MOJA Arts Festival

MOJA
ARTS
FESTIVAL
A Celebration of
African-American
and Caribbean Arts
MOJAFESTIVAL.COM
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 9, 2016
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
MOJAFESTIVAL.COM
Najee
October 7
The Gaillard Center
95 Calhoun Street
Having collaborated with everyone in the music business from
Prince and Quincy Jones to Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan and
Herbie Hancock, Najee’s technical agility, grace, compositional
prowess, unbridled passion and fearless genre bending have
made him one of the most sought after musicians of
his generation.
City of Charleston
South Carolina
DEAR MOJA
FESTIVAL GUESTS:
Dear MOJA Festival Guests:
Welcome to MOJA,
celebration
of African-American
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an amazing array of
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talents and traditions, affording locals and visitors alike the opportunity to celebrate
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Moments: Works From the Collection of Dr. Harold Rhodes, III” (pg. 27); A Classical
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and events that
enrich and enliven our community.
Daughter (pg. 8). New this year, is a unique partnership between the Preservation Society of
Charleston and the MOJA Festival that offers three concerts in historic downtown churches
called “Architecture in Concert” (pg. 10). These are just a few of the outstanding programs
During the eleven
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poetry
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who provide
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in-kind donations
to help us makeand
MOJApublic events
accessible to everyone in the community.
that animate our
parks and streets with the sounds and spirit of our shared African
And finally, Bravo to the members of our hard-working Office of Cultural Affairs team along
heritage.
with all of the City departments that help make it happen: Parks, Recreation, Legal, Finance,
Budget, Police, Traffic & Transportation, Information Technology, Human Resources, Public
Services, Public Information, Special Facilities and the Mayor’s Office.
The City is extremely fortunate to be able to work with a host of tireless community
We invite you
to bring your family
friends
to attend this
year’s MOJA
which con- audiences
partners, dedicated
volunteers,
andand
the
inspiring
artists
andFestival
enthusiastic
nects everyone in a joyous atmosphere celebrating the arts. Enjoy!
that bring MOJA to life. We extend sincere thanks and gratitude to the members
Sincerely,
of the MOJA Arts
Festival Planning Committee, chaired again this year by Angel R.
Quintero. We also recognize the heroic efforts and contagious enthusiasm of our
MOJA Program Coordinator for 2016, Romaine Marion-Heyward, who has worked
Mayor Joseph P.members
Riley, Jr.
Ellen Dressler
Moryl, this
Director
closely with committee
and coordinators
to bring
year’s Festival to
City of Charleston
Office of Cultural Affairs
fruition. Special thanks to Charleston City Council for their steadfast support of the
MOJA Arts Festival and to the individuals, foundations, government agencies and
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corporations who help make MOJA sustainable
and accessible.
A round of applause, as well, to the Office of Cultural Affairs staff and to the various City departments that make MOJA possible: Parks, Recreation, Legal, Finance,
Budget, Police, Traffic & Transportation, Information Technology, Human Resources,
Public Services, Public Information, Special Facilities, and the Mayor’s Office.
We invite you to bring your family and friends to this year’s MOJA Arts Festival, and
y of Charleston
to delight in MOJA’s many and diverse arts and cultural experiences. We look forward
to seeing you!
John J. Tecklenburg
Mayor
May 12, 2016
Most sincerely yours,
JohnJOHN
J. Tecklenburg
MAYOR
J. TECKLENBURG
Mayor, City of Charleston
City of Charleston
SCOTT WATSON, DIRECTOR
Office of Cultural Affairs
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MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL
A CEL EBRATIO N O F AF RICAN-AMERICAN
AND CARIBBEAN ARTS
DEAR MOJA SUPPORTERS:
On behalf of the MOJA Planning Committee we extend greetings and welcome you to
the 2016 MOJA Arts Festival: A Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts. We
hope that your experience at this year’s Festival (our 33rd annual) will be memorable
and rewarding. From our perspective, we are excited to be coming home to the beautifully restored Gaillard Center, where Dance Theatre of Harlem will grace the stage,
and then on the following evening, Najee will fill the hall with his musical artistry. We
equally welcome the premiere of Stick Fly by Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. at the
historic Dock Street Theatre, which will also host the MOJA debut of Charleston Black
Theatre, with their presentation of Harriet’s Return. And, naturally, we are thrilled to
give Charleston a chance to get into a collective groove; whether you like reggae, salsa,
funk, pop, or R&B, MOJA always strikes the right chord. From the opening parade to the
final notes of the Finale at Hampton Park, we hope to see you at multiple events.
