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Anthony Bean Community Theater and the Art of Giving Back
The Cast of Anthony Bean Community Theater’s Production of CATS
I wanted to do something different and to expose young people to opera and By Edwin Buggage show that African-American kids could do this play and I must say they did an excellent job,” remarks Bean . “Also with this production I was able to do a show that featured 75 Black kids and in turn take them outside of their comfort zone The Anthony Bean Community Theater has been a safe haven for young and they stepped up to the plate and knocked it out the park ”. people and also a place that for over a decade exposed kids and adults in New Anthony Bean says he is more than just an acting teacher . He says the skills Orleans to the world of theatre . “This is the 11th year that I have had a summer the kids obtain will help them live more productive lives, “The things I am try- program and I am always excited to see so many young people involved in such ing to impart on these young people is to give them things that will help them to a positive activity as theatre,” says Bean . be a success such as discipline, determination and dedication, I am just simply Over the years Bean has written and directed the plays performed by the using theatre as a way to teach these qualities,” says Bean of his commitment youth, but in recent years he has staged large scale productions of classic plays . to the youth of the city . Last year the students performed “The Wiz” and this year the kids did a produc- As the artistic landscape of the City is changing with many theatre compa- tion of the Broadway musical “Cats” to a capacity crowd . “I did “Cats” because nies struggling to survive ABCT is thriving on the heels of the runaway success
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Anthony Bean (shown with Singer Irma Thomas and WWLTV Anchor Sally-Ann Roberts) said “I wanted to do something different and to expose young people to opera and show that African- American kids could do this play.” of the hit play “Reflections” a I am aiming to do is telling our them to learn how to produce play that chronicles the rise, fall stories and giving to the world a television show,” says Bean . and redemption of former New and each other a slice of our his- Continuing he says, “The show Orleans City Councilmember tory,” says Bean . is a positive outlet for them to Oliver Thomas . “I think why Continuing he says, “And explore the issues that concern Dr. Carolina Urbizo Dr. Eva Blanche Centanni Dr. Jay Dumas Pediatrician Pediatrician Dentist we have been able to be more through these performances them and it is informative as Carrollton Carrollton Carrollton successful than some other the- it is also about our young peo- well as entertaining and I am atre companies is that what we ple learning where they come proud of what the kids have have been able to do is service a from and having a respect for been able to create thus far .” community that the mainstream their heritage and traditions Helping the youth is Mr . theatre community has ignored and hopefully my camp can be Bean’s passion; he feels that and also we have given our audi- something that plants the seeds giving back to his community is ence stories that are relevant to for future generations to use the what gives his life meaning and their experience,” says Bean of stage as a space to let the world purpose, “I believe in Divine the niche that ABCT has been know who we are as a commu- Design and it has been a higher able to tap into . nity .” calling that has led me to living While Bean’s company has ABCT has partnered with a life that has been dedicated done the works of Pulitzer Prize the New Orleans Recreation to service,” says Bean . As an Winning Playwrights August Department (NORD) who has advocate for youngsters espe- Call Today for an Appointment! Wilson and Charles Fuller, he given Bean the financing to staff cially Black males he says what has also used his theatre as a his program with young people he does with his summer youth Carrollton space to showcase his own writ- from the community to serve as program serves as a deterrent 3201 S. Carrollton Ave. | 504-207-3060 ings and that of many talented teachers for his students . “I am for young people who may oth- Bywater/St. Cecilia individuals in the New Orleans grateful to all the help my NORD erwise be involved in behavior 1030 Lesseps St. | 504-941-6041 area, “My company’s goal is to partners have given me over that may lead to their demise .” Metairie give people a chance to express the years to help with providing As a young activist during 111 N. Causeway Blvd. | 504-482-0084 themselves through art, and me the resources to reach out the Civil Rights and Black Arts while some that come through and give talented young adults Movement, Anthony Bean saw Commercial Insurance and Medicaid Accepted the doors may aspire to become from the community a chance art as a way to make a differ- professional actors many are to teach and mentor every sum- ence in the world and today he just ordinary citizens looking mer,” says Bean . is still sounding the trumpet for a creative outlet and I think In addition to conquering the leading the charge . He is a dedi- this theatre serves as a valuable world of stage Anthony Bean cated individual who truly loves space for that,” says Bean . has a project that he says is his city and through his art giv- Being part of the New Or- “Hip-Hop meets Information” ing youth the tools to live a suc- ladatanews.com leans Theatre community for the show is called “Teen Trax” cessful life . “Acting and activism nearly four decades Bean is that airs at 11:30 on Saturday is what I live for,” says Bean . “I concerned in preserving a mornings on My 54 . It features feel that I was put here on this tradition of African-American ABCT kids and is hosted by earth to make a difference and theatre . Responding that it is rapper/actor Tony Felix, and is every day I see those kids and one of the main reasons he is shot, written and produced by the things they accomplish and so vigilant about helping train young people . “I felt it was im- know I have given them the the next generation for a life portant to put the power in their hope and the drive to succeed on the big stage . “I think what hands, also it is a great way for that gives me peace of mind ”. Page 4 August 6 - August 12, 2011 Special www.ladatanews.com
