol Collins C E McKenzie & Magdalene L. Wells Dr. C. Stewart & Anita Darby Associates, LLC The Hon. Lucille S. Whipper John Thompson Dash Adrienne Smalls Middleton In Memory of Ogretta Whipper Dr. Barbara D. Dilligard MOJA Planning Committee Hawkins & Jasiri Whipper Melissa Maddox-Evans In Memory of Gloria M. Bell Gloria Gantt Wilford Fielding Home for Funerals Michael A. Molony Garcia Edgerton Williams Herbert U. Fielding Chuma Nwokike in Memory of Sidney Williams, Jr. Norvela Fluddrice & Wakeane John & Saundra Purvis Dr. Boyd Wright and A. Rice David E. Rivers Brenda Lauderback In Memory of John Fludd, Edmund Robinson The Jerry & Anita Zucker Marie Fludd Collins & Cheryl Fludd In Memory of Gloria M. Bell Family Foundation, Inc. Rev. Jerry & Dorothy Harrison *as of 9/10/14

2014 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS Patricia A. Abraham Raphael Haller Patricia McKevlin Linda A. Albronda Sylvia Haynes Doris L. Mines Sandi Archambault Patricia A. Henley Geraldine Minter Sandy Archambault Delores Hunt-Bellinger Earline Nelson Arlene Berger Margo Jackson Jacqueline Ormond Ashatina Brown Inez Jenkins Toni Parnell August Brown John D. Jenkins, Jr. Lucille Pinckney Barbara Carrington LaQuetta Jenkins Janice Queen-Foster M. Anne Cook Elizabeth C. Johnson Ann Shaw Leroy Davis Thomas Johnson Karen B. Simmons Carol Dotterer Charlene Joyner J. Elaine Singleton Isabell L. DuBose Ingrid Kalwas Andrea Stevenson Vanessa Ellington Lorna King Julia Turner Bria Faison Stephanie M. Larkin Cassie T. Watson Nakia Faison Nadine Leach Stephanie Wetzstein Odessa Feagin Wilma Maiers Marlene Williamon Kim R. Gadson Marilyn Mattice Donna Lee Williams Eleanor Gillians Wray Mattice Jean Zonarich Dr. Barbara Graham-Holmes Vanessa L. McDaniel Paul Lease Gray Vilarin McGill 4 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The MOJA Arts Festival, a celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts, a project of the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, is a multi-disciplinary festival that celebrates the rich heritage of African-American and Caribbean people and their contributions to Western and world cultures. MOJA, a Swahili word meaning “One,” is the appropriate name for this celebration of harmony amongst people. The MOJA Arts Festival is produced and directed by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Af- fairs in cooperation with the all-volunteer MOJA Arts Festival Planning Committee. The MOJA Arts Festival is funded in part by grants from the City of Charleston, County of Charleston and the South Carolina Arts Commission that receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. In addition, we are grateful to the following corporations and agencies for their major grants and sponsorships in support of the 2014 MOJA Arts Festival. City of Charleston Total Wine & More Charleston County The Joanna Foundation South Carolina Arts Commission, The Resident Advisory which receives support from the Board of The Housing National Endowment for the Arts Authority of the City of South Arts, which receives support Charleston from the National Endowment BlueCross BlueShield of SC for the Arts SCE&G The New England Foundation Coca-Cola Bottling Co. for the Arts (NEFA) Consolidated The Boeing Company Magnolia Plantation & Gardens XFINITY Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonalds AT&T South Carolina Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Charleston Police Department Waterfront/Downtown Weed & Seed Program Roper St. Francis Healthcare

BE A FRIEND OF MOJA

Did you know that nearly half of MOJA’s events are admission-free and Festival ticket prices are scaled to make MOJA accessible to everyone? Your financial contribution to the MOJA Arts Festival will allow us to continue this model in 2014 and beyond. Suggested giving levels for the Friends of MOJA are $50 for individuals, $100 for companies, but a gift of any amount will be put to good use and greatly appreciated. Visit mojafestival.com or call (843) 724-7308 for more information. Thank you for your support!

5 HOW TO BUY TICKETS PHONE IN (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance): (866) 811-4111 to speak with a live ticket salesperson, available Mon.-Fri. from 9am-9pm & Sat.-Sun. from 10am-6pm. Payments accepted: Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, Dis- cover ®; additional convenience fees apply.

ORDER ON-LINE (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance): 24 Hours a day / 7 Days a Week at www.mojafestival.com. Payments accepted: Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, Discover ®; additional convenience fees apply.

IN PERSON (up to 2 hours before performance) Office of Cultural Affairs, 180 Meeting Street, Suite 200, Daily 9am-5pm. Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Traveler’s Check, Visa®, MasterCard®

AT THE EVENT (Beginning 30 Minutes Before Performance): At the festival venues, if tickets remain. Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Traveler’s Check, Visa®, MasterCard®

Note: All ticket prices include a $1 handling fee. Additional convenience fees may apply.

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Because the Charleston peninsula comprises a small area, which is filled with beautiful historic homes, many residents must park on the street. To avoid parking fines, we ask that festival-goers strictly observe parking limits or uti- lize the convenient parking lots and garages. Visit www.mojafestival.com for a map of parking lots and garages.

PUBLIC TRANSIT Visitors are encouraged to use our public transportation systems, the D.A.S.H. shuttle and C.A.R.T.A. (city bus line). They follow convenient downtown routes near major festival sites, and all are ADA compliant and handicapped accessible for persons with disabilities. For more information, call D.A.S.H. and C.A.R.T.A. at (843) 747-0922 and purchase these tickets in person at the Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street; or visit www.RideCARTA.com.

PUBLIC RESTROOMS Restrooms are located in the following public buildings: Charleston City Hall, 80 Broad St.; Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St.; City Gallery at Wa- terfront Park, 34 Prioleau St.; Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting St.; Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St. Portable restrooms will be located at all major outdoor festival events.