We are also proud to once again honor at the MOJA Community Tribute Luncheon
members of the community who give unselfishly of themselves to improve the quality
of life in our community. This annual gathering salutes the accomplishments of Charleston’s best and brightest and provides an opportunity for us to celebrate the remarkable
individuals who make our city such a special place.
We express our sincere thanks to all of you who continue to support MOJA as sponsors,
contributors, volunteers, Planning Committee coordinators and members, and ticket
buyers. We especially express our deep appreciation to the Office of Cultural Affairs’
small but dedicated staff, Scott Watson - Director, Harrison Chapman, Shannon Drake,
Mindy Manziano, Anne Quattlebaum, Gordon Rooney, Ray Swagerty, Kelly Walker, and
Rachel Workman. We also applaud our 2016 MOJA Program Coordinator, Romaine Heyward, as she assumes a new role with the City as Managing Director of the Dock Street
Theatre. Heartfelt thanks to adjunct staff members, with a special nod to our talented
graphic designer, Marcus Amaker, who this year was named Charleston’s Poet Laureate.
We welcome and sincerely thank the Honorable John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor of our fine
city, as well as the members of Charleston City Council. MOJA’s stature as a major arts
festival in the Southeast is due in large part to their continued stalwart support and
commitment. We feel that we have, once again, planned a first class festival featuring
phenomenal artistic talents and public events that will engage and inspire the entire
community. We hope you enjoy the 2016 MOJA Arts Festival and we will look forward
to greeting you at many Festival events this year and in the years to come.
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ROMAINE MARION-HEYWARD
2016 MOJA Program Coordinator
Managing Director, Dock Street Theatre
ANGEL R. QUINTERO
Planning Committee Chairperson
2016 MOJA Arts Festival
MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL is produced by The City of Charleston Office
of Cultural Affairs in cooperation with the MOJA Planning Committee.
CITY OF CHARLESTON
SOUTH CAROLINA
John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor
CITY COUNCIL
MEMBERS
F. Gary White, Jr.
District 1
Rodney Williams
District 2
James Lewis, Jr.
District 3
Robert M. Mitchell
District 4
Marvin D. Wagner
District 5
William Dudley Gregorie
District 6
Perry K. Waring
District 7
Michael S. Seekings
District 8
A. Peter Shahid, Jr.
District 9
Dean C. Riegel
District 10
William A. Moody, Jr.
District 11
Kathleen G. Wilson
District 12
OFFICE OF CULTURAL
AFFAIRS
Scott Watson
Director
Harrison Chapman
Farmers Market Manager
Shannon Drake
Cultural Projects Coordinator
Mindy Manziano
Ticket Office Manager & Events
Producer
Anne Quattlebaum
City Gallery Coordinator
Gordon Rooney
Development Manager
Ray Swagerty
Production Manager
Kelly Walker
PR & Marketing Coordinator
Rachel Workman
Finance Manager
Romaine Heyward
2016 MOJA Program
Coordinator
Managing Director,
Dock Street Theatre
ADJUNCT STAFF
Rebecca Gosnell
Logistics Coordinator
Marcus Amaker
Graphic Designer
Debbie Davis
Ticket Agent
Nakenya Fludd
Ticket Agent
Sandra Jamison
Ticket Agent
Ashley Jasper
Ticket Agent
Cat Willoughby
Ticket Agent
Louis Trucillo
Website Designer
Theresa J. Hilliard
Franklin Hilliard
Greg Jenkins
Vertelle Amos Kenion
Arianne King Comer
Jazzie V. Clay King
Veronica McDaniel
Hampton R. Olfus, Jr.
