MOJA arts festival A CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN ARTS September 27–October 7, 2012 Charleston, South Carolina www.mojafestival.com MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL PRESENTS
AN EVENING OF JAZZ UNDER THE STARS with WILL DOWNING
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 @ 8:00pm ★ NEW VENUE ★ FAMILY CIRCLE STADIUM 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island
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Letters of Welcome...... 2 City Council, Staff, MOJA Advisory Board and Planning Committee...... 4 Festival Sponsor and Donor Acknowledgments...... 5 Friends of MOJA and Festival Volunteers...... 6 MOJA Arts Festival Event Descriptions...... 7 Ticket Information, Parking and Transportation...... 12 Daily Schedule of MOJA Events...... 13 Map of MOJA Venues...... 14 Official 2012 MOJA Arts Festival Poster Artist...... 28 Official MOJA Arts Festival Logo...... 28 How to Apply to the 2013 MOJA Arts Festival...... 28
■ LITERARY ARTS ■ SPECIAL EVENTS 4th Graders Read Out...... 7 Caribbean Street Parade and Opening Literary Corner: “A Charleston Affair – Jazz, Poetry Ceremonies...... 19 and Historic Moments”...... 7 Charleston Housing Authority Block Party...... 19 Poetry & Storytelling...... 8 Children’s Programs at the Library...... 19 Spoken Word...... 8 Community Tribute Luncheon...... 20 Stories of Mermaids and Merwomen in Heritage Day at the Charleston Black Folklore……………...... ……. 8 Farmers Market...... 20 Swahili Workshop………...... ………. 8 Historic Site Designation………………………....……. 21 Writer’s Workshops...... 8 MOJA Arts Festival Opening Reception...... 22 MOJA Finale...... 22 ■ MUSIC Reggae Block Dance...... 22 An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars Senior Outreach: Sanaa Na Wazee with Will Downing...... 9 (Seniors and the Arts)...... 22 Choraliers Music Club of Charleston…………….………… 9 Classical Encounter with Denyce Graves……..………… 9 ■ THEATRE College of Charleston’s D’Vyne Purpose Diary Frum De Neck Part 4: Spirt Fuh Gospel Choir………………………………………………….…..... 10 Kno Spirit...... 23 From Classical To Contemporary: The Trial of One Short-Sighted Black Woman Violinist Seth Gilliard in Recital…………………...... 10 vs. Mammy Louise and Safreeta Mae...... 23 Gospel Concert: “A Gospel Explosion”…………………… 10 Jazz Cruise: The Lonnie Hamilton Quartet….………….. 17 ■ VISUAL ARTS Music For Tanzania……………………………………………….... 17 29th Annual MOJA Arts Festival Juried R&B Concert: MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly Art Exhibition……….……..…..……..…………...…….. 24 and JOE………………………...... …………..……….……..... 17 Outer-Space and Inner-Space: Paintings By Doris Colbert Kennedy and ■ RECREATION Elayna Shakur……....……………………………………… 24 Charleston Police Boxing Club Annual MOJA Cup.... 18 Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore: Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament...... 18 A Fiber Arts Exhibition………………………...... 26 One Day Junior Tennis Tournament...... 18 DeWayne Sykes & Curtis Stephens Invitational Exhibition: Art of Pyrography Defined By Heritage…………....……..……..……...... 27
* Programs, artists and venues are subject to change without notice.
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The MOJA Arts Festival is a project of the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, 180 Meeting Street, Suite 200, Charleston, South Carolina 29401; PHONE: (843) 724-7305; FAX: (843) 720-3967; E-MAIL: CulturalAffairs@charleston- sc.gov; WEBSITES: www.mojafestival.com and www.charleston-sc.gov and www.charlestonarts.org (20M/2012). Printed in the USA. Copyright © 2012 City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs.
1 City of Charleston South Carolina
Dear MOJA Festival Guests:
Welcome to the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival, Charleston’s annual celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts and Culture, produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs.
This year’s outstanding program highlights include: An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars with Will Downing at Family Circle Stadium; City Gallery at Waterfront Park exhibition curated by Torreah “Cookie” Washington entitled “Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore: A Fiber Arts Exhibition;” A Classical Encounter with world class opera star Denyse Graves at the Historic Dock Street Theatre in cooperation with Opera Charleston; Classical Meets Hip-Hop: rising star violinist Seth Gilliard performs in the City Gallery at Waterfront Park; Theatre pro- ductions by Art Forms & Theatre Concepts and Carlie Towne Productions; Lonnie Hamilton’s Jazz Quintet is featured on the Spirit of Charleston for the MOJA Jazz Cruise; and the R&B show at Johnson Hagood Stadium puts the spotlight on MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly and JOE.
Each year the MOJA Festival is produced by the City’s Office of Cultural Affairs in collaboration with the MOJA Planning Committee, chaired this year by Edna Edwards Williams with Elease Amos-Goodwin serving as the Planning Committee Liaison to the OCA. And we are pleased to welcome Romaine Heyward to the OCA staff as our new MOJA Program Coordinator who will work with the MOJA Planning Committee. MOJA’s Advisory Committee assists with advocacy for the festival and is chaired by the Honorable James E. Clyburn. Special thanks go to Charleston City Council for their on-going support of the MOJA Festival and also to the indi- vidual donors, foundations, government agencies and corporations who provide funding, grants and in-kind donations to help us make MOJA accessible to everyone in the community.
And finally, Bravo! to the members of our hard-working Office of Cultural Affairs team includ- ing our wonderful new recruits: Romaine Marion-Heyward, Alicia Evans, Jasmine Pondexter, Mindy Wood, and Anne Quattlebaum. They join veteran staff members Ray Swagerty, Laura Amerson, Francina Smalls-Joyner, and Karen Williams. And finally, a special thank you to all of the City departments that help us make MOJA materialize each year: Parks, Recreation, Legal, Finance, Budget, Police, Traffic & Transportation, Information Technology, Human 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. Since the beginning, its mission has been to build bridges of understanding, appreciation and friend- ship among all in our community by providing access to high quality arts and cultural experiences. Enjoy!
Sincerely,
Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Ellen Dressler Moryl, Director City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs
2 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL Dear MOJA Supporters: PLANNING COMMITTEE
Edna Edwards Williams On behalf of the MOJA Planning Committee we extend greetings and Chairperson welcome you to the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival: A Celebration of African- Gloria M. Bell Vice-President American and Caribbean Arts celebrating the 29th festival. We wish Erica Prioleau-Taylor you the most memorable experience at this year’s festival. Once again Secretary we feel that we have programmed a festival that will be entertaining, Elease Amos-Goodwin Planning Committee educational and informative with offerings like our featured Jazz Liaison to OCA vocalist, Will Downing; and national opera sensation Denyse Graves in a Classical Encounter; wonderful theatre and visual arts offerings; MEMBERS S. Johari Andika and R&B headliners MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly and JOE. James Carl Campbell Denmark serves as this year’s poster artist with his image “Carolina Karole Turner Campbell Karen A. Chandler, Ph.D. Jam.” And we continue to honor at the Community Tribute Luncheon, Osei Terry Chandler members of the community who give unselfishly of themselves to Sheila R. Cole improve the quality of life in our community. Carlie Denson Warachal E. Faison, M.D. Joseph R. Frasier, Jr. We express our sincere thanks to all of you who continue to support Francis Rene Garrett Dorothy G. Harrison MOJA as sponsors, contributors, volunteers, Advisory Board mem- Theresa J. Hilliard bers, Planning Committee Coordinators and Members and ticket buy- Vertelle Amos Kenion ers. We especially express our deep appreciation to the Office of Jazzie V. Clay King HC Lucas Raymond Cultural Affairs’ small but dedicated staff, Ellen Dressler Moryl - Hannah McCoy Director, Laura Amerson, Alicia Evans, Romaine Marion-Heyward, Tammy McCottry-Brown Jasmine Pondexter, Anne Quattlebaum, Francina Smalls-Joyner, Ray Veronica McDaniel Bev Prince-Muhammad Swagerty, Karen Williams, and Mindy Wood. We also express our Chuma Nwokike heartfelt thanks to adjunct staff members as well as our talented Yvonne Tolley Orr Clifford Polite graphic designer, Sally Heineman of Heineman Design. Terri Prince-Gilliard Bettye Purvis We sincerely thank the Honorable Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and John S. Purvis Saundra Williams Purvis Charleston City Council as well as Congressman James E. Clyburn. Angel R. Quintero MOJA’s stature as a major arts festival in the Southeast is due in large Edmund S. Robinson part to their continued stalwart support and commitment. We feel Cecelia Gordon Rogers Jacqueline Sanders that we have, once again, planned a first class festival with top talent, AnnaBell Seabrook diversified program offerings, educational and senior outreach pro- Cherry Seabrook Cynthia McCottry Smith grams that will engage and inspire the entire community. We hope you Garcia Edgerton Williams enjoy the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival and look forward to greeting you at Kelvin B. Williams many festival events.
