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Birthday Triage

March 7-10, 2012
Riverside Theater, New York City

Created by Simón Adinia Hanukai, Naïma Kristel Phillips and the ensemble
Written by Naïma Kristel Phillips (MFA Playwriting Candidate, 2012)
Directed by Simón Adinia Hanukai (MFA Directing Candidate, 2012)
Three characters on the verge of breakdown get a look at themselves under the microscope, examining the shattered pieces of their broken lives. In this interactive promenade performance, the audience accompanies a selected character on their personal journey as their birthday world shatters and unveils their mythological DNA, offering audience members a glimpse into how broken individuals and …

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[7 Jan 2012 | No Comment | 412 views]
Theater review: GOLIATH

On Jan 6, 2012, I attended the Poetic License Festival in the Lower East side of Manhattan. I sat in the second row in anticipation for the presentation of a play entitled GOLIATH. Derived from the popular story known as David & Goliath which represents the idea that the smallest amount of good will overcome the greatest of evils, GOLIATH is a modern twist that allows us to witness the brutality of war. We experience an uncomfortable journey for an American soldier, David, who is confronted …

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[3 Jan 2012 | No Comment | 264 views]
Afaliah – R&B Sensation

From performances across the globe to international tours with mega R&B artist, Joe, Afaliah has had her glimpses of the limelight in its many incandes cent colors. Now the time has come for her to command a spotlight of her own. The singer/songwriter has recently premiered her highly anticipated music video for her single, “Ms. U” The song has received thumbs ‘all the way up’ from industry heavies and is poised to spark a big buzz this summer. Ms. U was produced by up and coming producers, Monkey Wrench popularly …

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[3 Jan 2012 | No Comment | 341 views]
From Boy to Iro

From Boy to IRO is an autobiographical series of poems that depict Iro’s progression as an artist and as a person. The collection focuses on specific themes such as love, fatherhood, maleness and even erotica. From Boy to IRO is currently required for several courses within the City University of New York.
BOOK RELEASE CELEBRATION!
Saturday, January 28th, 2012
Hosted by: ButtaFlySoul
8PM: Guest performance by the cast of
The Male Ego: A New Masculinity
9PM: Book Presentation & Talkback Session with Iro
Colors – New York
417 Lafayette St. New York, N.Y.
6 – Astor Place
N,R – …

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[26 Dec 2011 | No Comment | 256 views]
GOLIATH

GOLIATH RETURNS FOR THREE PERFORMANCES ONLY!
January 4, 7 & 8 at 7PM
The Wild Project – 195 E 3rd St, NY, NY
Part of Poetic License: social justice through spoken word, hip hop and slam Festival
Tickets on sale now at www.poetictheater.com
Today, as the American military returns home from Iraq and we as a society are trying to comprehend what kind of footprint we’ve left behind, Goliath provides a way to look deeper into what we do during times of war, what behavior becomes excusable and what it means to love when violence …

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[13 Dec 2011 | No Comment | 437 views]
COOL KID – Album Release Party

Dulcinea Detwah is celebrating her debut album, COOL KID on the Eve of New Year’s Eve! The night will be unforgettable — with twitter raffle prizes, gift bags, passed hor d’oeuvres and a champagne toast!
Sounds by DJs Beto and Sonny Daze
Live performances by Dulcinea Detwah and special guests
The first 50 guests to arrive will receive gift bags sponsored by Sally Hansen, Brooklyn Magazine and More!
Champagne toast at Midnight and passed hor d’ouerves,10-midnight
Presented by Wholelotta Productions, Urban Crazes and Colors Restaurant
Proceeds from this event help fund not-for-profit programming in the performing …

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[8 Nov 2011 | No Comment | 254 views]
OLM w/ Elaine Brown

Open Line Media……#OccupyOakland

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[26 Oct 2011 | No Comment | 538 views]
Wednesday Night in Manhattan

Division 81 Creative & J.Coleman Inc.
Creative Community
Presents……

What is THE JUX?

This is the first series of events that will be presented by the Creative Community. This engagement will by far be the most innovative of our coming events. THE JUX is home to dynamic energy that is created through good music, diverse artist performances, interesting people, and good vibes. THE JUX is every Wednesday night starting October 26th 2011. THE JUX is a staple for NYC innovators and groundbreakers. With resident Dj Sonny Daze …

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[20 Oct 2011 | No Comment | 353 views]
Atlanta Pitch Summit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

THE ATLANTA PITCH SUMMIT–A Southern Hollywood Event
“Get Heard, Get Access”
(Atlanta, Georgia October 17, 2011) – In the spirits of giving back and lending a helping hand to our bright future, Ty Johnston, has created The Atlanta Pitch Summit. The foundation of the summit is surrounded around a weekend event for all writers, producers, directors, actors and entertainment entrepreneurs to pitch their idea to television networks and film studios. The educational factor is to learn how to pitch while giving attendees the opportunity to do so. The summit will …