Yvonne Tolley Orr
Clifton Polite
Bev Prince-Muhammad
Terri Prince-Gilliard
Erica Prioleau-Taylor
John S. Purvis
Saundra Williams Purvis
Edmund S. Robinson
Cecelia Gordon Rogers
Robert Sanders
AnnaBell Seabrook
Cherry Seabrook
Tangela N. Smalls
Cynthia McCottry Smith
Chandra Vick
Edna Williams
Garcia Edgerton Williams
INTERNS
Natasha Balarezo
Christina Hughes
Anna Pruett
MOJA PLANNING
COMMITTEE
Angel R. Quintero
Chairperson
Kelvin Williams
Vice-Chairperson
Elease Amos-Goodwin
S. Johari Andika
Cheryl Brown
Carl Campbell
Karole Turner Campbell
Karen A. Chandler, Ph.D.
Osei Terry Chandler
Carlie Denson
Warachal E. Faison, M.D.
Joseph R. Frasier, Jr.
Francis Rene Garrett
Isaac Gilliard
Reggie Graham
Jonathan Green
Dorothy G. Harrison
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2016 FRIENDS OF MOJA
Elease Amos-Goodwin
The Honorable & Mrs. Floyd Breeland
Dr. & Mrs. Carl O. Brown
Karen A. Chandler, Ph.D.
Charleston (SC) Chapter of the Links
Eduardo & Tamara Curry
John Thompson Dash
Melissa Maddox Evans
Warachal Faison, MD
In Memory of Gloria Bell
Ferguson Dental Associates
Bernard & Conchita Fielding
Joseph R. Frasier & Marcia Frasier
In Memory of Gloria Bell
Mary W. Frasier
Roberta M. Frasier
Friends of Jim Clyburn
Katchia J. Gethers
Dorothy G. Harrison
Ron & Theresa Hilliard
Borough Houses
In Memory of Willis & Rebecca Johnson, Sr.
Honorable Curtis and Ethel Inabinett
Mary Joseph Insurance Agency, Inc.
Vertelle Amos Kenion
Linda Ketner
Mrs. Blondell E. Kidd
Latta Family Dentistry – Drs. Jachelle &
Kareem Sprattling
In Honor of Francis Rene Garrett
Rev. & Mrs. Theodore R. Lewis, Jr.
Charles E. McKenzie
Adrienne Smalls Middleton
Michael Molony
Richard & Ellen Moryl
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Bev Prince-Muhammad
Yvonne T. Orr
In Memory of John L. Orr, Sr.
Carolyn Wright-Porcher
John & Saundra Purvis
Maxine Frasier Riley
Dr. David Rivers
Edmund Robinson
In Memory of Gloria Bell
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Seabrook
Irvin & Annabell Seabrook
Penny Shannon
Rev. Yvonne B. Simmons
Cynthia McCottry Smith
In Memory of Dr. Turner M. McCottry
Deona Smith
Maximum Consulting – Dr. Maxine
Smith
Charleston Alumnae Chapter – Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
McKinley & Beulah Washington
Magdalene L. Wells
Rep. Jackson Seth Whipper
The Hon. Lucille S. Whipper
In Memory of Jasiri Whipper &
Ogretta Whipper Hawkins
Gwendolyn O. Whitsell
Gloria Gantt Wilford
Garcia Edgerton Williams
Brenda Lauderback & Dr. Boyd Wright
The Jerry & Anita Zucker Family
Foundation Inc.
As of Sept. 1, 2016
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The MOJA Arts Festival, A Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts, is
a project of the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs. This multi-disciplinary
festival celebrates the rich heritage of African-American and Caribbean people and
their contributions to the Western and world cultures. Moja, a Swahili word meaning
“One,” is the appropriate name for this annual celebration of harmony amongst people. The MOJA Arts Festival is produced and directed by the City of Charleston Office
of Cultural Affairs in cooperation with the all-volunteer MOJA Arts Festival Planning
Committee. The MOJA Arts Festival is funded in part by grants from the City of
Charleston, County of Charleston and the South Carolina Arts Commission, which
receives support from the National Endownment for the Arts, a federal agency. In
addition, we are grateful to the following agencies and corporations for their major
grants and sponsorships in support of the 2016 MOJA Arts Festival.