Romaine Marion-Heyward Elease Amos-Goodwin MOJA Program & Program Committee Liaison to OCA Vendor Coordinator 2012 MOJA Arts Festival City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs
Edna Edwards Williams Planning Committee Chairperson 2012 MOJA Arts Festival
3 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL IS PRODUCED BY THE CITY OF CHARLESTON OFFICE OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS IN COOPERATION WITH THE MOJA PLANNING COMMITTEE
CITY OF CHARLESTON ADJUNCT STAFF MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL SOUTH CAROLINA Sean Barry PLANNING COMMITTEE Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor Ticket Agent Edna Edwards Williams Harrison Chapman Chairperson CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Finance Assistant Gloria M. Bell F. Gary White, Jr. Rebecca Gosnell Vice-President District 1 Logistics Coordinator Erica Prioleau-Taylor Blake Hallman Norrell Grant Secretary District 2 Ticket Agent Elease Amos-Goodwin James Lewis, Jr. Kisha Harvey Planning Committee District 3 Ticket Agent Liaison to OCA Robert M. Mitchell Sally Heineman District 4 Graphic Designer S. Johari Andika Marvin D. Wagner Gail Jackson Carl Campbell District 5 Receptionist & Ticket Agent Karole Turner Campbell William D. Gregorie Dianna Mayweather Karen A. Chandler, Ph.D. District 6 Ticket Agent Osei Terry Chandler Louis L. Waring, Jr. Cheryl B. Simmons Sheila R. Cole District 7 Vendor Assistant Carlie Denson Michael S. Seekings Louis Trucillo Warachal E. Faison, M.D. District 8 Website Designer Joseph R. Frasier, Jr. Aubry Alexander Francis Rene Garrett District 9 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL Dorothy G. Harrison Dean C. Riegel ADVISORY COMMITTEE Theresa J. Hilliard District 10 The Honorable Vertelle Amos Kenion William A. Moody, Jr. Congressman Jazzie V. Clay King District 11 James E. Clyburn HC Lucas Raymond Kathleen G. Wilson Chairman Hannah McCoy District 12 Tammy McCottry-Brown Kevin Baltimore Veronica McDaniel CULTURAL AFFAIRS STAFF Terry “Base” Bryant Bev Prince-Muhammad Ellen Dressler Moryl Dr. Karen A. Chandler Chuma Nwokike Executive Director Hon. Mignon Clyburn Yvonne Tolley Orr Laura R. Amerson Hon. Arthur C. McFarland Clifford Polite Development Manager Kevin Gadsden Terri Prince-Gilliard Alicia Evans Hon. James S. Gallant, III Bettye Purvis PR Coordinator (Interim) Dorothy G. Harrison John S. Purvis Romaine Marion-Heyward Dalton Tresvant Saundra Williams Purvis MOJA Program & Vendor Hon. P. Keith Waring Angel R. Quintero Coordinator Edmund S. Robinson Jasmine Pondexter Cecelia Gordon Rogers Finance Coordinator (Interim) Jacqueline Sanders Anne Quattlebaum AnnaBell Seabrook City Gallery at Waterfront Park Cherry Seabrook Coordinator Cynthia McCottry Smith Francina Smalls-Joyner Garcia Edgerton Williams Volunteer Services & Visual Arts Kelvin B. Williams Coordinator Ray Swagerty Production Manager Karen Williams Farmers Market Coordinator Mindy Wood Box Office/Website/Internship Coordinator
4 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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 Affairs in coop- eration with the all-volunteer MOJA Arts Festival Planning Committee. The MOJA Arts Festival is funded in part by grants from the City of Charleston, Charleston Police Department Weed & Seed Program, 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 2012 MOJA Arts Festival.
Anonymous The Lowcountry CW APEX Broadcasting Magnolia Plantation & Gardens AT&T Mills House Hotel Berkeley Electric Cooperative MyTV Charleston BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina The Post and Courier Foundation Boeing South Carolina Roper LifeLink C&A Unlimited, Inc. - McDonalds Roper St. Francis Healthcare Citadel Broadcasting Corporation SCE&G Clear Channel Communications Select Health of South Carolina Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated WCBD-TV2 Comcast WCIV-TV4 Cumulus Broadcasting WCSC-TV5 Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation WTAT-FOX24 Housing Authority of the City of Charleston
Very special thanks are due to the following individuals and organizations for their significant investment of services and advocacy in support of the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival: Elease Amos-Goodwin Tonya M. Collins Carolyn Hunter Norvell D. Pettus Avery Research Center Jennifer Connell Rick Jerue Angela Poindexter Richard Barge Timothy R. Deaton Mickey E. Johnson Dwight Potter Cynthia Alston-Bell Jim Demauro Vertelle A. Kenion Erica Prioleau-Taylor Gloria M. Bell John Edwards William Lawson Christy Ray Carolyn Brown Dr. Warachal E. Faison Jason Lewis Angela Rayborn Jim Bryan Family Circle Cup Stadium Paul Lynch Susan Sanders Terry “Base” Bryant Susan Forrest Pamela McFaddin Laura Gamm Scarborough Don Cameron Herb Frazier Jan Meierer Rita Scott Dr. Karen A. Chandler Kevin Gadsden John M. Mitchell Mary Elizabeth Shue Charleston Area Media Miriam Green Tracy D. Morris KeWanda Thompson Chas Chapter of Links, Inc. Johnny Gridine, Jr. Leanne Munro Al Trivette Chas County Public Library Dorothy G. Harrison Erik Nance Maribel Vlahogiannis Chas County Schools Ashley Holbrook Elizabeth Nkuo-Johnson Bill Watson Commissioner Mignon Clyburn L.J. Huger Chuma Nwokike Terrie Williams
We also wish to thank the following key individuals and their departments on the City of Charleston’s extended MOJA team for their outstanding support and assistance:
Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Danielle Dillahey Harry Lesesne Brian Sheehan Adelaide Andrews Jerry Ebeling Dennis Matheny David Simmons Cathy Baker Lt. Jason Emanuele Debra Matthews Gwendolyn Singleton Stephen A. Bedard Donna Emerson Greg McKenzie Joye Sott Lin Beets Duane Felder Kathy Mercer Shawn Snyder J. R. Bennett Sue Fiorentino Robert Miracle Mary Ann Sullivan Janie Borden Stella Fruit Teran Mise Deputy Chief Jerome Taylor Danny Burbage Wayne Graham Chief Gregory Mullen Scott Taylor Ashia Carter Karole Haberstroh Leonard Nelson Lt. Michael Thomas Cherrie-Ann Caton Laurie Hagberg Michael Oshinsky Ivan Torres Matt Compton Steve Hardy Christopher Parham Louis Trucillo Gary Cooper Mark Heffron Cam Patterson Vanessa Turner-Maybank David Crosby Susan Herdina Cameron Pollard Barbara Vaughn Kay Cross Deb Jenkins Susan Poteat Laurie Yarbrough Meg Crumpler Leonard Karr Wes Ratterree Steve Curry Rande Lane Capt. Chip Searson