Asante Awards Celebrate Accomplishments of New Orleanians
By Eric Connerly creative arts in addition to citizens the best of what our city is about his older brother James Andrews and businessman Sherman Cope- Asante is a Swahili word that from the civic, business, law en- and that is the spirit of giving and and cousin Glen David Andrews . lin, business owner Don Hubbard, means thank you . On August 3, forcement and many other areas I just want to say thank you to all The marching clubs were also and former NOPD officer Roland 2011 throngs of people came out of endeavor . The purpose of the the award recipients for what they represented as a number of them Doucette who created many com- to witness and recognize many show was to highlight and award do for our city as we rebuild,” says were honored including the Black munity outreach programs for esteemed New Orleanians that the unsung heroes and sheroes of Lawrence Martin, founder of the Men of Labor . Also the scholar, young people while a member have given so much to this great the great City of New Orleans . Asante Awards . musician and preservationist/ar- of the NOPD were on hand to historical city . The Asante Foun- “I created this show and festi- The Asante Awards is always a chivist Dr . Michael White and the receive their awards . Lawrence dation Awards and Festival is an val as a way to bring together our great event drawing a who’s who legendary late Indian Chief Alli- Martin says of the show’s suc- annual event that celebrates the community and to recognize ex- in the city and this year was no son “Tootie” Montana was among cess, “We have again put on a contributions of people from the cellence in individuals that show different . The ceremony featured those honored . “As the city is go- first-class production that spot- many outstanding citizens who ing through a change it is impor- light the best of New Orleans and
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By Edwin Buggage Photo by Jafar M. Pierre ahead musically, holding on to its distinct sound while breaking new ground . Sade herself says, “I never want Elegant, regal, beautiful and sensually soulful are a to repeat myself, and that becomes a more interesting few words that describe the enchantress of song Sade challenge for us the longer we carry on together .” (Helen Folasade Adu) who has since the late 1980’s Being onstage is Sade’s first love, the interaction be- given the world a brand of music that knows no musi- tween audience and performer; she feels this is where cal category . With its blend of music ranging from jazz, music really touches people’s heart . For she eschews R&B and rhythms of the Caribbean creating infectious much of the gimmicks of selling an image and feels the inflected grooves that is a global stew delighting to the music and the songs should speak for themselves and sonic palate . After a hiatus from recording and touring come from an authentic place, “If you just do TV or vid- Sade is presently on the North American leg of a tour eo then you become a tool of the record industry ”. says featuring opening act John Legend that recently made Sade . Continuing she says, “All you’re doing is selling its way to the Crescent City . a product, it’s when I get on stage with the band and we Performing to a capacity crowd of the grown, sexy Sade play that I know that people love the music I can feel it and sophisticated their two-hour set was a showcase in have something to say . I’m not interested in releasing and sometimes I yearn to be on the road and the feeling how to give the perfect performance . It was a captivat- music just for the sake of selling something Sade is not overwhelms me .” ing extravaganza as the lovely Sade in all her majesty a brand,” says Sade . As she has begun a tour that will take her to many held court as a goddess of song . During their two-hour The music from this creative eclectic foursome that places to perform for her adoring and loyal fans Sade set they went through their vast catalog of hits as the includes bassist Paul Denman, guitarist and saxophon- although an iconic artist she is not interested in celeb- crowd danced and grooved along to the music that has ist Stewart Matthewman and keyboardist Andrew Hale rity for the sake of celebrity . She is a grounded artist defined a generation . has been able to carve a niche with timeless addic- rooted in having a semblance of normalcy she says that Sade is a woman who throughout her career has tive classics from Sweetest Taboo, No Ordinary Love, helps her creativity and to continue to write songs that been the epitome of authenticity, transcending the Cherish and most recently Soldier of Love . This four connects to people and fuels her evolution as an artist, fads, trends and marketing schemes of the business time Grammy award-winning group has received criti- “ . “You can only grow as an artist as long as you allow and has become successful and sustained her career cal acclaim and sold millions of records globally . And yourself the time to grow as a person,” says Sade . on her own terms . “I only make records when I feel I after several decades together how does a group forge Everyone’s talking. BRILLIANT! “NOT TO BE “ Roger Moore, ORLANDO SENTINEL ” MISSED!” Lee Bailey, EURWEB.COM “Breathtaking!” Guy Farris, ABC-TV/SACRAMENTO
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CATS! CATS, the 1981 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, is also one of the longest-running musicals in Broadway history . This amazing score by Andrew Lloyd Weber includes the hit song “Memory” to be performed by New Orleans own, Charmaine Neville . Enchanting music and fantastic dancing make this a purr-fect show for lovers of man’s second-best friend . Don’t miss the Anthony Bean Community Theater/NORD Summer Youth Program production of CATS!