City of Charleston
Charleston County
South Carolina Arts Commission,
which receives support from the
National Endowment for the Arts
The Boeing Company
C&A Unlimited, Inc. – McDonalds
Roper St. Francis Healthcare
BlueCross BlueShield
of South Carolina
Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
Consolidated
SCE&G
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
metroPCS
AT&T
South Arts
Charleston Police Department
Weed & Seed Program
The Resident Advisory Board
of the Housing Authority
of the City of Charleston
South Carolina Department of
Parks, Recreation & Tourism
The Joanna Foundation
Total Wine & More
BE A FRIEND OF MOJA
Did you know that nearly half of MOJA’s events are admission-free and Festival
ticket prices are scaled to make MOJA accessible to everyone? Your financial
contribution to the MOJA Arts Festival will allow us to continue this model in
2017 and beyond. Suggested giving levels for the Friends of MOJA are $50 for
individuals, $100 for companies, but a gift of any amount will be put to good use
and greatly appreciated. Visit mojafestival.com or call (843) 724-7305 for more
information. Thank you for your support!
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HOW TO BUY TICKETS
Please read the admission information listed for each festival event carefully
as some events only offer ticket sales at the door, some are sold through other
organizations and the rest can be purchased through the Official MOJA Arts
festival Box Office (Note: Ticket prices include a $1 handling fee. Additional
convenience fees may apply).
PHONE IN (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance): (866) 811-4111 to speak
with a live ticket salesperson, available Mon.-Fri. from 9am-9pm; Sat. & Sun.
10am-6pm. Payments accepted: Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, Discover ®; additional convenience fees apply.
ORDER ONLINE (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance): 24 Hours a day/7 Days
a Week at www.mojafestival.com. Payments accepted: Visa®, MasterCard®,
American Express®, Discover ®; additional convenience fees apply.
IN PERSON (Up to 2 Hours Before Performance): Dock Street Theatre, 135
Church Street, Starting September 29, Daily 11am-5pm. Payments accepted:
Check, Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, and Discover®.
AT THE EVENT (Beginning 30 Minutes Before Performance): At the festival
venues, if tickets remain. Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Visa®, MasterCard®
or Discover®.
AT THE GAILLARD CENTER AND R&B AT THE JOE: Consult event details for
Box Office information.
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Because the Charleston peninsula comprises a small area, which is filled with
beautiful historic homes, many residents must park on the street. To avoid
parking fines, we ask that festival-goers strictly observe parking limits or utilize the convenient parking lots and garages. Visit www.mojafestival.com for a
map of parking lots and garages.
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PARKING
• Aquarium Garage, 24 Calhoun Street
• Camden Exchange, 47 John Street
• Charleston Place Hotel Garage, 85 Hasell Street
• Charleston Visitor Center, 63 Mary Street
• Cumberland & Concord, 4 Cumberland Street
• East Bay Garage, 25 Prioleau Street
• Francis Marion Hotel Garage, 387 King Street
• Gaillard Garage, 32 Alexander Street
• Majestic Garage, 211 King Street
• St. Philip Street Garage, 75 St. Philip Street
• Queen Street Garage, 93 Queen Street
• Wentworth Garage, 81 Wentworth Street
PUBLIC TRANSIT
Visitors are encouraged to use our full public transportation system, the
D.A.S.H. shuttle and C.A.R.T.A. bus. They follow convenient downtown
routes near major festival sites, and all are ADA compliant and handicapped
accessible. The regular fare is $2.00 for the C.A.R.T.A. Metro Buses, while the
Trolleys, also known as D.A.S.H. (Downtown Area Shuttles), are free for all
residents and visitors. Visit www.mojafestival.com for more information.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS
All parking garages listed above have public restrooms. Additional restrooms are located in the following public buildings:
• Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside Street
• City Gallery, 34 Prioleau Street
• Charleston City Hall, 80 Broad Street
• Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street
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2016 MOJA VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ARTS — 33RD ANNUAL MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL
JURIED ART EXHIBITION
VENUE: Avery Research Center
ADDRESS: 125 Bull Street
ADMISSION: Free
ON VIEW: September 29-October 7; Monday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm
Featuring new works by regional artists, this annual juried art exhibition invites
submissions from artists living in the Southeast, welcoming a range of works in oils,
acrylics, watercolors, pastels, printmaking, drawing, photography, graphics, fiber,
sculpture, metals, ceramics, basketry and mixed media. This year’s juror is Greg
Jenkins, the Operations Manager and Chief Preparator at the Gibbes Museum of Art,
having worked with the Gibbes since 1983. A native of Charleston and a graduate
of Chicora High School, Mr. Jenkins has a lifelong interest in art. He was the 1986
MOJA Arts Festival poster artist and is a member of the MOJA Arts Festival Planning
Committee.
