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Black Theater is Black Life

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Channel: Chicago Humanities · 2014 · Entertainment

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In his latest book, Northwestern University theater professor Harvey Young illuminates 40 years of African American culture in Chicago. His powerful collection of oral histories includes interviews with prominent producers, directors, choreographers, designers, dancers, and actors who changed Chicago’s theatrical landscape from 1970 to 2010. In this exclusive CHF program, Young is joined by actor Harry Lennix ('The Blacklist', 'Man of Steel'), and Chuck Smith, resident director at the Goodman Theatre, to provide context and commentary for these singularly engrossing stories.

This program is presented in partnership with the School of Communication at Northwestern University.

This program was recorded on October 25, 2014 as part of the 25th Anniversary Chicago Humanities Festival, Journeys: http://chf.to/2014Journeys 

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