Faces In The Crowd At Festival Sundiata Black Arts Fest 2013

Festival Sundiata Black Arts Festival

The Northwest's number one Black Arts Festival is in full bloom today and tomorrow (June 15 & 16) at The Seattle Center Armory/Center House.  A number of art, music and other exhibits make this the place to be this weekend.  A FEW of the musical performances include:  Kalimba, Charles Mack, Johnaye Kendrick, Etienne Capko Gansango, Stacey Israel, Darrius Willrich, MichaelPowers, Thione Diop and many, many more!

One on the very special exhibit presentations is that of Delbert Richardson’s mobile American History Museum.  This is a must see, especially families, about a part of our nation’s history that is often left out of the official academic curriculum.  Click on this to see a short video of Delbert Richardson and his project.

The art exhibition this year highlights a number of new artists coupled with a few veterans.  The featured artist this year is Conswella Uriola’s and her Women Empowerment series.  

Also, check out the work of Delton Sun’s raw and emotional work as seen through the eyes a young Black Man in today’s urban society.  These are only two of the many great artists who are exhibiting at this year’s festival. 

Another side note for attendees is to watch out (smile) for “Purple”, (aka Sharmaine Purple Tramble) who is a Top Northwest “paparazzi”.  Her candid shots of attendees can be seen on her Facebook page. Click on Take me to Purple!

Debbie Cavitt performed at the Friday evening artist reception and was her usual soulful and moving self as she “Few (Fly Me) Us to the Moon” and back as she “Traveled On Route 66” while she was “Feeling Good”.  Debbie will next be appearing at The Langston Hughes Gala on June 29^th and Tula’s Jazz Club on July 7^th.

SPECIAL EDITION: AFRICAN PICTURES

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SPECIAL EDITION: AFRICAN PICTURES SIFF is thrilled to present African Pictures, a program unrivaled anywhere in the U.S. that showcases the best filmmaking happening in Africa today. This groundbreaking initiative, made possible through the generous support of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, offers Seattle audiences a rare opportunity to experience innovative and inspiring films from across the African continent. Best of all, we're bringing many of these filmmakers to the festival with their work. So come and meet them, see their films, and hear them talk about this new international hotspot of filmmaking activity.  See you at the Festival!   MOTHER OF GEORGE This vibrant feature follows the lives of Nigerian-American newlyweds, Adenike and Ayodele, as they navigate their new lives in New York City. Nigerian tradition and pressure to conceive a child give way to new cosmopolitan temptations as Adenike discovers life outside of being a housewife. Director Andrew Dosunmu in attendance.  JUNE 6 | 6:30PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN   JUNE 7 | 4:00PM | PACIFIC PLACE    More Info | Buy Tickets  SPUD 2: THE MADNESS CONTINUES   COMRADE PRESIDENT  Spud is still marching slowly toward puberty as a sophomore at a South African boarding school. While he's no longer the youngest in school, that's not going to save him from the challenges of growing up. John Cleese returns in this spectacular sequel.  JUNE 6 | 6:00PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN JUNE 8 | 10:30AM | PACIFIC PLACE More Info | Buy Tickets The life and suspicious death of Mozambique's revolutionary leader, Samora Moises Machel, is explored in this documentary, providing insight into the Mozambican fight for independence and subsequent political changes. Director Mosco Kamwendo in attendance. JUNE 6 | 8:30PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN JUNE 7 | 3:30PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN     More Info | Buy Tickets HORSES OF GOD LAST FLIGHT TO ABUJA An intimate portrait of three young boys growing up on the outskirts of Casablanca. Critically acclaimed at Cannes, this film is a major achievement by one of North Africa's most important filmmakers. Director Nabil Ayouch in attendance.     JUNE 7 | 6:00PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN JUNE 8 | 6:00PM | KIRKLAND PC More Info | Buy Tickets  An ill-fated flight provides the setting for this suspenseful multi-character pot-boiler filled with romance, blackmail, and murder in Obi Emelonye's Nollywood box-office smash. Director Obi Emelonye in attendance.  JUNE 8 | 5:30PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN JUNE 9 | 12:00PM | SIFF CINEMA UPTOWN      More Info | Buy Tickets MORE FANTASTIC AFRICAN FILMS      $2 OFF DISCOUNT     AFRICAN2013 THE REPENTANT Info | TIckets THE KAMPALA STORY Info | Tickets NISHAN (MEDAL OF HONOR) Info | Tickets DIE WELT Info | TIckets  FANIE FOURIE'S LOBOLA Info | Tickets    Redeem this promo code online,   over the phone or at the box office.       Promotion valid for regular priced   screenings only. Cannot be used   with other promotions or discounts. Seattle International Film Festival 2013