VISUAL ARTS — FAHAMU PECOU: DO OR DIE: AFFECT,
RITUAL, RESISTANCE
VENUE: Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
ADDRESS: 161 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: Free
ON VIEW: Through October 8, Monday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm
This solo exhibition features the work of Fahamu Pecou, an artist profoundly involved
in exploring the state of Black existence – life and death – today. DO or DIE: Affect,
Ritual, Resistance serves as one artist’s action in opposition to overwhelming societal
forces, seeking instead to elevate and re-contextualize Black life and death. Through
performance, painting, drawing and video Pecou reframes our view, incorporating
references from Yoruba/ Ifa ritual to cultural retentions of hip-hop to the philosophy
of Négritude, and through this shapes a story that seeks to affirm life via an understanding of the balance between life and death.
As Pecou states: “DO or DIE is a different type of spectacle, one that distances itself
from the terror and violence typically associated with Black bodies. It affirms life and
life beyond. It reclaims what was lost, turning our gaze inward and ultimately forward.
Through ritual, performance and image, the exhibit challenges the perception of
death’s dominion. Ultimately, DO or DIE is a reminder of an intimate balance that
affirms life. It is art as affective resistance. It is a healing.”
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MOJA
ARTS FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 9, 2016
A CELEB RATIO N O F A FRIC A N-A M E R I C A N
A ND C A RIB B E A N A RTS
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — OPENING DAY
STREET PARADE
TIME: 6:00pm-7:00pm
VENUE: Parade begins at Marion Square, Calhoun and King Streets
ADMISSION: Free
PARADE COORDINATORS: Kelvin Williams
Join the celebration and feel the beat at the annual opening street parade featuring
festive Caribbean and African costumes, African drummers and more. Local community groups including bands, youth and school groups perform throughout. The parade
begins at Marion Square and heads down King Street, turning on Market Street and
ending at the US Custom House at East Bay and Market Streets.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL
OPENING RECEPTION
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre Courtyard
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
ADMISSION: Free
Meet the artists and leadership of MOJA and socialize in the intimate courtyard at the
Dock Street Theatre and learn more about the exciting events planned during the 2016
MOJA Festival.
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 THEATRE — STICK FLY
PRODUCED BY: Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc.
TIME: 8:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $26 Adults, $21 Students & Seniors
This wickedly funny, award-winning drama tells the story of the LeVay family, an
affluent, African American family, as they gather at their Martha’s Vineyard home. The
two brothers bring their girlfriends home to meet their parents for the first time—at
the same time. A relaxing family weekend quickly turns into a sharp discussion about
race, class and identity as long standing tensions bubble under the surface reaching a
boiling point when family secrets are revealed.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — REGGAE BLOCK DANCE
TIME: 6:30pm-11:00pm
VENUE: Brittlebank Park, Corner of Lockwood & Fishburne Streets
SPONSORED BY: The Boeing Company, C&A Unlimited, Inc.-McDonalds
ADMISSION: Free
COORDINATOR: Osei Chandler
Enjoy a vibrant and energetic evening filled with the sounds of Reggae. Relax and enjoy the fare from a variety of food vendors or browse goods from international artisans
before you dance the night away with friends and neighbors. The lineup of Reggae
artists taking the stage includes Da Gullah Rootz featuring General Top Rank’n and Ras
Bonghi featuring Deighton Charlemagne and Identity.