5 FRIENDS OF MOJA Andika, Ms. S. Johari Gaillard, Lee & Edelle Purvis, John S. Barr, Mr. & Mrs. John A. Greatheart, Joseph & Yvonne Purvis, Saundra W. Bartelle, Shirley Green, Jonathan Remsburg, Mr. & Mrs. Clark L. Bleecker, John & Judy Green, Oscar, Jr. Riley, Maxine Frasier Boags, Catherine E. Hamilton, Lonnie & Clarissa Rivers, David E. Carr, Mildred Ellison Harrison, Dorothy G. Katrina Rivers C.E. McKenzie & Associates, LLC Jefferson, Major Dennis C., Robinson, Edmund Collins, Arnold USAF (RET) Robinson, Dr. & Comfort-Capers, Patricia Johnson, Wilbur E. Mrs. Kenneth (Priscilla) Curry, Eduardo & Tamara Karaton Services, LLC Saylor, Mr. & Mrs. Waymond Dash, John Thompson Lewis, The Rev. & Scott, The Honorable Brenda C. Dilligard, Dr. Barbara Mrs. Theodore R., Jr. Smith, Alonzo & Joslynn Dinkelspiel, John & Maddox-Barnes, Melissa Smith, Cynthia McCottry Barbara Burgess Meggett, Benjamin & Jovene Steplight, Wilfred & Marjorie Edwards, Mr. & Mrs. James C., Jr. Middleton, Adrienne Smalls Tolbert, Anna B. Ferguson, Dr. & Mrs. Larry J. – Moore, Ms. Evette D. Waring, Keith & Donna www.dentistcharleston.com Orr, Ms. Yvonne Warren, Diana Fox, Charles Parnell, Toni & Alexis Washington, McKinley & Beulah Frasier, Mary W. Pinckney, Lucille S. Washington, Nathaniel & Jenny Gaffney, Dr. Paula D. Prueter, Ms. Suzanne M. Wilford, Gloria Gantt
FRIENDS OF MOJA GIFTS GIVEN IN MEMORY OF
Ms. Marjorie Amos-Frazier Mrs. Ogretta Whipper Hawkins Jack A. McCray Kenion, Melvin L. & Vertelle A Whipper, Hon. Lucille S. Mack, Frances T. Thaddeus J. Bell, II Ms. Cecilia Danielle Jenkins Aleta McLeod-Bryant Bell, Ms. Gloria M. Jenkins, Ceaser & Inez McLeod-Bryant, Stephen Mrs. Thelma Stent Fielding Fielding, Herbert U. Marcus L. Leach Vera T. Steplight Goodson Leach, Nadine T. “Truly Blessed” Steplight, V. Miller Annette Williams Graham Graham, Cliff Rev. R. A. Leonard Jerry Zucker Leonard, Mrs. Sarah C. Zucker, Ms. Anita G.
2012 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS Latoya Abney Regina Gennaro John Matuella Patricia A. Abraham Raphael M. Haller Valinda Miller Vera Adams Bernice G. Hart Doris L. Mines Sandi Archambault Renee Hassell Myles Morgan Sandy Archambault Sylvia Haynes Pat Morgan Jacqueline Boatwright Teri Lynn Herbert Jacqueline Ormond Sylvia Boatwright Dr. Barbara G. Holmes Toni Parnell Val Branker Lisa D. Holmes Aesperita Pinckney August Brown Michelle Irwin Lucille Pinckney Earthlee Collins Charlotte Jackson Brooke Ramsey Millie M. Dicks Margo Jackson Concetta Burns-Ramsey Robin Dispenza Dennis C. Jefferson Diana Roebuck Gerinda Doctor Kathy Jeffers Penny Shannon Janelle Doctor John D. Jenkins, Jr. Karen B. Simmons Loraine Doctor Elizabeth Jenkins Charlene Stephenson Thomas Doctor Sandy Jones LaToya C. Thompson Isabelle L. DuBose Shearl Jones Julia Turner Vanessa Ellington Junior Daughters of Julia Walker Mabel Elliott-Moultrie Our Lady of Quadalupe Court 110 Ellen Warren Angelique D. Ezell Wilma Maiers Cassie Watson Kimberley Fennicks Felita Martino Stephanie Wetzstein Norvela Fluddrice Angela J. Matuella Melissa Williams
6 LITERARY ARTS
■ 4TH GRADERS READ OUT SPONSORED BY: Post and Courier Foundation; State Farm – Mary Joseph Agency; Warachal E. Faison, M.D.; Ladies Enriching the Community; Wells Fargo Friday, October 5 from 9-10am Various Venues Admission: Free Coordinators: Dorothy Harrison, Elease Amos-Goodwin and Dr. Karen Chandler 4th graders from Charleston County Schools participate in a special reading program in which students receive a free copy of the book, Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band writ- ten and autographed by author Kwame Alexander. Guest jazz musicians visit classrooms for a read aloud with the kids.
■ LITERARY CORNER: “A CHARLESTON AFFAIR – JAZZ, POETRY AND HISTORIC MOMENTS” Mr. Van Williams, Jr., Owner, Grounds Maintenance, Inc., Goose Creek, South Carolina Tuesday, October 2 at 7pm Avery Research Center, 125 Bull Street Admission: $11 Coordinators: Dr. Karen Chandler and Dorothy Chandler
Featuring young emerging poet and literary artist Shannon Laribo. Laribo was the 2009 South Carolina State Champion of the Poetry Out Loud contest. She will read from her col- lection of poetry including the centerpiece poem of the Charleston Jazz Initiative's Legends CD.
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■ POETRY & STORYTELLING Admission: Free Coordinator: Warachal E. Faison, M.D.
Regional poets and writers are invited to perform in various venues around Charleston.
OCTOBER 1: Moody Black at 7 Cafe, 2026 Savannah Highway from 6-7pm OCTOBER 2: Marcus Amaker at 7 Cafe, 2026 Savannah Highway from 6-7pm OCTOBER 3: Mousie Brown at 7 Cafe, 2026 Savannah Highway from 6-7pm OCTOBER 4: Tribal Raine at 7 Cafe, 2026 Savannah Highway from 6-7pm OCTOBER 5: Maximus Parthas at 7 Cafe, 2026 Savannah Highway from 6-7pm OCTOBER 6: Open Mic at the Avery Research Center, 125 Bull Street from 2:30-3:30pm
■ SPOKEN WORD Thursday, October 4 at 9pm Huger’s, 587 King Street Admission: $10 Coordinator: Sheila V. Cole
Huger’s sets the mood for local and regional poets and poetry lovers to share their favorite works accompanied by Darrel Ravenell & Company. Join the fun! Come out, sign up and share your favorite poems. ■ STORIES OF MERMAIDS AND MERWOMEN IN BLACK FOLKLORE City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street Admission: Free Coordinator: Torreah “Cookie” Washington and Anne Quattlebaum
Join us at the City of Charleston’s beautiful City Gallery at Waterfront Park for stories of Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore. Storytellers will keep you captivated and spell- bound as they weave journeys of color and inspiration.