6 2014 MOJA VISUAL ARTS 31st ANNUAL MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL JURIED ART EXHIBITION September 4-October 3 Monday-Friday; 10:00am-5:00pm, closed daily from 12:30pm-1:30pm RECEPTION & AWARDS CEREMONY: Sunday, September 21, 5:30pm-7:00pm McKinley Washington Auditorium, Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, 125 Bull Street JUROR: Doris Colbert Kennedy SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More COORDINATOR: Francina Smalls-Joyner

Featuring regional artists, this annual juried art exhibition gives cash awards for Best in Show, First Runner Up and Second Runner Up. Artists selected to participate in this year’s exhibition are Kelvin Bluffton, Sr., Shelley Bonner, Karen W. Brown, KTC (Karole Turner Campbell), Jeremy Darby, Octavious Dowling, Andrea Hazel, Latasha Hollins, Katherine Houghton, JahSun, Cindy Male, Dorothy Montgomery, Judy Mooney, Brid- get Murray, Hampton R. Olfus, Jr., Celia Pray, David Sanders, Georgette W. Sanders, Pa- tricia E. Sabree and 515 a.k.a Ricki Washington. Doris Colbert Kennedy, this year’s juror, once served as Artist-in-Residence at Howard University. She is a founding member of The National Association of Ghanaian Artists. She has also been a consultant for the Washington Project for the Arts (W.P.A.) and a grant recipient of the NEA.

ALVIN B. GLEN: MAN, MEDIA, MESSAGE September 25-October 30 Monday-Thursday; 9:00am-8:00pm Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm; Saturday, 9:00am-2:00pm RECEPTION: Thursday, October 9, 5:00pm-7:00pm The Art Institute of Charleston, 24 North Market Street SPONSORED BY: The Art Institute of Charleston COORDINATOR: Francina Smalls-Joyner

Featuring more than 20 mixed-media drawings, oil and soft pastels, and hand pulled lithographs by this year’s MOJA poster artist, Alvin B. Glen, this exhibition will be the first comprehensive showing his work. It covers four major approaches to art production. This exhibition will also include work which have never been exhibited or previously published. This collection of work reviews the history and growth in Alvin’s artwork and how the roles of students, patriarchs, arts educators, and Sunday school teachers influenced both image and message.

AFRICAN DIASPORA – CONVERGENCE AND RECLAMATION September 7 – October 6 Tuesday-Friday; 10:00am-6:00pm; Saturday & Sunday; noon-5:00pm ARTISTS TALK: Sunday, September 28 at 2:00pm City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street

An exhibition of paintings, fabric art, and drawings, featuring the work of local artists James Denmark, Hampton R. Olfus, Jr., Winston Kennedy, Addelle Sanders, and Ari- anne King-Comer, curated by Dr. Ade Ofunniyin. 7 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 5, 2014

A CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN ARTS

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

SPECIAL EVENTS - OPENING DAY STREET PARADE 6:00pm-7:00pm Parade begins at Marion Square, Calhoun and King Streets ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Kelvin Williams; CONSULTANT: John Purvis

Come celebrate with bands, youth and school groups from Charleston County. Marchers include Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Jack and Jill of America, Deninufay African Dancers in festive Caribbean and African costumes; African drummers and more. Join the celebration at any point and feel the pulsating beat of the music. It begins at Marion Square heading down King Street, turning on Market Street and ending at the U.S. Custom House at East Bay and Market Streets.

SPECIAL EVENTS - MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL OPENING RECEPTION 6:00pm-8:00pm Dock Street Theatre Courtyard, 135 Meeting Street SPONSORED BY: Joe’s Catering, Total Wine & More ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Elease Amos-Goodwin and Miriam Green

A courtyard view provides a beautiful setting to meet the 2014 MOJA poster artist, Alvin B. Glen. Join us to celebrate over three decades of the MOJA Arts Festival. The Opening Reception will be catered by Joe’s Catering featuring authentic Caribbean cuisine.

8 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 THEATRE - BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR 8:00pm-10:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. ADMISSION: $25 General, $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23)

Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc., the premiere African-American theatre company of the Lowcountry presents, BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR, back by popular demand. This sizzling musical revue will have you tapping your feet, clapping your hands and leaving the theatre humming and smiling. The production includes more than three dozen songs with fabulous costumes. The outrageously prodigious comic and musical soul and style of 1930’s Harlem lives on in this rollicking, swinging, finger-snapping revue that is still considered one of Broadway’s best. The revue features music from the Golden Age of the Cotton Club, honky tonk dives along Lenox Avenue, and rent parties. BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of Harlem during this period that is also referred to as The Harlem Renaissance era. The production features Caitlin Barth, Ernest Brown, Sonja C. Deas-Reed, Ashley Hale, Jasmine Jackson, Said Kelly, Trane’ N’Chel, Tyrone Reese, Timberly K. Simmons and Monique Y. Waters under the musical direction of Howard N. Brown, Sr. and his high energy band.

VISUAL ARTS - ALVIN B. GLEN: MAN, MEDIA, MESSAGE Please see full description on page 7

VISUAL ARTS -AFRICAN DIASPORA—CONVERGENCE AND RECLAMATION Please see full description on page 7

VISUAL ARTS - MOJA JURIED ART Please see full description on page 7

9 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

THEATRE - BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR 10:00am The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. ADMISSION: $25 General, $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23) Please see full description under Thursday, September 25th.