THEATRE — STICK FLY
PRODUCED BY: Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc.
TIME: 8:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $26 Adults, $21 Students & Seniors
This wickedly funny, award-winning drama tells the story of the LeVay family, an
affluent, African American family as they gather at their Martha’s Vineyard home. The
two brothers bring their girlfriends home to meet their parents for the first time—at
the same time. A relaxing family weekend quickly turns into a sharp discussion about
race, class and identity as long standing tensions bubble under the surface reaching a
boiling point when family secrets are revealed.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
RECREATION — HAROLD SMITH ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT
TIME: 9:00am
VENUE: St. Andrews Parks and Playgrounds
ADDRESS: 1095 Playground Road
ADMISSION: Free
COORDINATORS: Carl Campbell, Phil Burke, Brian Burke and Nathaniel Mercer
The Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament is a USTA sanctioned tournament. Entry
deadline for participants is Wednesday, September 28 by noon ($38.00 for adult singles; $23 per player for adult doubles). For more information, please call Phil Burke at
(843) 763-4360.
RECREATION — ONE DAY JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT
TIME: 10:00am-2:30pm
VENUE: Charleston Tennis Center
ADDRESS: 19 Farmfield Avenue
ADMISSION: Free
COORDINATORS: Carl Campbell, Peggy Bohne and Delores Jackson
A one-day tournament showcasing youth from the inner-city Youth Tennis Program
and other area programs. Trophies, t-shirts, and refreshments available for participants.
Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, September 28 ($8 per youth). For more
information, please call Peggy Bohne or Delores Jackson at the Charleston Tennis
Center at (843) 766-7401.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — HERITAGE DAY AT
MARION SQUARE
TIME: 10:00am-3:00pm
VENUE: Marion Square, Corner of Meeting & Calhoun Streets
SPONSORED BY: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Roper St. Francis Healthcare,
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, metroPCS, The Housing Authority of the City of
Charleston
ADMISSION: Free
COORDINATORS: Jazzie Clay King and Angel R. Quintero
Celebrate African-American and Caribbean culture while enjoying ethnic flavors,
activities from community cultural ambassadors and regional performers in the heart
of downtown. An animated stage lineup includes a variety of youth performances,
dancers, drummers and more. Join us midday for a special presentation involving the
United States Postal Service.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — JULIAN GOODING PRESENTS
THE ADVENTURES OF MALACHIAE MOON
TIME: 11:00am
VENUE: Charleston County Public Library
ADDRESS: 68 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: Free
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Storyteller Julian Gooding shares tales from a journal given to him on the day he was
born. The journal once belonged to Malachiae Moon who was born the day the American Civil War ended in 1865. Malachiae Moon, a wise and skilled sailor of African descent, lived to be 100 years old. The stories from his journal will take you to Africa, Asia,
Europe and the Americas. This 45-minute performance is designed for ages 6 to 60.
THEATRE — STICK FLY
PRODUCED BY: Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc.
TIME: 2:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $26 Adults, $21 Students & Seniors
This wickedly funny, award-winning drama tells the story of the LeVay family, an
affluent, African American family as they gather at their Martha’s Vineyard home. The
two brothers bring their girlfriends home to meet their parents for the first time—at
the same time. A relaxing family weekend quickly turns into a sharp discussion about
race, class and identity as long standing tensions bubble under the surface reaching a
boiling point when family secrets are revealed.