SEPTEMBER 28: Torreah “Cookie” Washington at 2pm & 4pm OCTOBER 6: Minerva King at 2pm OCTOBER 7: Julian Gooding at 2pm
■ SWAHILI WORKSHOP Thursday, September 27 at 10am Palmetto Academy, 913 Wappoo Road, West Ashley Admission: Free (Seating limited; reserve a seat by calling Margaret Stoucker at 843-571-7740) Coordinator: S. Johari Andika
Lectures facilitated by Ms. S. Johari Andika on the importance and use of Swahili in the Lowcountry, Africa and the world. Swahili activities for greeting friends and relatives; mak- ing introductions; asking for food at the table; thanking a host, and saying “good bye.” ■ WRITER’S WORKSHOPS Monday, October 1 through Friday, October 5 from 10am-12pm Avery Research Center for African American History & Culture, 125 Bull Street Admission: Free Coordinator: Bev Prince Muhammad
A series of writer’s workshops for pre-selected middle school students is facilitated by Bev Prince Muhammad of Omaha, Nebraska.
8 MUSIC
■ AN EVENING OF JAZZ UNDER THE STARS WITH WILL DOWNING SPONSORED BY: Boeing South Carolina; Comcast; C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonald’s Saturday, September 29 at 8pm Family Circle Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island Admission: $21 General Admission Stadium Seat; $36 Reserved Table Seat Coordinator: Gloria Bell
MOJA welcomes jazz vocalist Will Downing to delight the audience with his smooth jazz sound under the stars in a cabaret setting at Family Circle Cup Stadium. The Brooklyn native has carved for himself a solid career as one of the leading purveyors of unapologetic, unabashed romantic music. Will Downing’s latest CD “Tomorrow” is part three of a trilogy entitled Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. The first EP, “Yesterday,” focused on Will Downing reaching back to interpret songs from yesterday. Downing in turn, put his stamp on a set of absolute Quiet Storm R&B classics. Part two, “Today,” features four new original songs exemplifying the current sound of the Prince of Sophisticated Soul, and was highlighted by an instant wedding staple for many years to come, entitled The Blessing. So now, finally, we have the much anticipated third installment, “Tomorrow,” which promised to feature Downing venturing slightly outside of the box. Looking back over the last two decades, Will Downing has established himself as one of the most consistent, soulful singers of his era and arguably, with the unfortunate death of Luther Vandross, as today’s leading provider of romantic, soulful music. OPENING ACT: Opening the night’s concert is Charleston’s own Oscar Rivers Jazz Quintet to set the mood for the evening.
■ CHORALIERS MUSIC CLUB OF CHARLESTON Sunday, September 30 at 7:30pm Mother Emanuel AME Church, Lower Church, 110 Calhoun Street Admission: $15 Adults; $12 Students & Seniors with ID; Free for Children under 6
One of Charleston oldest choral groups, 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.”
■ CLASSICAL ENCOUNTER WITH DENYCE GRAVES PRODUCED BY: Opera Charleston Sunday, September 30 at 7pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street Admission: $65-$85 (Tickets may only be purchased by calling 1-866-811-4111, online at www.operacharlestonsc.org or at the door) Coordinators: Scott Flaherty and Ellen Dressler-Moryl
TRIUMPHANT RETURN – International and Metropolitan Opera singing sensation, Denyce Graves, returns to Charleston in a gala recital following the stunning success of her appear- ances in Opera Charleston’s inaugural performances of Bizet’s Carmen. The MOJA Arts Festival, Charleston’s annual presentation of African-American and Caribbean Arts, provides the perfect setting for this exclusive performance by one of the most critically acclaimed African-American singers of our time. Accompanied by Maestro Louis Salemno, Ms. Graves presents an intimate evening of song amidst the backdrop of Charleston’s historic Dock Street Theatre, for what promises to be an unforgettable event!
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■ COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON’S D’VYNE PURPOSE GOSPEL CHOIR Monday, October 1 from 8-9pm Mt. Zion AME Church, 5 Glebe Street Admission: Donations accepted at the door**
Celebrating the rich heritage of African-American and Caribbean art here in The Lowcountry, the internationally acclaimed College of Charleston’s D’Vyne Purpose gospel choir, under the direc- tion of adjunct Professor Brenten M. Weeks, has prepared a broad repertoire of gospel music dating back from the early 80’s through the mid 90’s. You are guaranteed to a have a hand-clap- ping, foot-stomping, hallelujah good time. **Also, as a philanthropic endeavor this year, the choir is sponsoring the Cannon Street YMCA with school supplies. We ask that you bring a financial donation and/or a school supply of your choice.
■ FROM CLASSICAL TO CONTEMPORARY: VIOLINIST SETH GILLIARD IN RECITAL Thursday, October 4 at 6pm City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street Admission: $11 Coordinator: Ellen Dressler Moryl Rising star Seth Gilliard, a recent graduate of Furman University who majored in violin per- formance, presents a program ranging from classical to contemporary music at the City Gallery at Waterfront Park. The program includes J. S. Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins and Continuo featuring Gilliard and his former violin teacher, Rex Conner. Program selections evolve to more contemporary musical styles ending with some favorite hip-hop tunes. Seth is a promising talent with a major musical career ahead of him. ■ GOSPEL CONCERT: “A GOSPEL EXPLOSION” Sunday, September 30 at 4pm Trinity United Methodist Church, 273 Meeting Street Admission: $10 Coordinator: Theresa J. Hilliard An afternoon of soul stirring, gospel singing featuring the Male Choirs of Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist, Royal Missionary Baptist, Bethel AME and Greater Zion AME Churches, and Minister Mario Desaussure, Gospel Singer.
MINISTER MARIO DESAUSSURE: is currently a member of Charity AME Church in Huger, SC, where the Reverend Krystal T. Sears is the Senior Pastor. He has sung for various groups and national recording artists throughout the U.S. such as F.O.C.U.S., The Anointed Voices of Praise of Huger, SC, Vashawn Mitchell, Dorinda Clark-Cole and Ricky Dillard, etc.
THE BETHEL MALE CHOIR: originally began in 1994 under the leadership of Pastor Samuel L. Myers with 22 male singers. The choir sang songs of Zion throughout the Lowcountry.
GREATER ZION AME MALE CHORUS: known as “The Mighty, Magnificent, Motivating Male Chorus,” was developed by former pastor Reverend John Paul Brown, and rendered their first selection in 1997. The chorus is open to any male singer from within the community.
ROYAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH MALE CHOIR: began in 1987 with 9 members and today has 60. We have been blessed to sing on programs that included nationally known gospel artists such as Lee Williams, Doc McKenzie, Darrell McFadden, Bobby Jones, The Mighty Clouds of Joy, and others.
MOUNT MORIAH MISSONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: The All Male Intergenerational (AMI) Choir performs a variety of inspirational praise and worship songs ranging from traditional hymns to contemporary Christian music.
10 11 HOW TO BUY TICKETS Please read the admission information listed for each festival event carefully as some events only offer ticket sales at the door, some are sold through other organizations and the rest can be purchased through the Official MOJA Arts Festival Box Office.
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®, Discover ®; 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. Through Sept. 30, Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; Sept. 27-Oct. 7, Mon.-Fri. from 9am-8pm, Sat.-Sun. from 10am-8pm. Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Traveler’s Check, Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, Discover® and Gift Certificates.
AT THE EVENT (Beginning 30 Minutes Before Performance): At the festival venues, if tickets remain. Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Traveler’s Check, Visa®, MasterCard®, Discover®.
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 utilize the convenient parking lots and garages. Visit www.mojafestival.com for a map of parking lots and garages. Parking Aquarium Garage, Calhoun and Concord Sts. East Bay Garage, Concord St. & Vendue Range Camden Exchange Garage, John & Meeting Sts. (across from Waterfront Park) Charleston Place Hotel Garage Francis Marion Hotel (enter on King St.) (enter on Hasell St.) Gaillard Auditorium Garage (enter on Alexander St.) Charleston Visitor’s Center Lot, George St. Lot (between King & Meeting Sts.) Meeting & Ann Sts. King & Queen Sts. Garage Charleston Visitor’s Center Garage, Majestic Garage, Market & Archdale Sts. Meeting & Mary Sts. Morris St. Lot, Morris & St. Philip Sts. Concord Garage, Cumberland St. Prioleau Garage, Prioleau & East Bay Sts. (between East Bay & State Sts.) Rainbow Market Lot, Anson St. Concord St. Lot (at Fountain Walk) St. Philip St. Garage (between George & Liberty Sts.) Cumberland Lot, Cumberland St. St. Philip St. Garage (between Church & State Sts.) (between Vanderhorst & Calhoun Sts.) Cumberland Garage, Cumberland & Concord Sts. Queen Street Garage (between King & Archdale Sts.) Cumberland & Meeting Sts. Wentworth Garage, Wentworth & St. Philip Sts.