SPECIAL EVENTS - REGGAE BLOCK DANCE 6:30pm-11:00pm Brittlebank Park, Corner of Lockwood & Fishburne Streets SPONSORED BY: The Boeing Company and C&A Unlimited, Inc. - McDonalds ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Osei Terry Chandler, Office of Cultural Affairs

Enjoy African drummers and dancers, ethnic foods, and international crafts. A great lineup of reggae artists will take to the stage throughout the night to entertain the crowd. The night’s headliner is Charleston’s own “high energy” reggae band, The Dubplates. Also on the lineup is local youthful reggae band, Dream Merchants and the sweet, melodic voice of Tony Roy and the Yawd Links, plus African drumming and dancing with Bob Small and the Harambe Sisterhood. It will be a night of live music under the night sky with the Ashley River breeze.

VISUAL ARTS - ALVIN B. GLEN: MAN, MEDIA, MESSAGE Please see full description on page 7

VISUAL ARTS -AFRICAN DIASPORA—CONVERGENCE AND RECLAMATION Please see full description on page 7

VISUAL ARTS - MOJA JURIED ART Please see full description on page 7

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

RECREATION-ONE DAY JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT 10:00am-2:30pm Charleston Tennis Center, 19 Farmfield Avenue, West Ashley ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Carl Campbell, Peggy Bohne and Delores Jackson

A one-day tournament showcasing youth from the Inner-city Youth Tennis Program and other area programs. Trophies, t-shirts and refreshments available for partici- 10 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 pants. Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, September 24 ($8 per youth). For more information, please call Peggy Bohne or Delores Jackson at the Charleston Tennis Center at (843) 766-7401.

SPECIAL EVENTS - HERITAGE DAY AT THE CHARLESTON FARMERS MARKET 10:00am - 4:00pm Marion Square, Corner of Meeting & Calhoun Streets ADMISSION: Free SPONSORED BY: Roper St. Francis Healthcare, BlueCross BlueShield of SC, Res- ident Advisory Board of Housing Authority of the City of Charleston, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, Inc., XFINITY COORDINATORS: Cherry Seabrook, Veronica McDaniel, Jazzy Clay King and Angel R. Quintero

A celebration of traditional African-American and Caribbean culture with local and regional performers. Highlights include live entertainment, storytelling, reggae, a Youth on View segment, African dancers and drummers; a major Health & Wellness Fair (12-2pm) for men, women, and youth to help them jump-start a commitment to their health. Thaddeus J. Bell, MD will be a featured speaker providing a men’s-only Health Forum, the National Kidney Foundation will provide health information ses- sions throughout the day, and free health screenings (dental, blood pressure, feet, etc.) will also be available.

THEATRE - BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR 1:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. ADMISSION: $25 General, $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23) Please see full description under Thursday, September 25th.

CSO SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE PRESENTS: SPIRITUAL MASTERWORKS 4:00pm St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 67 Anson Street ADMISSION: Adults $21.00; Students $11.00

This choral performance chronicles the musical legacies of Robert Nathaniel Dett, Hall Johnson, Jester Hairston and Moses G. Hogan; in a MOJA debut performance of Dett’s Chariot Jubilee the CSO Spiritual Ensemble will highlight Dett’s prominence as a giant in the black classical world. Dett became famous during his tenure at historic Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia.

11 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 MUSIC-AN EVENING OF JAZZ UNDER THE STARS WITH REGINA BELLE 8:00pm Family Circle Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island SPONSORED BY: The Boeing Company, C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonalds, Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport, XFINITY ADMISSION: $21 General Admission Stadium Seat; $36 Reserved Table Seat COORDINATOR: Reginald Graham

Regina Belle was born in New Jersey, her early experience was in gospel, though she was also attracted to R&B during her childhood. A New York disc jockey introduced her to the Manhattans, and she began working as their opening act. Belle recorded a duet with them, “Where Did We Go Wrong,” that was produced by Bobby Womack in 1986. She earned a solo Columbia contract in 1987, and the single “Please Be Mine” earned both praise and a number two R&B hit. A follow-up single, “So Many Tears,” also made the R&B Top 20, and the hit “Without You,” pairing her with Peabo Bryson. In 2008 she returned to her gospel roots with “Love Forever Shines”, and had just begun a career shift to gospel when she was diagnosed with a brain tumor a year later in 2009. She recovered her health and released a second gospel album, Higher, in 2012. Opening the night’s concert is Charleston’s own Rochelle Whitney Green to set the mood for the evening.

THEATRE - BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR 8:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. ADMISSION: $25 General, $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23) Please see full description under Thursday, September 25th.

VISUAL ARTS - ALVIN B. GLEN: MAN, MEDIA, MESSAGE Please see full description on page 7

VISUAL ARTS -AFRICAN DIASPORA—CONVERGENCE AND REC- LAMATION Please see full description on page 7

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

MUSIC-GOSPEL CONCERT: “A SEA ISLAND GOSPEL EXPLOSION” 4:00pm Trinity United Methodist Church, 273 Meeting Street ADMISSION: $11 COORDINATOR: Theresa J. Hilliard

12 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Uplifting, soul stirring, gospel singing from some of Charleston’s surrounding islands. “A Sea Island Gospel Explosion” featuring, Greater St. John AME Church Men’s Choir, Allen AME Church Men’s Choir, New First Missionary Baptist Church Men’s Choir and Annivesta Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Randolph Miller is the Master of Ceremony.

REVERAND RANDOLPH MILLER: Rev. Randolph Miller is the pastor of Nichols Chapel AME Church in downtown Charleston. He is the Director of Evangelism of the 7th Episcopal District and serves as a Trustee and Resolution Writer for the South Carolina Annual Conference. Rev. Miller is the Host of Bounce Around Charleston currently seen on the Bounce Network of WCSC TV Channel 5.

ALLEN AME CHURCH MEN’S CHOIR: The Male Choir of Allen AME Church was reorganized in 2011. The male choir has sung each 3rd Sunday and on special occasions at Allen Church.

THE MALE CHORUS OF GREATER ST. JOHN AME CHURCH: The Male Chorus of the Greater St. John Church of John’s Island was established in 1984. These men of standard and distinction believe their singing and praise in service should not be vain for only what they do for Christ will last.

