Following a two-week closure caused by the sudden collapse of 1/3 of its café ceiling, The Providence Black Repertory Company will host a Re-Opening Celebration on Friday, January 11th beginning at 5 p.m. until closing.
Black Rep artists, friends, and staff will come together for an evening celebrating the organization’s award-winning Theater, Education, and Public Programs. The cost of admission is a tax deductible $15 – but those of us who have shallower pockets should know any donation would be well received, so just give what you can.
The Black Rep has suffered a loss of more than $25,000 of revenue from the sudden closure. In addition, insurance will not pay for all of the expenses involved in the repair and cleaning.
The entire evening is open for anyone to join.
5 to 7 p.m. is a cocktail hour for supporters: network with the businesses, organizations, and people that have partnered with, and supported, the Black Rep.
7 to 9 p.m. will feature a showcase of artist performances from theater, poetry, and public programs. Fresh from a recent appearance on BET’s “106 and Park”, Black Rep host, Chachi Carvalho, will be the Master of Ceremonies for impromptu Theater, African Drumming, Poetry, Hip Hop performances, and more.
7 p.m. to Close the Black Rep will also be celebrating the re-launch of Afro-sonic: DJs Mikedelick and Blackdove (Don King!!) with live drumming by resident drummer Sidy Mäiga.
“Since 1996, the Black Rep has contributed to the development of artists, youth arts education, and the cultural literacy of its community by offering widely accessible, free and low-cost programming inspired by the cultural traditions of the African Diaspora,” says Donald W. King, artistic/executive director.
“We pride ourselves in our mission and our commitment to the artists that have made this venue their home, and an indelible part of Providence’s cultural scene,” he continued, “Now its time to give thanks and bring our artists back home!”
Doors open at 5pm on Friday, January 11, 2008 for The Providence Black Repertory Company’s Re-Opening Celebration. The Black Rep is located at 276 Westminster Street, Providence. Admission is a suggested contribution of $15 that can be made at the Black Rep box office upon arrival. For more information, call Micah Salkind the Black Rep at 401-351-0353 x102.
All other contributions can be made to:
Providence Black Repertory Company
276 Westminster Street
Providence RI 02903
Attention: Development