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National Urban League’s Boston Conference Urges President and Congress to Refocus National Debate on Jobs
President John F. Kennedy The State of the Black Middle Class,” we sachusetts on April 19, 1775 and began The National Urban League concluded found that the great recession has begun the Revolutionary War, we fired an open- the first conference of its second century to dismantle the crown jewel achieve- ing volley in the War on Unemployment of service and economic empowerment ment of racial advancement in America – a by urging everyone at our conference and this past Saturday in Boston . By all ac- strong Black middle class . Our analysis everyone in America to sign an open letter counts, this was one of the most success- clearly shows that whether one looks at to the President and Congressional lead- ful gatherings in the organization’s 101- education, income or any other meaning- ers . Our letter urges our political leaders year history . Thousands of citizens from ful measure, almost all the economic gains to refocus the national debate from deficit across the country came to the birthplace that Blacks have made in the last 30 years reduction to putting America back to work . of America to rally support for jobs and to have been lost in the Great Recession that It calls for a national jobs summit and a Marc Morial keep the American Dream alive . started in December 2007 and in the ane- national jobs plan based in part on the Na- President and CEO This year’s conference which was mic recovery that has followed since June tional Urban League’s 12-point jobs plan . National Urban League themed, “Jobs Rebuild America,” gave 2009 . This means that the size of the Black It is my hope that public pressure will voice to the concerns of 14 million unem- middle class is shrinking, the fruits that achieve what political leadership has thus ployed Americans, including urban com- come from being in the Black middle class far struggled to deliver – a fair, balanced munities of color that have suffered the are dwindling, and the ladders of opportu- and effective solution to the issue of job To Be Equal most during the great recession . The Na- nity for reaching the Black middle class creation and ballooning budget deficits . “We face, therefore, a moral crisis as a tional Urban League has been a lifeline of are disappearing . Our thanks to Boston Mayor, Thomas country and as a people…It is not enough support during this crisis, providing job Our conference was also held in the Menino; Massachusetts Governor Deval to pin the blame on others, to say this is a training, foreclosure prevention, education midst of the debt ceiling debate which for Patrick; and Urban League of Eastern problem of one section of the country or and health services to a record 2 6. million weeks has held the American economy Massachusetts CEO, Darnell Williams for another or deplore the facts that we face . A Americans in 2010 . But even with that as- hostage to demands for draconian budget making this year’s conference such a suc- great change is at hand, and our task, our sistance, our communities continue to fall cuts that would spare wealthier Ameri- cess . obligation, is to make that revolution, that further behind . cans from tax increases and further im- To view and sign our open letter to the change, peaceful and constructive for all .” In a new National Urban League report peril Black America along with middle and President and Congressional leaders visit: released during the conference, “At Risk: working class families . http://www .iamempowered .com/ar- That is why on the first day of the confer- ticle/2011/07/27/national-urban-league- ence we asked the American people to for- ope . . mally enlist in the war on unemployment . Marc H . Morial is the President and In the spirit of the “Shot Heard Round the CEO of the National Urban League . World” that rang out from Lexington, Mas-
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Changing Homeownership Landscape Focus of Black Realtists National Convention