NEW FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH MALE CHOIR: Established in 1981, this nineteen member group is still going strong. The choir is powered by faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

ANNIVESTA MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH MALE CHOIR: The Male Choir of Annivesta Missionary Baptist Church was established in 2000. Their mission is to serve as positive role models and encourage the young men of the community to study the Word of God for a greater understanding.

THEATRE - BUBBLING BROWN SUGAR 7:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. ADMISSION: $25 General, $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23) Please see full description under Thursday, September 25th.

MUSIC-BLUES CRUISE- FEATURING ANTHONY CHARLES & THE BLUES DOLPHINS 7:00pm -9:00pm boarding at starts at 6:30pm Charleston City Marina, 17 Lockwood Drive ADMISSION: $26 for adults and $24 for seniors and students

Join us for a thrilling blues cruise aboard vintage paddlewheel riverboat “Carolina Queen,” featuring Anthony Charles & The Blues Dolphins. Based in Columbia, SC, this ensemble brings together four veterans of the Midlands’ blues scene, specializing in 13 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 a danceable mix of urban blues and Carolina backroads boogie. They’ve headlined the Julius Daniels Memorial Blues Festival, Clemson Blues Festival, Greenwood Blues Cruise, and more, making new fans everywhere they go. This will be an evening to remember! Cash bar and snacks available for purchase.

MUSIC-CHORALIERS MUSIC CLUB OF CHARLESTON 7:30pm Mother Emanuel AME Church, Lower Church, 110 Calhoun Street ADMISSION: Free

One of Charleston oldest choral groups, the Choraliers Music Club of Charleston will present a Gullah-Geechee Explosion, consisting of Gullah Folklore, Unarranged & Arranged Spirituals, Gospel, Blues and Excerpts from “Porgy and Bess.”

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

LITERARY ARTS – WRITERS’ WORKSHOP 10:00am - 12:00pm SPONSERED BY: The Joanna Foundation ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Bev. Prince Muhammad

A series of writers’ workshops for pre-selected Charleston County middle school is facilitated by Arthur Gilliard. This year Charleston Development Academy Public Charter is the selected school.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE 10:00am Carter-May Holmes, St. Joseph Residence, 1660 Ingram Road ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Bettye Purvis

MOJA performers go into area nursing homes and senior citizen centers: Theresa Hil- liard spins delightful Gullah stories and Shirley Green performs a mini gospel concert.

LITERARY ARTS - POETRY & STORYTELLING - MAYA HOUSTON 6:00pm - 7:00pm Republic Garden & Lounge, 462 King Street ADMISSION: Free

14 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 COORDINATORS: Warachal E. Faison, M.D. and Tribal Raine

Maya C. Houston is founder and CEO of Journee Publications, an independent publish- ing company, which she founded for the well-being of women and her journey to be- coming a published poet. Her latest book, “Journey the Soul of a Poet,” is a collection of her most personal poems which reflect actual private events throughout the years of her life. Houston is a graduate of Clayton State University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in theater. She has teamed up with Angel Woods of Atlanta, Georgia, to co-write and produce “The Reconstruction Of The Village,” a compelling one woman show that examines the contrasting values and lifestyle changes of African-Ameri- cans post so-called success.

CLASSICAL ENCOUNTER - POEMS OF THE DEEP SONG 7:30pm Mt Zion AME Church, 5 Glebe Street COORDINATORS: Ellen Moryl and Tiffany Rice ADMISSION: $11

This delightful and eclectic program presents some of Charleston’s finest classical musicians performing music by Manuel DaFalla, Heitor Villa Lobos, William Grant Still, J.S. Bach and others. D’Jaris Whipper Lewis, Soprano, Tiffany Rice, Violin and Anna Brock, Piano. Ellen Moryl provides continuo cello.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT THE LIBRARY/STORY SQUAD: ONCE UPON A TIME REMIXED 9:15am – 10:15am Charleston County Public Library, Auditorium, 68 Calhoun Street PRODUCED BY: Charleston County Public Library ADMISSION: Free

What happens when storytellers, singers, musicians and visual artists join forces? STORY SQUAD! This band of performers creates a theatrical feast for the ears and eyes that will have the entire family rocking. Utilizing children’s literature, songs, Harlem Renaissance era poetry, street rhymes and funky rhythms to educate, entertain and inspire families. Programmed by the Charleston County Library staff, this series provides offerings suitable for children ages 4-11 years old.

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16 2014 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL VENUES In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, people who need alternative formats, ASL interpretation, or other accommodations, please contact The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs three days prior to the performance. 843.724.7305. All venues are accessible.

1. Art Institute of Charleston 16. Hampton Park 24 North Market Street 30 Mary Murray Boulevard 2. Arthur W. Christopher 17. Magnolia Plantation Community Center & Gardens 265 Fishburne Street 3550 Ashley Rivers Road, 3. Avery Research Center West Ashley 125 Bull Street 18. Marion Square 4. Charleston City Marina King and Calhoun Streets 17 Lockwood Drive 19. Mother Emanuel 5. Brittlebank Park AME Church Lockwood Boulevard & 110 Calhoun Street Fishburne Street 20. Mt Zion AME Church 6. Charleston County 5 Glebe Street Public Library 21. Office of Cultural Affairs 68 Calhoun Street 180 Meeting Street, Suite 200 7. Charleston Housing 22. Plymouth Congregation Authority Church 562–A Meeting Street 124 Spring Street 8. Charleston Tennis Center 23. Republic Garden & Lounge 19 Farmfield Avenue, 462 King Street West Ashley 24. Scotts Grand Banquet 9. The Church of the Center/Dinner Theatre Holy Cross 5060 Dorchester Road, 299 Seven Farms Drive Suite 320 North Charleston 10. The Citadel Military 25. St. Andrews Parks College- Bond Hall and Playgrounds 171 Moultrie Street 195 Playground Road, 11. City Gallery at West Ashley Waterfront Park 26. St. Philips Episcopal 34 Prioleau Street Church 12. Craftsmen Tap House 142 Church Street 12 Cumberland Street 27. St. Stephens Episcopal 13. Dock Street Theatre Church 135 Church Street 67 Anson Street 14. Family Circle Stadium 28. Trinity United 161 Seven Farms Drive, Methodist Church Daniel Island 273 Meeting Street 15. Fountain Walk Dock 360 Concord Street

