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!
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 […]
Martin Luther King Jr. March
March to commemorate the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr! Start at the corner of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave and University Blvd (on the UNM campus) and parade to Civic Plaza, where a ceremony will follow the march.
Application Deadline: True NM Youth Artists
Calling all AAPINH and Black youth artists! Would you like to share your story and your commitment to anti-racism through your art? Artist Requirements: * AAPINH and African American/Black youth * Ages 16-24 years of age * Desire to share your culture and express your story through art Apply HERE to be part of […]
UNM Africana Studies Black History Month Kickoff Brunch
Join special guest (and UNM alumna) Aja Nicole Brooks for UNM’s Department of Africana Studies’ 39th Annual Black History Month Kickoff brunch! Keynote speaker Brooks is Executive Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico. UNM’s Kirsten Pai Buick says, “With Attorney Brooks, we begin our focus and theme ‘New Mexico: Someone You […]
Motown & Soul Matinee at AAPAC
Join Grammy-nominated Dre Hilton and NM Lowrider Queen Raquel Martinez for a showcase of Albuquerque talent. Choose between a matinee at 3:00 and an evening show at 8:00. Dance and have a good time! Tickets are $25 ($40/couple) HERE.
Evening of Motown & Soul at AAPAC
Join Grammy-nominated Dre Hilton and NM Lowrider Queen Raquel Martinez for a showcase of Albuquerque talent. Choose between a matinee at 3:00 and an evening show at 8:00. Dance and have a good time! Tickets are $25 ($40/couple) HERE.
Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage. All events on Saturday take place at the Convention Center except Healthy Movement, which will be on Civic Plaza.
Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage.
UNM Homecoming Stroll Off
Be part of the fun for the 2023 UNM Homecoming Stroll Off! Free for kids and UNM students. Black homecoming court results will be announced! $5 suggested donation at the door to support African American Student Services.