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 All parking garages listed above have public restrooms. Additional restrooms are located in the fol- lowing public buildings: Charleston City Hall, 80 Broad St.; Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St.; City Gallery at Waterfront 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. Visit www.mojafestival.com for a map of public restrooms.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 6:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: Caribbean Street 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and Parade and Opening Ceremonies Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) (pg. 19) 5:30pm VISUAL ARTS: Opening Reception & 6:30pm SPECIAL EVENTS: Reggae Block Dance Awards Ceremony for 29th Annual (pg. 22) MOJA Arts Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Stephens Invitational Exhibition 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts (pg. 24) Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 9:00am RECREATION: Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament (pg. 18) TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 10:00am RECREATION: One Day Junior Tennis 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts Tournament (pg. 18) Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 10:00am SPECIAL EVENTS: Heritage Day at the Charleston Farmers Market (pg. 20) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and Space (pg. 27) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 3:00pm THEATRE: The Trial of One Short- Sighted Black Woman vs. Mammy THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Louise and Safreeta Mae (pg. 23) 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis 8:00pm MUSIC: An Evening of Jazz Under the Stephens Invitational Exhibition Stars With Will Downing (pg. 9) (pg. 24) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 9:00am RECREATION: Harold Smith Adult 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Swahili Workshop Tennis Tournament (pg. 18) (pg. 8) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Space (pg. 27) Inner-Space (pg. 27) 1:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Reception for Outer- 6:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: MOJA Arts Festival Space and Inner-Space (pg. 27) Opening Reception (pg. 22) 4:00pm MUSIC: Gospel Concert: “A Gospel 8:00pm THEATRE: The Trial of One Short- Explosion” (pg. 10) Sighted Black Woman vs. Mammy 7:00pm MUSIC: Classical Encounter with Louise and Safreeta Mae (pg. 23) Denyce Graves (pg. 9) 8:00pm MUSIC: College of Charleston’s D’Vyne FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Purpose Gospel Choir (pg. 10) 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis Stephens Invitational Exhibition MONDAY, OCTOBER 1 (pg. 24) 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts Stephens Invitational Exhibition Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) (pg. 24) 10:00am THEATRE: The Trial of One Short- 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts Sighted Black Woman vs. Mammy Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) Louise and Safreeta Mae (pg. 23) 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Writer’s Workshops 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and (pg. 8) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- Space (pg. 27) Space (pg. 27) 6:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: Children’s Programs 2:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Stories of Mermaids at the Library (pg. 19) and Merwomen in Black Folklore 7:30pm MUSIC: Choraliers Music Club of (pg. 8) Charleston (pg. 9) 4:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Stories of Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 8 )
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1. Art Institute of Charleston 13. Fountain Walk Dock 24 North Market Street 360 Concord Street 2. Arthur W. Christopher 14. Hampton Park Community Center 30 Mary Murray Boulevard 265 Fishburne Street 15. Huger’s 3. Avery Research Center 587 King Street 125 Bull Street 16. Johnson Hagood Stadium, The Citadel 4. Brittlebank Park 68 Hagood Avenue Lockwood Boulevard 17. Magnolia Plantation & Gardens & Fishburne Street 3550 Ashley Rivers Road, West Ashley 5. Charleston County Public Library 18. Marion Square 68 Calhoun Street King and Calhoun Streets 6. Charleston Housing Authority 19. Mother Emanuel AME Church 562–A Meeting Street 110 Calhoun Street 7. Charleston Tennis Center 20. Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church 19 Farmfield Avenue, West Ashley 5 Glebe Street 8. Circular Congregational Church 21. Office of Cultural Affairs 150 Meeting Street 180 Meeting Street 9. City Gallery at Waterfront Park 22. Palmetto Academy 34 Prioleau Street 913 Wappoo Road, West Ashley 10. Dock Street Theatre 23. St. Andrews Parks and Playgrounds 135 Church Street 195 Playground Road, West Ashley 11. Ebenezer AME Church 24. Synergy Studios 44 Nassau Street 3520 Meeks Farm Road, Johns Island 12. Family Circle Stadium 25. Trinity United Methodist Church 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island 273 Meeting Street
Proud Sponsors of the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival
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.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis Stephens Invitational Exhibition Stephens Invitational Exhibition (pg. 24) (pg. 24) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts 9:00am LITERARY ARTS: 4th Graders Read Out Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) (pg. 7) 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Writer’s Workshops 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts (pg. 8) Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Writer’s Workshops Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) (pg. 8) 10:30am SPECIAL EVENTS: Children’s Programs 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and at the Library (pg. ??) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- Space (pg. 27) Space (pg. 27) 7:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Literary Corner 6:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Poetry & Storytelling “A Charleston Affair” (pg. 7) (pg. 8)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis Stephens Invitational Exhibition Stephens Invitational Exhibition (pg. 24) (pg. 24) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts 9:15am SPECIAL EVENTS: Children’s Programs Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) at the Library (pg. 19) 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Writer’s Workshops 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts (pg. 8) Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) 10:00am SPECIAL EVENTS: Historic Site 11:30am SPECIAL EVENTS: Community Tribute Designation (pg. 21) Luncheon (pg. 20) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 10:30am SPECIAL EVENTS: Children’s Programs 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- at the Library (pg. 19) Space (pg. 27) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and 2:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Stories of Mermaids Inner-Space (pg. 27) and Merwomen in Black Folklore 5:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: Charleston Housing (pg. 8) Authority Block Party 2:30pm LITERARY ARTS: Poetry & Storytelling (pg. 19) Open Mic (pg. 8) 6:00pm MUSIC: Music For Tanzania (pg. 17) 7:00pm RECREATION: Charleston Police Boxing 8:00pm MUSIC: Jazz Cruise: The Lonnie Club Annual MOJA Cup (pg. 18) Hamilton Quartet (pg. 17) 8:00pm MUSIC: R&B Concert: MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly and JOE (pg. 17) THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4 9:00am VISUAL ARTS: DeWayne Sykes & Curtis SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 Stephens Invitational Exhibition 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and (pg. 24) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: 29TH Annual MOJA Arts 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- Festival Juried Art Exhibition (pg. 24) Space (pg. 27) 10:00am LITERARY ARTS: Writer’s Workshops 2:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Stories of Mermaids (pg. 8) and Merwomen in Black Folklore 10:00am VISUAL ARTS: Mermaids and (pg. 26) Merwomen in Black Folklore (pg. 26) 3:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: MOJA Finale (pg. 22) 10:30am SPECIAL EVENTS: Children’s Programs at the Library (pg. 19) 12:00pm VISUAL ARTS: Outer-Space and Inner- Space (pg. 27) 6:00pm MUSIC: From Classical To Contemporary: Violinist Seth Gilliard in Recital (pg. 10) 7:00pm THEATRE: Diary Frum De Neck Part 4: Spirt Fuh Kno Spirit (pg. 23) 9:00pm LITERARY ARTS: Spoken Word (pg. 8)
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■ JAZZ CRUISE: THE LONNIE HAMILTON QUARTET Wednesday, October 3 from 8-10pm; boarding at 7:30pm The Spirit of Charleston, board at Fountain Walk Dock, 360 Concord Street, adjacent to the South Carolina Aquarium Admission: $16 Coordinator: Elease Amos-Goodwin
The Lonnie Hamilton Quartet promises to deliver a night of seasoned jazz aboard the Spirit of Charleston, with breathtaking views from the Cooper River. Hosted by: Spiritline Cruises.
