The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago

Hey Chicago film fans! 🎬 Did you know our city hosts over 40 film festivals? From indie gems to big-name premieres, find the latest, get screening alerts, and enjoy exclusive promos at Chicago Screens. Home to the Chicago Alliance of Film Festivals (CAFF), discover how CAFF helps boost cultural and economic vibrancy. #ChicagoFilm #ChicagoScreens #CAFF https://loom.ly/jbUDCyI

Don't miss the Chicago premiere of Katori Hall's Pulitzer-winning comedy, The Hot Wing King, at Writers Theatre! Limited seating—tickets are selling fast! Join us for Black Community Night on June 26 with director Lili-Anne Brown. Use code BCNKING for $25 tickets! https://loom.ly/oluAoSw

Happy Juneteenth! ✊🏾 We acknowledge the coexistence of the many emotions and realities that Juneteenth carries. Today, we celebrate our freedom, mourn the heinous acts of enslavement our ancestors endured, and remain committed to the work and standard of progress. We honor the strides made by the Black Arts community, defined by resilience, creativity, and justice. Our mission at the Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago is to collectively advance excellence in the work of the Black arts and culture sector. Let's support our art and culture and ensure the voices that need to be heard are heard by considering a donation today. Together, we can create a world where freedom, creativity, and justice lead the way. #Juneteenth https://loom.ly/YKypwiE

How are you celebrating Juneteenth this week? Come out to these events and share yours! DuSable Museum of African American History #ChicagolandDPOC

For #BlackMusicMonth, we shine a spotlight on Chicago's own Mavis Staples! As a member of The Staple Singers and a solo artist, Mavis has been a powerful voice in soul and gospel music. Her music not only moves us but also fuels social change. From the civil rights era to today, Mavis continues to inspire with her soulful sound and activist spirit. Her new children's book, Bridges Instead of Walls, published by Penguin Random House, shares her life story in a spectacular picture book and is now available for pre-order! #MavisStaples #ChicagoLegend #BlackMusicMonth

Come out this Wednesday, June 12, at 7 p.m. to kick off the Flex Obscura Industry Night series, which delves into various film industry topics and areas of interest in partnership with Elastic Arts. Our member, filmmaker, and legendary global producer Floyd Webb will be featured in a conversation with journalist Paco Taylor hosted by Jarius King!

Happy #BlackMusicMonth! Today, we honor the 'First Lady of Children’s Music,' Ella Jenkins! Born in St. Louis and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Ella's songs and spirit have inspired generations of children worldwide. She became the first Black woman to host her own children's show in Chicago, This is Rhythm, and many were introduced to Ella Jenkins from Sesame Street and Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. She performed at Dr. King's Rally for Civil Rights at Soldier Field and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Read more about Ella's life and share her children's book that came out earlier this year, A Life of Song: The Story of Ella Jenkins. Let's celebrate this Chicago legend who has made the world sing and will be 100 in August! 🎶 🌟 💚 #ChicagoLegend #EllaJenkins

Join our friend and Chicago's Poet Laureate, avery r. young, facilitating monthly “chi-soul workshops” at the Austin Branch Library (5615 W Race Ave). The two-hour workshops are for writers of all skill levels to build poems and poetry manuscripts centered on the times and tales of Chicago. Workshops will take place the first Sunday of each month from 2-4 p.m. through November 3, and registration is required. This Sunday has a waiting list, but you can sign up for July now! https://loom.ly/-JQH9WY

Get ready for the 2nd annual XL Film Fest from August 15 through August 18, hosted by Creative Cypher! You won't want to miss an incredible lineup of special appearances, films, and other events. This year, Alliance co-founder and longtime Chicago film casting director and producer Pemon Rami returns to XL as an Honorary Chair alongside acclaimed actor and playwright Regina Taylor. https://loom.ly/nv6R4BY

Get ready for The Rising Tide Summit: Navigating Pay Equity and Arts Worker Care with 2nd Story! 🗓️ May 30th, Goodman Theatre 🎭 Artists, Administrators, & Learners Welcome 💡 Explore Strategies for Pay Equity & Worker Care 🤝 Networking, Workshops, Lunch & Breakout Sessions See the sliding scale options and secure your spot. https://loom.ly/AA__je0