The Harlem Renaissance is known as the most influential movement in African American literary and creative arts history. From 1918 through the late 1930’s Harlem was a cultural center, drawing black writers, artists, musicians, poets, photographers, and scholars. Many had come from the South to find a place where they could freely express their talents.
The show “Raisin’ Cane: A Harlem Renaissance Odyssey” is a celebration of this time through text, song, music, and movement. It's coming to New Bedford's Zeiterion Theatre on Friday, February 5th at 8PM. Jasmine Guy stars in the show and the music of Avery Sharpe is featured. They join Mindy Todd in The Point studio to talk about the project.