■ MUSIC FOR TANZANIA Wednesday, October 3 at 6pm Mt. Zion AME Church, 5 Glebe Street Admission: $20 Adults; $10 Seniors/Students
An uplifting musical concert to provide music students in Tanzania with the necessary tools to enable them to learn to teach music in their native country. This concert will take you on a musical journey around the world.
■ R&B CONCERT: MAZE FEATURING FRANKIE BEVERLY AND JOE PRODUCED BY: All In 1 Consulting Saturday, October 6 at 8pm Johnson Hagood Stadium at The Citadel, 68 Hagood Avenue Admission: $30 general admission ticket; $40 Reserved Seat; $60 Table Seat; $80 Club Seat; (Tickets may only be purchased by calling 1-877-993-8499, online at www.ez-tixx.com, or at the door)
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly sound is distinctive — passionate, creative, original, soulful, honest and powerful. For nearly thirty six years Frankie Beverly and Maze have created a unique sound and become one of the most influential groups in modern history. The group continues to be one of the most requested at music festivals throughout the world drawing major crowds. Taking the stage to open for the R&B legends will be soul crooner Joe. Joe cap- tures and redefines a style of sound and musical presentation audiences have come to rec- ognize as JOE’s very own.
Congratulations MOJA Arts Festival
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■ CHARLESTON POLICE BOXING CLUB ANNUAL MOJA CUP Saturday, October 6 from 7-10pm (weigh in at 4pm for participants) Arthur W. Christopher Community Center, 265 Fishburne Street Admission: $10 General; $5 Youth; Free for Children under 8; tickets available at the door only Coordinators: Al “Hollywood” Meggett and Osei Terry Chandler
For additional information please call (843) 708-9663.
■ HAROLD SMITH ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT Friday, September 28; 6pm, Saturday, September 29 & Sunday, September 30 at 9am St. Andrews Parks and Playground, 195 Playground Road, West Ashley Admission: Free Coordinator: Brian Burke
The Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament is a USTA sanctioned tournament.Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, Sept. 26 by 12noon ($38.00 for adult singles; $23 per player for adult doubles). For more information, please call Brian Burke at (843) 763-4360.
■ ONE DAY JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT Saturday, September 29 from 10am-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 participants. Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, September 26 ($8 per youth). For more information, please call the Charleston Tennis Center at (843) 766-7401.
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■ CARIBBEAN STREET PARADE AND OPENING CEREMONIES SPONSORED BY: Boeing South Carolina; C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonald’s; Anonymous Friday, September 28 from 6:00-6:15pm The Parade begins at Hampton Park and ends at Brittlebank Park Admission: Free Parade Coordinator: Kelvin Williams; Consultant: John Purvis
Come celebrate with bands and youth groups from Charleston County Schools. Marchers will also include Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Jack and Jill of America, RMB African Dancers in festive Caribbean and African costumes; African drummers, dancers and others. Join the celebration at any point and feel the pulsating beat of music from the Caribbean. The procession will wind down city streets and end at Brittlebank Park, corner of Lockwood and Fishburne Streets, the site of MOJA’S Opening Ceremonies and Reggae Block Dance.
■ CHARLESTON HOUSING AUTHORITY BLOCK PARTY SPONSORED BY: Housing Authority of the City of Charleston Wednesday, October 3 from 5-7pm Charleston Housing Authority, 562-A Meeting Street Admission: Free
The Charleston Housing Authority hosts a MOJA block party. Health Screenings, free food, with local artist Daniel D in performance. Come out and celebrate.
■ CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT THE LIBRARY PRODUCED BY: Charleston County Public Library Charleston County Public Library, Auditorium, 68 Calhoun Street Admission: Free
Programmed by the Charleston County Library staff, this series provides offerings suitable for children ages 4-11 years old.
OCTOBER 1: Plantation Singers from 6-7pm OCTOBER 2: Wona Womalan African Dance Program from 10:30-11:30am OCTOBER 3: Gullah Storytelling from 10:30-11:30am OCTOBER 4: Columbia Marionette Theatre from 10:30-11:30am OCTOBER 6: Stories With Johari Andika from 1-2pm
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■ COMMUNITY TRIBUTE LUNCHEON SPONSORED BY: AT&T South Carolina; Magnolia Plantation & Gardens Saturday, October 6 from 11:30-1:30pm Magnolia Planation & Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Road, West Ashley Donation: $35 (ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY by calling 843-571-0679) 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 2012 MOJA Arts Festival Planning and Community Tribute Luncheon Committees are proud to salute this year’s leaders.
Community Tribute Luncheon 2012 Honorees:
Mr. Oscar Rivers, Jr. Artist Mr. L. J. Huger Business Mr. Otha Meadows Civic & Community Service Ms. Bev Prince-Muhammad Contribution to MOJA Bernard E. Powers, Jr., Ph.D. Education Mr. Donald Cameron Government Ms. Tessa Spencer Media Mr. Jermaine Jones Media Marvella E. Ford, Ph.D. Medicine Honorable James Lewis Local Politics Reverend Donna E. Green Religion Ms. Amber McCoy Outstanding College Student Mr. Landon Blakey Outstanding High School Student Ms. Rodniqua Brothers Outstanding High School Student Jason T. Mikell, Esquire Rising Star Charleston Alumnae Chapter The Arts Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
■ HERITAGE DAY AT THE CHARLESTON FARMERS MARKET SPONSORED BY: Boeing South Carolina; BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina; Roper St. Francis Healthcare; Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, Inc.; Housing Authority of the City of Charleston; Anonymous Saturday, September 29 from 10am-3pm Marion Square, Corner of Meeting & Calhoun Streets Admission: Free Coordinators: Cherry Seabrook, Veronica McDaniel and Angel R. Quintero
Activities featuring live entertainment showcasing local and regional talent (10am-3pm), sto- rytelling, Reggae, 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. The Health & Wellness Fair will include on-site screenings, health related materials and prizes.