17 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 LITERARY ARTS – WRITERS’ WORKSHOP 10:00am - 12:00pm ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE (SENIORS AND THE ARTS) 10:00am Bishop Gadsden, 1 Bishop Gadsden Way, Blackmer Hall, James Island ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE 11:00am Charleston Area Senior Center, 259 Meeting Street ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

LITERARY ARTS - POETRY & STORYTELLING - PHREE WALLS 6:00pm - 7:00pm Republic Garden & Lounge, 462 King Street ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Warachal E. Faison, M.D. and Tribal Raine

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18 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Author, Natasha Phree Walls, is a loving mother, phenomenal writer, poet, and motivational speaker. Walls was raised in Del City, Oklahoma, and lived in Hanford, California, before moving to Charleston, South Carolina. She is the founder/CEO of A Word Spoken Poetry Production , which is dedicated to the movement of poetry and self-expression. At a young age, Walls began to write poetry and short stories with an ambition to inspire and give voice to the voiceless. Her talent became a tool of healing for herself as well as others, by her exceptional ability to use words to evoke emotion and describe life’s situations in a meaningful way.

MUSIC - UNSUNG HEROES: AFRICAN-AMERICAN SONGS AND STORIES OF THE CIVIL WAR 6:30pm Bond Hall Auditorium, The Citadel 171 Moultrie Street ADMISSION: $11

The Citadel Choir and the NoSeeums Band will present a chorale program that will raise up the unsung African-American heroes of the Civil War, from slaves to freedmen, field hands to boatmen by exploring in song and word their triumphs and tragedies, their bravery and sacrifice, and their interactions with people from both the Union and Confederacy. Traditional songs and gospel spirituals from the era will be performed along with original compositions by musician Dana Downs and spoken words from relevant texts celebrating these unsung heroes. For example, “Ballad of Robert Smalls,” an original Downs composition, tells the story of the enslaved boatman who commandeered a Confederate supply boat and sailed it through the Charleston Blockade. Quotations from Frederick Douglass, John Brown, and other voices of the time will be interspersed with these songs. Together, this powerful musical exploration of the African-American heroes of the Civil War will make for a moving and uplifting musical event to complement the array of MOJA offerings.

This program is sponsored by The Citadel’s Fine Arts program and The Citadel’s Multi-Cultural Student Services department.

LITERARY ARTS - LITERARY CORNER - PEARL CLEAGE 7:00pm - 9:00pm Avery Research Center, 125 Bull Street SPONSORED BY: Avery Research Center, Total Wine & More, The Joanna Foun- dation, South Arts, South Carolina Arts Commission and Hilton Garden Inn ADMISSION: $11 COORDINATOR: Terri Prince-Gaillard

Join us as we welcome back to Charleston and the 2014 MOJA Arts Festival, bestselling play write and author Pearl Cleage. Cleage will talk about her inspiration for writing and how some of her bestselling books were crafted. Books like “What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day,” “Just Wanna Testify,” and “Seen It All and Done the Rest.” Along with the tales from her memoir, “Things I Should Have Told My Daughter,” Cleage will reflect on her personal and professional life and her very colorful past. Ms. 19 Through the power of the arts, we are all inspired to rise above the ordinary. Boeing is proud to sponsor the MOJA Arts Festival and its ongoing mission to celebrate diversity through performing arts.

257269-016_MOJA_Festival.indd 1 8/18/2014 2:50:22 PM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 - WEDBESDAY, OCTOBER 1 Cleage has had many honors including being a chosen author for Oprah’s Book Club, writing several best sellers and seeing her dramatic works on some of the nation’s most respected stages. This reading is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the South Carolina Arts Commission.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT THE LIBRARY/ BECKY’S BOX OF PUPPETS: WHY MOSQUITOES BUZZ IN PEOPLE’S EARS 9:15am – 10:15am Charleston County Public Library, Auditorium, 68 Calhoun Street PRODUCED BY: Charleston County Public Library ADMISSION: Free

A host of colorful animals bring this popular African folktale to life. When one foolish action causes a chain reaction that endangers all the animals, the Lion King must put all to rights. Authentic music and much audience participation make this popular story a memorable theatrical event. Programmed by the Charleston County Library staff, this series provides offerings suitable for children ages 4-11 years old.

HISTORIC SITE DESIGNATION 10:00am Plymouth Congregational Church, 124 Spring Street ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: AnnaBell Seabrook

The Plymouth Congregational Church was born from the Circular Congregational Church in downtown Charleston. After more than 45 years of worship in harmony with its white members, the black members withdrew to form the Plymouth Congregational Church. In the 1800’s, Plymouth became the cultural center of the Black community in Charleston. Plymouth hosted a number of prominent black figures; like W.E.B. Du Bois and Paul Robeson. It is considered one of the oldest congregational churches of the 21 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1 south. Historical information can be found by visiting www.mojafestival.com.

