Singer-songwriter Etana has been nominated for two Grammys with her powerful voice. Her chosen name means “the strong one” in Swahili. Don’t miss the chance to hear this internationally known Jamaican artist and get down on Tumbleroot’s dance floor!
Category: Performing Arts and Film
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Youth Jazz Concert
Talented young musicians will take center stage to showcase the beauty and innovation of jazz, a genre deeply rooted in African American history.
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Coro Lux, Music in the Air: Spirituals and Gospel Music
In recognition of Black History Month, auditioned New Mexico chorus Coro Lux will perform for the first time at the AAPAC. Their program of spirituals and Gospel music, joined by Dr. Stevie Springer and the UNM Gospel Choir Fervent Praise, promises to create an atmosphere of unity and celebration.
Tickets $35. Get yours HERE.
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AAPAC Gospel Showcase
Celebrate gospel talent this Black History Month with a showcase of rich and soul-stirring performances!
This annual event is a crucial fundraiser for the African American Performing Arts Center (AAPAC). Expect a powerful and inspiring evening filled with gifted artists who will stir your soul! Featuring performances from Albuquerque Fellowship Choir, God’s House Church Choir, and New Mexico Mass Choir.
Admission $10. Doors open at 5:00 for exhibit viewing.
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Jitney: a Play by August Wilson
Take a ride through 1970s Pittsburgh with the Vortex Theatre’s all-Black cast of August Wilson’s play Jitney. This wonderful ensemble piece features the story of a group of unlicensed “jitney” drivers providing crucial taxi services to their community, which regular taxis will not serve.
Tickets $24 ($19 students/SAG-AFTRA). Get yours HERE!
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Jitney: a Play by August Wilson
Take a ride through 1970s Pittsburgh with the Vortex Theatre’s all-Black cast of August Wilson’s play Jitney. This wonderful ensemble piece features the story of a group of unlicensed “jitney” drivers providing crucial taxi services to their community, which regular taxis will not serve.
Tickets $24 ($19 students/SAG-AFTRA). Thursday nights: “Bring a Friend, Share a Ticket.” Get yours HERE!
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Carnaval Latino ft. Baracutanga, Sonido Cachimbo, Team Havana
Baracutanga = People Dancing! Join the party with Carnaval Latino at Sister.
Tickets $20 plus fees. Get yours HERE!
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Flo Fader at Leftover Soul
Local DJ Flo Fader joins DJ Leftovers for a special night on the dance floor! Flo Fader brings a diverse range of music genres from Funk to Soul to Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae, and Rock.
Don’t know Flo? Check out this profile in NMBLC’s UpLift Chronicles.
Tickets $5 at the door. Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8.