National Association The lingering economic un- the real estate industry including: balance and involve the right play- 1947 and holds the distinction of of Real Estate Brokers steadiness, unacceptably high minority real estate professionals; ers to chart a new course toward being the nation’s oldest minor- (NAREB) grapple foreclosure rates, and changing mortgage lenders; asset manag- homeownership for African-Amer- ity real estate trade association . government-backed mortgage ers; financial services executives; icans and other minority groups . “Our communities and our people with impact of lending policies serve as the back- Federal housing policymakers; A strong, committed public/pri- deserve opportunity now . We are foreclosures, redefined drop for the 64th Annual Conven- community developers; financial vate partnership focused on real unwilling to believe that home- mortgage lending tion of the National Association analysts; housing counselors, and neighborhood revitalization, the ownership is a dream deferred or and homeownership of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) homeownership advocates are value of sustainable homeown- denied,” Wimbish went on to say . scheduled for New Orleans, LA, gathering to plot a new route to- ership, combined with local and For more information about the prospects for Black August 5 -10, 2011, at the Ritz- ward sustainable and affordable Federal political will, holds the Convention schedule, registration Americans and other Carlton Hotel, 921 Canal Street . homeownership for minorities answer and the solution,” said and speakers, visit the NAREB minority groups. The more than 600 attendees and all Americans . Vincent Wimbish, President and website at www.nareb.com. representing the full spectrum of “We’ve got to strike the right CEO, of NAREB, established in
Community Advocates, Entergy Employees Seek Sustained Funding for LIHEAP Assistance program helps needy customers pay energy costs
Employees from Entergy New Orleans, Inc. and Entergy Louisiana, LLC are joining community advocates in Washington, D.C. this week to ask Congress to oppose funding cuts to a program that helps Louisiana’s low income residents pay energy costs.
If proposed cuts to the federal Low Income Home Energy Assis- tance Program are enacted, tens of thousands of Louisianans would lose out on approximately $35 million in assistance that helps them pay utility bills . The delegation from Louisiana will be among hundreds of ad- vocates from across the country participating in the National Fuel Funds Network’s LIHEAP Action Day on Aug . 2 . Employees from Entergy New Orleans and Entergy Louisiana are there as part of their ongoing commitment to help low-income customers . LIHEAP is America’s primary tool to help pay energy costs for the elderly, the disabled and working-poor families with young children . Current budget proposals call for cutting LIHEAP funding in half, from the current $5 .1 billion to $2 .5 billion . “LIHEAP is such an important program for our friends and neigh- bors who are truly in need,” said Melonie Hall, Director of Custom- er Service for Entergy New Orleans, Inc . “We understand Congress must address deficit spending, but our elected leaders must also understand the growing need for assistance being seen by our com- munity partners .” More than 400,000 people were added to the official poverty rolls between 2008 and 2009 in the four states served by Entergy utilities . In addition, pressure on the working poor continues to grow with the cost of energy, food and gasoline rising faster than wages . “This is not the time to cut the safety net for people struggling to survive,” Hall added . “We’re asking Congress to set aside $5 1. billion for LIHEAP this fiscal year . If we don’t keep funding at least level with last year, tens of thousands of families will be left without help or forced to choose between buying food and medicine or pay- ing their utility bills . “If LIHEAP funding is roughly cut in half as proposed, it will trans- late into funding cuts of some two-thirds or more for states like Ar- kansas, Louisiana and Mississippi and as much as three-fourths for Texas,” Hall said . “The cuts are disproportionate for a region with the nation’s highest poverty rate . It’s a combined loss of $250 million for the four states .” Page 10 August 6 - August 12, 2011 State & Local News www.ladatanews.com
Tim Smooth and the Meaning of Life
Local Rap Legend Orleans rap Sporty T, Warren Timothy “Tim Smooth” Mayes and Smooth’s partner Lil Smoot passed away at Daddy/Baby T who produced and appeared on the album cover of “I age 39 Gotsa Have It .” It is these people who have created the template for By Edwin Buggage Master P’s No Limit Records and The world lost an amazing tal- the Williams’ Brothers and their ent in the great wordsmith Timo- Cash Money Records Empire . thy Smoot known to the world as As much of today’s rap features “Tim Smooth” who lost a bout music that is often too loud, too with throat cancer passing away lewd and uncreative Tim Smooth at the young age of thirty-nine . was the real deal . He was the total While Tim Smooth has tran- package able to weave crafty vers- scended leaving many family, es over music that people could friends and fans behind to mourn dance to and feel good . He was he has made an indelible mark one of those artist who will always on the music industry . At a very be remembered in my mind as young age as a rapper