LITERARY ARTS- WRITERS’ WORKSHOP 10:00am - 12:00pm ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE 11:00am Carter-May Holmes, St. Josephs Residence, 1660 Ingram Road ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE 1:00pm Charleston Area Senior Center, 259 Meeting Street ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

LITERARY ARTS - SWAHILI WORKSHOP 1:30 pm Springfield Elementary School, 2741 Clover Street-West Ashley; Ms. B. Adams, Principal ADMISSION: Free 3rd Graders- Limited Seats for Others-Call 763-1538 COORDINATOR: S. Johari Andika

The workshop, facilitated by Ms. S. Johari Andika, presents the importance of Swahili in America, Africa, and the business world. Students and teachers participate in Swahili activities for greeting friends and relatives, making introductions, asking for food at the table, thanking a host, and saying, “Good bye.” Students and teachers receive handouts of common expressions that can be used at school, and at home. Tell someone, “Nakupenda.” (I Love you.) “Kwa heri” (Good bye).

BLOCK PARTY 5:00pm - 7:00pm Charleston Housing Authority, 562-A Meeting Street SPONSORED BY: Housing Authority of the City of Charleston ADMISSION: Free

Experience a night of entertainment as the Charleston Housing Authority hosts a MOJA block party. This gathering is for the young and old. On site health screenings, free food, with local artists performing and gospel sensation Christal Brown Gibson headlining. Come out and celebrate this festive event.

22 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1 LITERARY ARTS - POETRY & STORYTELLING - CARLOS JOHNSON AND THE SPEAK FREELY FOUNDATION 6:00pm - 7:00pm Craftsmen Kitchen and Tap House, 12 Cumberland Street ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Warachal E. Faision, M.D. and Tribal Raine

Carlos Johnson, a native of Summerville, South Carolina, currently resides in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Johnson has founded organizations such as The Poetry Show and the Speak Freely Foundation (SFF). SFF, a non-profit organization, supports local youth in the arts. Its mission is to support, educate, and enlighten youth through the arts to better their lives as well as society. The SFF, in collaboration with the City of North Charleston, offers The [email protected]. (Speaking Life @mong Many) Poetry Program and the North Charleston Boxing Club at the Armory Park Center. Youth from the Speak Freely Foundation program will present with Johnson.

MUSIC- JAZZ CRUISE: DA’RRELL RAVENELL & FRIENDS 8:00pm-10:00pm; boarding at 7:30pm. Board at Fountain Walk, 360 Concord Street SPONSORED BY: The Spirit of Charleston ADMISSION: $16

Soulful, passionate, expressive jazz music will fill the air as we tour Charleston harbor. The Lowcoutry’s own Da’rrell Ravenell has shared the stage with numerous national jazz artists; Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown, Mindi Abair, Richard Elliott, Joe Sample, Jonathan Butler, Najee, Alex Bugnon, Al Jarreau, just to name a few. He has also been privileged to accompany many national gospel artists. Please come out to enjoy Da’rrell Ravenell & Friends full repertoire and take advantage of breathtaking views from the moonlit water. Head to the dance floor inside, or cut loose out on the deck. Cash bar and snacks available for purchase.

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT THE LIBRARY/ DRUMMING AND DANCE WITH WONA WOMALAN 9:15am – 10:15am Charleston County Public Library, Auditorium, 68 Calhoun Street PRODUCED BY: Charleston County Public Library ADMISSION: Free

Wona Womalan brings an appreciation of West Africa’s vibrant and beautiful musical arts to audiences of all ages. The ensemble dives into a breathtaking explosion of high energy and visually spectacular drumming, singing and dance. Programmed by the Charleston County Library staff, this series provides offerings suitable for children ages 4-11 years old.

LITERARY ARTS - WRITERS’ WORKSHOP 10:00am - 12:00pm ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

LITERARY ARTS - POETRY & STORYTELLING - JEFFREY GUILLAUME 6:00pm - 7:00pm City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Warachal E. Faison, M.D. and Tribal Raine

Jeffrey Guillaume (aka Mr. Emotional The Poet) is a native of Newark, New Jersey, and currently resides in Columbia, South Carolina. Guillaume discovered his love for the performing arts at Benedict College, where he received a Bachelor of Science in public health. Since his graduation, Guillaume has quickly become one of South Carolina’s most celebrated poets, winning poetry slams and performing all over the nation. With the love he has for young people, poetry is his unique way of giving back and connecting with youth by showing them alternative methods of self-expression. In 2013, Guillaume discovered a literacy program entitled, “Write Yourself Free”.

THEATRE-”GULLAH/GEECHEE CONVERSATION: JES WANA TESTIFY!” 7:00pm Scotts Grand Banquet Center/Dinner Theatre 5060 Dorchester Road, Suite 320 North Charleston, SC 29418 PRODUCED BY: Carlie Towne Productions ADMISSION: $16 General; $5 Children under 12 COORDINATOR: Carlie Towne

The stage is set for an evening of thought provoking, moving, fun loving, soul stirring and 25 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 dramatic community reality theater. “Gullah/Geechee Conversation: Jes Wana Testify!” takes you into the mind of Truth Pringle a Gullah/Geechee woman who lives in Union Height an underserved community that is also called the Neck area of Charleston. Truth is in search of her true authentic self. She decides to go into the wilderness and try to find a peace of mind. She starts to imagine, feel and hear the conversations of her ancestor from Belmount plantation of which the Neck area was once called. Truth finds soul stirring conversation about the journey of life in a family eatery called the “Fruit of the Spirit Restaurant.” The ingredients found will teach life lessons through the fruit of the spirit, love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness and self-control.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3

LITERARY ARTS - 4th GRADERS READ OUT 9:00-10:00am Various Venues ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Terri Prince-Gaillard and Elease Amos-Goodwin

4th grade students from pre-selected Charleston County Schools participate in a special reading program in which students receive a free copy of the book. This year ‘s selection is “Iggie’s House” by Judy Blume. The story concerns Winnie, whose best friend Iggie has moved away. The new family moving into Iggie’s house are the first African Americans in the neighborhood. While Winnie is quick to make friends with the new kids, she realizes that some people, possibly including her own parents, have trouble seeing past a person’s color.