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■ HISTORIC SITE DESIGNATION Wednesday, October 3 at 10am Ebenezer AME Church, 44 Nassau Street (for a list of previous designees, visit www.mojafestival.com) Admission: Free Coordinators: Gloria M. Bell and AnnaBell Seabrook
This landmark is being recognized for historical significance to the African American experi- ence. The Beginning 1903: Ebenezer was brought over to the A.M.E. Connection June 6, 1903, from the Presbyterian Board of City Missions after its purchase by the Reverends L.B. Sterrett, L.R. Nichols, J.H. Welch, D.L. Lites and B. H. Williams, trustees of the South Carolina Conference. Some years later, in the year 1910, the Palmetto Conference was organized under the leadership of Bishop Benjamin Franklin Lee and Ebenezer, its members and pastor were then members of the Palmetto Conference. Rev. M.H. Hollins was assigned as the first minister to serve as pastor of Ebenezer after its purchase and transferal to the A.M.E. Connection. Under his administration, the church grew from a mission to a church. Rev. H. Frederick followed Rev. Hollins, but served a short term. Rev. T. J. Miles can- vassed the east side for members. Rev. Sandy Simmons followed Rev. Miles and continued to help the church to grow. Rev. A.F.B. Horry followed Rev. Simmons and it was under Rev. Horrys administration that a great influx of members arrived. A Parsonage was purchased and an annex was added to the church. After Rev. Horry moved away, Rev. Sandy Simmons became pastor for a second time, serving from 1922-1926. Rev. R.S. Lawrence came to us in 1926. Under his administration, the church experienced its greatest growth since its begin- ning. The church added a pipe organ, which we still use today. Rev. E. B. Mack followed Rev. Lawrence. Rev. Mack, a great preacher, did not make any change in the structure. Rev. John H. Grant followed Rev. Mack. He was a good preacher and planner, but his tenure was short. Rev. M. A. Hollins returned for his second time as pastor of Ebenezer, and served one year. His health failed. Rev. J.C. James followed Rev. Hollins. He served 1934-1938. Rev. D. N. Wilson came to us in 1938. The zeal for a new church inspired him to purchase property on the north side of the church. God saw fit to His Almighty was to call Rev. Wilson to his eter- nal rest in 1946. Rev. B. J. Hutchinson came to carry out the work started by Rev. Wilson. Rev. Hutchinson held weekly services at the Shaw Center on Mary Street, while the old church was completely demolished in1948. In 1949 the congregation moved back into a new church. Rev. H. B. Butler, Jr. came to us in 1954. Much credit is due to him for rallying the members to set Ebenezer free in 1958 of the mortgage on the church instead of letting the full time run until 1960, the allotted time. On Ebenezer’s 55th anniversary, as an A.M.E. Church, the mortgage was paid off. At this point, the Annual Conference saw fit to elevate Rev. Finklea from Pastor of Ebenezer to Presiding Elder of the Mt. Pleasant District after the death of Rev. J.C. James. Rev. J. S. Hunter was sent as pastor October 1976. The dedication of the Hunter-Finklea Building was held May 21-26, 1979. This was the realization of a Kindergarten and Day Care Center; tutoring service on weekends for students of Middle and High School classes. Rev. Charles C. McLamore was sent to Ebenezer AME Church in 1985. The church grew during his appoint- ment. The C.C. McLamore Golden Bell Choir was name in his honor. Rev. McLamore was reas- signed in 1994. Dr. Charles E. Young became new pastor of Ebenezer AME Church in 1994. Under Dr. Youngs administration, the Ebenezer Senior Day Care Center was established. The Ebenezer Social Action and Community Development, Enterprise organization was orga- nized. Dr. William Swinton, Jr. was appointed to Ebenezer AME Church in December 2002 and serves to this present day.
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■ MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL OPENING RECEPTION SPONSORED BY: Berkeley Electric Cooperative Thursday, September 27 from 6-8pm Dock Street Theatre, Courtyard, 135 Church Street Admission: Free Coordinators: Elease Amos-Goodwin and Miriam Green
The courtyard provides a beautiful setting to meet the 2012 MOJA poster artist, James Denmark. Join us for the Opening Reception for the 29th festival and enjoy sumptuous Caribbean cuisine catered by Joe’s Catering.
■ MOJA FINALE SPONSORED BY: Boeing South Carolina; C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonald’s; Housing Authority of the City of Charleston; SCE&G; Select Health of South Carolina; Henry & Sylvia Yaschik Foundation; Anonymous Sunday, October 7 from 3:00 to 9:00pm Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Boulevard Admission: Free Coordinator: Office of Cultural Affairs and Jazzie V. Clay King
JOIN us at the MOJA FINALE to wrap up the 29th festival celebration. Kicking-off the after- noon’s entertainment will be praise dance groups from 3-4pm in the Youth-on View segment followed by Jazz and Gospel from CELESTE BABB LARIBO. Enjoy delightful Latin tunes from DJ LUIGI and LATIN GROOVE, a sensational contemporary country folk artist, and limbo as Atlanta, GA’s TROPICAL STEEL VIBES takes us to the Caribbean. 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!
■ REGGAE BLOCK DANCE SPONSORED BY: Boeing South Carolina; C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonald’s; Anonymous; WTAT-FOX24; MyTV Charleston Friday, September 28 from 6:30-11pm Brittlebank Park, Corner of Lockwood & Fishburne Streets Admission: Free Coordinators: Osei Terry Chandler, Office of Cultural Affairs
Musical headliner EVER G, messages of Jah, Family, Peace and Love of Life come through powerfully in his musical styling. Reggae Infinity will start the evening off. Enjoy African drummers and dancers, ethnic foods and international crafts. Approximately 12,000 resi- dents and tourists attend this popular annual event
■ SENIOR OUTREACH – SANAA NA WAZEE (SENIORS AND THE ARTS) Admission: Free Coordinator: Bettye Purvis
MOJA performers go into area nursing homes and senior citizen centers: Lorraine Holmes and Theresa Hilliard spin delightful Gullah stories; Shirley Green performs a mini gospel concert.
• Heartland Health, 1137 Sam Rittenberg Avenue, Oct. 1 at 10:30am • Carter-May Homes/St. Joseph Residence, 1660 Ingram Road, Oct. 2 at 1pm & Oct. 5 at 11am • Charleston Area Senior Center, 259 Meeting Street, Oct. 3 at 11am & Oct. 4 at 11:30am • Bishop Gadsden, Blackmer Hall, James Island, Oct. 3 at 2pm & Oct. 5 at 3pm
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■ DIARY FRUM DE NECK PART 4: SPIRT FUH KNO SPIRIT PRODUCED BY: Carlie Towne Productions Thursday, October 4 at 7pm Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting Street Admission: $16 General; $5 Children under 12 Coordinator: Carlie Towne
A powerful, beautiful, soul stirring , witty ,and thought provoking reality play about Milah from a Gullah/Geechee area between the City of North Charleston and the City of Charleston which is referred to as “The Neck.” Milah is a smart and talented Gullah/Geechee man who has been on a quest for honor and wealth, but he has a troubled and haunted past that con- sist of a cascade of thoughts , sensation, emotion, and racial injustices that creates anxiety, stress and depression which limits his ability to live his best life. Written and Directed by Elder Carlie Towne; Co-director Lesa Wineglass Smalls.
■ THE TRIAL OF ONE SHORT-SIGHTED BLACK WOMAN vs. MAMMY LOUISE AND SAFREETA MAE PRODUCED BY: Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. Thursday, September 27 from 8-10pm; Friday, September 28 from 10am-12pm; Saturday, September 29 from 3-5pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street Admission: $25 General; $20 Seniors & Students with ID (up to 23)
Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc. presents “The Trial of One Short-Sighted Black Woman vs. Mammy Louise and Safreeta Mae” written by Ms. Karani Marcia Leslie. It is a satire that puts African American female stereotypes on trial and reminds us of a not so distant past. Victoria, a female executive, decides to take two longstanding unfavorable stereotypes of black women - the jovial, asexual and servile Mammy and the hyper-sexualized Jezebel-like Safreeta Mae - to court for promoting what she feels are negative images that have imped- ed her ascension up the entertainment industry’s corporate ladder. Using a trial, Ms. Leslie takes the audience through a thought-provoking journey using humor, pathos and com- pelling testimony as the legacy of slavery is examined, exposed, and understood. The show provides an entertaining yet powerful message for young and old alike. This one is for the whole family! Written by Ms. Karani Marcia Leslie; Directed by Donna Lee Williams.
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■ 29th ANNUAL MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL JURIED ART EXHIBITION SPONSORED BY: Berkeley Electric Cooperative Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony: Sunday, September 23 from 5:30-7pm September 24-October 30; open Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 10am-3pm Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, Cox Gallery, 125 Bull Street Admission: Free Coordinator: Francina Smalls-Joyner
Featuring regional artists, this annual juried art exhibition gives cash awards for first, sec- ond, third places, and three ribbons for honorable mentions. Artists selected to participate in this year’s exhibition are Shelley Bonner, Eugene W.R. Campbell, Jr., John G. Croom, Amiri G. Farris, Antwon Ford, Steve Hazard, Katherine Houghton, Hamed Mahmoodi, Judy Mooney, Bridget Murray, Hampton R. Olfus, Jr., Robert B. Reed, and Georgette W. Sanders. Alvin Staley, this year’s juror, is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has spent a large portion of his life living in South Carolina. Alvin received his early academic training in the public schools of South Carolina. He received the greater of his artistic training in muse- ums, schools, and galleries in the Washington, D. C. area. Alvin completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art Education from Claflin University in 1976, where he grad- uated Magna Cum Laude. In 1980, Alvin received an American University Fellowship to pur- sue studies in the university’s Master of Fine Arts Painting program. During his first year at American University, he was selected to participate in the prestigious David Lloyd Kreeger Award Exhibit. In 1981, Alvin received his Master of Fine Arts degree in Painting from The American University in Washington, DC. Currently, he works as an artist-in-residence for Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School, and adjunct professor at Claflin University.