with his someone whose music provided trademark witty wordplay he re- the soundtrack for a time when leased an album that would make we went on the Lakefront in the him a local and regional legend, summer where I was “chillin” the classic 1991 “I Gotsa Have It ”. with my boys Glenn, Larry, De- This album catapulted him into Rap Legend Timothy “Tim Smooth”Smoot with Data News Editor Edwin Buggage and Mannie Fresh forest, Kelvin and Charlie V listen- the stratosphere where he influ- ing to the booming beats coming enced many artist including men- out of the Nissan trucks, 300zx’s toring the future rap superstar who was always full of laughter His music will always standout that will never be forgotten . and IROC Z28’s that were popu- Mystikal and also he would later and the life of the party . Just like head and shoulders above the While major mainstream suc- lar at the time . Then as the sun become the go to ghostwriter for his braggadocious rhymes he rest for its lyrical content that cess eluded him he was a forerun- went down we would later “jump several major artist . exuded a confidence that drew was way ahead of his time . Today ner in New Orleans hip-hop, blaz- shob”(get dressed up) and go to I had the opportunity on sev- people to him . Tim Smooth was many hang the title of genius on ing the trail for many who would Club Flirts . eral occasions to interview and a leader who marched to the beat so many who are underserving, come after him . He along with the I look back and it seemed like get to know Tim Smooth during of his own drum, defining himself but lyrically Smooth was a gifted likes of Gregory D, and several yesterday, but 1991 was twenty his life and he was a playful guy and his music on his own terms . genius creating memorable lines now deceased pioneers of New years ago and I have seen so many of my brothers in caskets when they should be turning the page and getting into the cruise lane and really began to enjoy life . Orleans Parish School Board Announces the Whether it is through illness or being gunned down too many of us are dying before we have had Opening of Architecture Design Engineering a chance to fully live and enjoy life . It is time for us to begin in our Preparatory High (ADEP High) community to live again, to love each other and not simply say the words but show each other in our The Orleans Parish School Board school under the OPSB in early 2011 . The high school . Last year’s enrollment was actions every day for tomorrow is (OPSB) recently announced the opening OPSB was aided in the decision to recon- 268 students . For the 2011-2012 school not promised to any of us . of Architecture Design Engineering Pre- stitute ADEP by the support from local year, the school will be open enrollment I was fortunate enough to be paratory High School (ADEP High) for business leaders and partners Boh Bros ,. and is currently accepting new students . at one of Tim Smooth’s last per- the 2011-2012 school year . FH Myers Construction and Southern The Orleans Parish School Board oper- formances as he did a cameo ap- ADEP High, formerly Priestley Charter University of New Orleans (SUNO) . ates five other traditional schools and su- pearance with Mysitkal during School of Architecture and Construction, “OPSB will work closely with the staff pervises nearly a dozen charters . In 2010- his show at the House of Blues . is located at 4300 Almonaster Ave . The at ADEP High to continue the unique aca- 2011, the OPSB ranked third in Louisiana It was a who’s who of local rap school was re-named in mid-July as it is demic experience that students have come in terms of district performance scores . legends in the building . And it now a direct run OPSB traditional school . to expect,” said Darryl Kilbert, OPSB Su- “The OPSB is committed to making was befitting that he would be In late 2010, the Priestley Board of perintendent . “OPSB is committed to pro- ADEP High a successful school, and we among his peers who cheered Directors voted to relinquish its charter viding additional operational, academic look forward to exposing new students to when they saw him come out and to OPSB, citing ongoing concerns over and fiscal support so that the school will the creative atmosphere this program pro- rip the stage one last time . May finances and enrollment . The OPSB re- flourish .” vides,” said Lourdes Moran, President of Tim Smooth rest in peace and his constituted ADEP High into a traditional Priestley was chartered in 2006 as a the OPSB . legacy live on, and although the Crescent City has lost a legend heaven has been given an angel . Timothy “Tim Smooth” Smoot is gone but not forgotten . www.ladatanews.com State & Local News August 6 - August 12, 2011 Page 11
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