YOUTH FORUM – POETRY SLAM 9:15am Saint John’s High School, 1518 Main Rd, Johns Island ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Leroy Lewis

Charleston County School District students share their thought about the topic “Am I my brother’s keeper?” In this competitive event, poets perform their work and are 26 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 judged by members of the audience. The slam is designed for the audience to react vocally and openly to all aspects of the show, including the poet’s performance, the judges’ scores, and the host’s banter.

LITERARY ARTS – WRITERS’ WORKSHOP 10:00am to 12:00pm ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE 11:00am Heartland of West Ashley Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, 1137 Sam Rittenburg Ave ADMISSION: Free Please see full description under Monday, September 29th.

LITERARY ARTS - POETRY & STORYTELLING - TABU HAZEL 6:00pm - 7:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre Courtyard, 135 Church St ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Warachal E. Faison, M.D. and Tribal Raine

As twilight sets on the city, actress, poet Tabu Hazel performs in the intimate setting of the Courtyard of the Historic Dock Street Theatre. Originally from White Plains, New York, Peggy Logan (aka Tabu Hazel) is an actress and poet who grew up in Summer- ton, South Carolina, and currently resides in Columbia, South Carolina. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in theater/education from Claflin University. For Tabu Hazel, there is power in poetry. As a spoken word artist, she is an advocate who promotes awareness of cancer, domestic violence, homelessness and sexual assault. Her number one goal is to change lives with words. Her poetry and deliver- ance can be described as being “smooth, fluid, melodic and empowering.” She has performed throughout the country in many venues.

DANCE - CARMEN De LAVALLADE: AS I REMEMBER IT 7:30pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St SPONSORED BY: South Arts, South Carolina Arts Commission, Hilton Garden Inn, The New England Foundation for the Arts, The Joanna Foundation ADMISSION: $20 General Admission COORDINATOR: Edna Edwards Williams

This is a must see show. In this intimate multimedia portrait, legendary artist Carmen de Lavallade fuses dance, personal writings, projections of her younger self, and films featuring some of her significant collaborators to trace a career that spans seven decades. Carmen de Lavallade’s worked with luminaries such as Lena Horne, Josephine Baker, Harry Belafonte, Alvin Ailey, and many others. In her new solo show,

27 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 As I Remember It, Carmen de Lavallade combines powerful movement and poignant storytelling to weave a theatrical memoir about her venerable life on stage. This presentation is made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, with additional support from the National Endow- ment for the Arts, and is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the South Carolina Arts Commission.

MUSIC - BLUES CRUISE- FEATURING FLOYD WILSON & THE ELECTROPHONIC BLUES BAND 7:00pm - 9:00 pm boarding at starts at 6:30pm Charleston City Marina, 17 Lockwood Drive ADMISSION: $26 for adults and $24 for seniors and students

Join us for a thrilling blues cruises aboard vintage paddlewheel riverboat “Carolina Queen”. Featuring Floyd Wilson & The Electrophonic Blues Band: Chicago blues at its toughest! Guitarist/singer Floyd Wilson, born & raised in the Windy City, was inspired by Muddy Waters and Albert King and was mentored by none less than the legendary Lefty Dizz. This is the classic Chicago sound - hard-hitting, emotional, and real-deal. One listen and we think you will agree. First-ever Carolinas engagement! Cash bar and snacks available for purchase.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

CHARLESTON BOXING CLUB ANNUAL MOJA CUP 7:00pm -10:00pm (weigh in at 4pm for participants) Arthur Christopher Gymnasium, Hagood & Fishburne Streets SPONSORED BY: The Charleston Boxing Club ADMISSION: $10 General; $5 Youth; Free for Children under 8; tickets available at the door only COORDINATORS: Al “Hollywood” Meggett and Osei Terry Chandler

This yearly event is sanctioned by U. S. A. Boxing. It highlights some of the region’s best up and coming talents. Come enjoy an evening of different weight classes boxing in the ring. 28 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 SPECIAL EVENTS - COMMUNITY TRIBUTE LUNCHEON 11:30-1:30pm Magnolia Planation & Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Road, West Ashley SPONSORED BY: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, AT&T, Total Wine & More DONATION: $35 (ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY by calling 843-724-7307) COORDINATOR: Vertelle Amos Kenion

At this annual outdoor awards luncheon, the MOJA Arts Festival bestows awards on selected community leaders in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the quality of the life in their community. The 2014 MOJA Arts Festival Planning and Com- munity Tribute Luncheon Committees are proud to salute this year’s leaders.

Community Tribute Luncheon 2014 Honorees: Mrs. Karole Turner Campbell Artist Mrs. Adrianne M. Holt Business Ms. Barbara Gathers Civic & Community Service Mr. Joseph R. Frasier, Jr. Contribution to MOJA Elise Davis-McFarland, Ph.D Education Ms. Octavia Mitchell Media Tri-County Black Nurses Association Medicine Ms. Zaria Omega Stewart Outstanding High School Student Mr. Bruce Mitchell, II Outstanding High School Student Mr. Michael Whack Politics (Local) Reverend Alonzo Washington Religion

POETRY AND STORYTELLING – OPEN MIC 2:30PM - 3:30PM Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, 125 Bull Street ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, M.D.

Regional and local poets and writers are invited to perform. Please join us in listening to some wonderful poets and feel free to make your way up to the mic and let us hear your talent.

CSO GOSPEL CHOIR PRESENTS: UNTIL THE NEXT TIME 5:00pm St. Philips Episcopal Church, 142 Church Street ADMISSION: Adult $21.00; $11.00 Student

A performance honoring the life and legacy of Sadie Green Oglesby, educator and television pioneer who became the first black person to host a television program in Charleston at WCSC Live-5 news (CBS Affiliate).