■ OUTER-SPACE AND INNER-SPACE: PAINTINGS BY DORIS COLBERT KENNEDY AND ELAYNA SHAKUR Opening Reception: Sunday, September 30 from 1-3pm, hosted by BAMN’N, LLC September 27-October 7; open daily 12-3pm or by appointment after the festival Synergy Studios, 3520 Meeks Farm Road, Johns Island Admission: Free Coordinators: Doris Colbert Kennedy, Elayna Shakur and BAMN’N, LLC
In this two women exhibition, Doris Colbert Kennedy and Elayna Shakur paint the energies that make the cosmos. Elayna paints large energy manifestations of heavenly bodies in outer-space, and Doris paints the manifestations of infinitesimally small, sub-atomic quan- tum energies of inner-space. For more information, please contact Doris Colbert Kennedy at (843) 277-2029, or Elayna Shakur at (843) 559-3033, or BAMN’N, LLC representative, Karole Turner Campbell at (843) 608-9172.
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■ MERMAIDS AND MERWOMEN IN BLACK FOLKLORE: A FIBER ARTS EXHIBITION Opening Reception: Saturday, September 8 from 5-8pm August 28-October 28; open Tues.-Fri. 10am-6pm; Sat.-Sun. 12-5pm City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street Admission: Free Coordinator: Anne Quattlebaum
EXHIBIT CURATOR: Torreah “Cookie” Washington; EXHIBIT INSTALLER: Greg Jenkins. This exhibit of art quilts and art dolls celebrates the African water goddesses as mermaid and water spirit, honoring the past and exploring them anew. The inspiration for this fiber arts presentation is the mermaid archetype; the exhibit also encapsulates the history and belief systems of those forcibly removed from Africa and carried across the ocean to the Americas. For many, including those of the Afro-Atlantic, water connects the world, the otherworld and afterlife. Powerful water deities have lived on across the African Diaspora. Called many names, these deities remain beautiful, powerful, and provocative, as is evidenced in these works of art. African-American quilting as a craft form is hardly recent. Long before the advent of slavery on this continent, civilizations of Africa wove the backdrop for African- American quilting. The enslaved continued quilting in the American South. For 300 years, Africans made and used quilts in a utilitarian fashion, stitching scraps of fabric together to keep their families warm. In some cases, quilts made by elders were the only legacy a fami- ly had, preserving memories and events. The rich textile art assembled in this show is a con- tinuum reflecting the past, moving boldly forward incorporating styles, colors, and textures reflective of the diversity of experience of today’s Black quilters and doll makers. Quilting and doll making have moved from sorrow to celebration; from traditional to improvisational; from utilitarian to the level of fine craft — while maintaining cultural continuity. Special thanks to The Liberator Magazine and YWCA for their support of this exhibit.
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■ DEWAYNE SYKES & CURTIS STEPHENS INVITATIONAL EXHIBITION: ART OF PYROGRAPHY DEFINED BY HERITAGE Opening Reception: Thursday, October 4 from 4-6pm September 27-October 30; open Mon.-Thurs. 9am-8pm, Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat. 9am-2pm The Art Institute of Charleston, 24 North Market Street Admission: Free Coordinators: Francina Smalls-Joyner and Jonell Pulliam
DeWayne Sykes and Curtis Stephens, two local artists will showcase the fine art of pyrogra- phy, commonly known as painting with fire, while defining their heritage on a personal level. DeWayne Sykes, a self-taught artist was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. At an early age, he was recognized for his creative drive and was always inspired by family members who were also gifted artists. DeWayne’s style is influenced by cultural heritage, religious inspiration, his travels to different countries around the world, and stories told to him when he was young. His work is created in a variety of styles and has been described as effectual and powerful. His use of bold color and texture creates and adds an energy of uniqueness to his paintings, leaving viewers hypnotized by his work, and forcing them to document their own realities. Curtis Javon Stephens, is a self-taught artist who hopes to one day become a profes- sional artist. Curtis is originally from Longwood, North Carolina where he was raised by his grandparents. He attended West Brunswick High School where he won his first art contest from the ACTSO program, a branch of the local NAACP in 1995. In 1997, he won his first cash prize from the Waterway Association of Arts in Pawley’s Island, South Carolina before he graduated from high school. After working a variety of standstill jobs, he moved to Goose Creek, South Carolina to pursue a better career path. Curtis’ wood burnings began as a hobby, but he soon realized that this form of medium was not being displayed in exhibi- tions, or in any art galleries in the region. After he sold his first wood burning, he soon real- ized that if taken seriously, wood burnings or pyrography art could be elevated to the next level of fine arts. For more information about this exhibition or the featured artists, please contact DeWayne Sykes at 843-324-5986 or Curtis Stephens at 910-287-4149.
27 2012 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICIAL POSTER: Official 2012 MOJA Arts Festival Poster featuring “Carolina Jam” by James Denmark SPONSORED BY: The Mills House Hotel
ABOUT THE ARTIST: JAMES DENMARK was born in Winter Haven, Florida on March 23, 1936 into a family of artists. His mother was gifted with an intuitive feeling for design and fastid- iousness for detail that she expressed in all aspects of her daily life. His grandmother devel- oped her talents in wire sculpture and as a quilt-maker, while his grandfather was a crafts- man noted for his custom-designed molds and bricklaying skills. As a child, Denmark was exposed to color and form, giving him a rich beginning to the root of his creative expression. Denmark attended Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU) in Tallahassee, Florida on a track scholarship. While pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at FAMU, he came under the tutelage of the artist and acclaimed African-American Art Historian, Dr. Samella Lewis, who gave him exposure to the great traditions and accomplishments of the African American art movement. After graduating from FAMU, Denmark moved to Brooklyn, New York and began a career as an art teacher in the public school system. In 1976, he earned his Master of Fine Arts at the prestigious Pratt Institute of Fine Arts in New York. While at Pratt, Denmark’s work underwent a stylistic transition where he began experimenting with collage, quickly developing his own unique and easily identifiable style. With brightly hand-colored papers, found papers, fabric, and objects, he creates composi- tions that go beyond the superficial and transitory and focuses instead on that which is uni- versal. Galleries and collectors worldwide consistently and eagerly seek his collages, water- colors, woodcuts, and reproductions. His level of acclaim is reflected in the number of pres- tigious collections in which his works are represented, most notable that of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Spending a great portion of his professional career in Brooklyn, New York, James Denmark and his wife, Ethel now resides in the town of Yemassee, South Carolina where he continues to work while his wife manages The Denmark Gallery based in their home. 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 watercol- ors. 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 2013… Application deadline for performing artists: January 10, 2013 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 per- former/presenter for the 2012 MOJA Arts Festival, (September 26-October 6, 2013), please send the completed Official MOJA Application Form (available at www.mojafestival.com beginning in November 2013) and a package of information including the following materi- als: (1) a cover letter describing your work and what you intend to present at the MOJA Arts Festival (2) a CD, DVD, audiotape, videotape, or written example of your work, (3) photos on CD; (4) any press information related to your work; (5) application fee. Only those artists who submit these materials and the Official MOJA Application Form to the Office of Cultural Affairs no later than January 10, 2013 will be considered for the 2013 MOJA Arts Festival.
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