29 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 BOOK SIGNING- U.S. CONGRESSMAN JAMES E. CLYBURN, BLESSED EXPERIENCES 5:00pm - 6:00pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street ADMISSION: Free

As a special addition U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn will join us for a book signing of his memoirs. From his humble beginnings in Sumter, South Carolina, to his prominence on the Washington, DC, political scene as the third highest-ranking Dem- ocrat in the House of Representatives, U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn has led an extraordinary life. In “Blessed Experiences,” Clyburn tells in his own inspirational words how an African-American boy from the Jim Crow-era South was able to beat the odds to achieve great success and become, as President Barack Obama describes him, “one of a handful of people who, when they speak, the entire Congress listens.” Books will be available for purchase and signature.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5

RECREATION-HAROLD SMITH ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT 8:00am St. Andrews Parks and Playground, 195 Playground Road ADMISSION: Free COORDINATORS: Phil Burke, Vincent Smith, and Carl Campbell

The Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament is a USTA sanctioned tournament. Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, Oct. 1 by 12noon ($38.00 for adult singles; $23 per player for adult doubles). For more information, please call Phil Burke, Vincent Smith, or Carl Campbell at (843) 763-4360.

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30 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 MUSIC - “I, TOO, SING AMERICA”: A CELEBRATION IN WORD AND SONG 2:00pm Church of the Holy Cross, 299 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island ADMISSION: $16 Adults, $11 Students & Seniors

Join Mezzo-Sopranos Laquavia Alston and Shanelle Woods as they explore the rich history of spirituals and poetry that has shaped the African American experience. Inspired by the legacy of singers such as Kathleen Battle and Jessye Norman, Alston and Woods pay homage to the singers who have striven to further the African American presence in opera and on national stages. Through the ever-present words of Langston Hughes, stories of faith and those of our culture are woven beautifully together in a tapestry that forgets not the shadows of past oppression while illuminat- ing present progress - and sings with hope of what lies ahead. We, too, sing trium- phantly of America.

SPECIAL EVENT - MOJA FINALE 4:00pm - 9:30pm SPONSORED BY: SCE&G, C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonalds and The Boeing Company Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Boulevard ADMISSION: Free COORDINATOR: Office of Cultural Affairs

This event wraps up the festival celebration. The unique high-energy sound will fill the air. An evening lineup of live musical performances and a variety of community-based service organizations will be on hand with helpful information. Visit the vendors ‘mar- ketplace and enjoy mouthwatering ethnic foods as the festival comes to a triumphant end!

CONGRATULATIONS MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL

31 2014 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICIAL POSTER “WALI” BY ALVIN B. GLEN ABOUT THE ARTIST: A native of Dorchester, South Carolina, Alvin B. Glen began drawing at an early age. He was always drawing for teachers and friends, and was always at the top of his class. He aspired to attend South Carolina State University to study music. While registering at the college he noticed the visual arts sign. After a short in- quiry, he changed his major to visual art with a minor in education. He never intended to teach, but the education minor was a safety net for him. After seeing the glow of success on his students’ faces, after they have had an “ah-ha” moment during a lesson, locked him into education. Graduating from South Carolina State University, in 1979, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education, he went on to become a certified Art instructor, Band Director, and was voted Teacher of the Year. He currently teaches art at Harleyville-Ridgeville Middle School, and has been an art teacher for 31 years.

As for Alvin’s work, his earlier work contained mixed-media; (pencils, fabric dyes and spray paints). Presently, he combines those medium with watercolor, dye and pencils. His work is mostly inspired by children and the elderly. He sometimes creates work rem- iniscent of people and events from his past, church, school and even his students.

He have competed and placed in many juried art exhibitions, served as an art exhibition juror and have exhibited in solo and group art exhibitions extensively, including Columbia Museum, Columbia, SC, Black Arts Festival, Atlanta, GA, MOJA Arts Festival, Charleston, SC, Piccolo Spoleto Festival, Charleston, SC, I.P. Stanback Museum at S.C. State University, Orangeburg, SC, the Spartanburg Arts Center, Spartanburg, SC and a host of other venues. His work is in numerous private, public and corporate collections.

Currently, he is exhibiting at the Charleston Artist Guild Gallery in Charleston, SC.

THE OFFICIAL MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL LOGO Artist, Robert Washington is the creator of the Official MOJA Arts Festival Logo. Originally from Walterboro, SC, Robert Washington is a graduate of Voorhees College in Denmark, SC. Mr. Washington is a self-taught artist in multiple media, but he prefers to work in watercolors. He interprets his work as “Lowcountry Nostalgia,” the lifestyles and mannerisms of African-Americans, from St. Simon Island, GA to Sandy Island, SC. Mr. Washington also designed the logo for the Philip Simmons Foundation on Anson Street in Charleston, SC.

HOW TO APPLY TO MOJA 2015… Application deadline for performing artists: January 22, 2015. Each component of the MOJA Arts Festival: A Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts is carefully selected by a jury process. If you would like to be considered as a performer/presenter for the 2015 MOJA Arts Festival, (September 24- October 4, 2015), please send the com- pleted Official MOJA Application Form (available at www.mojafestival.com beginning in November 2014) and a package of information including the following materials: In- cluding (1) a cover letter describing your work and what you intend to present at MOJA, (2) a work sample (CD/DVD/written work/photos of your work); (3) press and publicity about your work; and (4) application fee. These materials must be filed with the Office of Cultural Affairs by January 22, 2015 for consideration. 32 MARLON DANIEL MUSIC DIRECTOR OCTOBER 22-26, 2014 CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA

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THE FATHER OF BLACK CLASSICAL MUSIC JAZZ UNDER THE STARS with REGINA BELLE MOJA opening act: Rochelle Whitney Green ARTS FESTIVAL SEPT 27 • 8PM FAMILY CIRCLE STADIUM ADMISSION: 161 Seven Farms Dr, Daniel Island, SC $21-$36

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