ALSO OF INTEREST — ST. PAUL’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
TIME: 12:00pm (Gates open at 11:00am)
VENUE: Ravenel Family Park
ADDRESS: 4433 Savannah Highway, Ravenel, SC, 29470
ADMISSION: $5.00 Adults, $1.00 Children Under 12 through the Town of Ravenel
FOR TICKETS: Contact Beth Carpenter at (843) 697-8677 or Mark Bloomer (843) 8898732
Conceived in 2008 by Ravenel Councilman Curtis Inabinett, Jr., the festival has been an
annual event featuring many of the low country’s favorite bands performing all types
of music. This year’s event will feature Leather and Lace, led by Drummer Shannon Sausser, Curtis Inabinett, Jr., and a nine-piece funk jazz band, and a low country favorite,
the East Coast Party Band.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — FUTURE CASTING
TIME: 5:00pm-8:00pm
VENUE: Fabulon
ADDRESS: 1017 Wappoo Road, West Ashley
ADMISSION: Free
Future Casting, an interactive hip-hop event, will feature local, national, and international artists, of the genre tagged Hip-Hop and highlight the generational and
contemporary links within the arts to Hip-Hop. Come celebrate what is true to the art
form’s creative beginnings as we project into the future with messages of hope, unity,
progress, and harmony.
MUSIC — MOJA R&B FEATURING MONICA & FRIENDS
TIME: 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00pm)
VENUE: Joe Riley Stadium
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ADDRESS: 360 Fishburne Street
ADMISSION: visit mojafestival.com for details
FOR TICKETS: In-person Box Office available Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm or by
phone at (843) 577-3647
Monica will inarguably be remembered in music as one of the most iconic soul
singers of a generation. Her enviable resume detailing extraordinary musical
contributions that started professionally at the tenderfoot age of 12 when her first
major label deal was signed. At 13 she became the youngest artist ever to score two
back-to-back Billboard #1 chart-topping hit records with “Don’t Take it Personal” (Just
one of dem Days) and “Before you Walk Out of My Life.” By the end of 1995, she had
taken the world by storm with her unstoppable debut album, “Miss Thang.” Her next
album, the 1998 record-breaker “The Boy Is Mine,” was a crossover pop juggernaut as
the result of her duet with Brandy. In all, she has sold more than 25 million albums
worldwide and she holds the record as the first artist to top the U.S. Billboard R&B/
Hip-Hop Songs Chart with No.1 songs over the span of three consecutive decades
(1990s, 2000s and 2010s), which puts her in the elite company of history-making
superstars such as Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, James Brown and Marvin Gaye, all
sharing similar accomplishments.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2
RECREATION — HAROLD SMITH ADULT TENNIS TOURNAMENT
TIME: 9:00am
VENUE: St. Andrews Parks and Playgrounds
ADDRESS: 1095 Playground Road
ADMISSION: Free
COORDINATORS: Carl Campbell, Phil Burke, Brian Burke and Nathaniel Mercer
Join us for the second day of the Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament, continuing
from Saturday, October 1. The Harold Smith Adult Tennis Tournament is a USTA sanctioned tournament. Entry deadline for participants is Wednesday, September 28 by
noon ($38.00 for adult singles; $23 per player for adult doubles). For more information,
please call Phil Burke at (843) 763-4360.
THEATRE — STICK FLY
PRODUCED BY: Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc.
TIME: 4:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $26 Adults, $21 Students & Seniors
This wickedly funny, award-winning drama tells the story of the LeVay family, an
affluent, African American family as they gather at their Martha’s Vineyard home. The
two brothers bring their girlfriends home to meet their parents for the first time—at
the same time. A relaxing family weekend quickly turns into a sharp discussion about
race, class and identity as long standing tensions bubble under the surface reaching a
boiling point when family secrets are revealed.
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MUSIC — GOSPEL CONCERT, “A GOSPEL CELEBRATION”
TIME: 4:00pm
VENUE: Trinity United Methodist Church
ADDRESS: 273 Meeting Street
ADMISSION: $11
COORDINATOR: Theresa J. Hilliard
This year’s gospel concert promises to be an inspiring and moving celebration. The
featured artists are The Voices for Christ, Hebron Zion Young Adult Choir, and Mt. Horr
AME Church Young Adult Choir. The Mistress of Ceremony is Ms. Lynn Boone.
LYNN BOONE: Lynn is a lifelong member of Salem Missionary Baptist Church where
she serves in various capacities. She sings with the Boone Singers, and the Voices of
Deliverance of Charleston with whom she had the opportunity to perform in Italy and
Switzerland. Lynn appeared in concert as one of the Gospel Divas also for the MOJA
Gospel Segment. In 2001, Lynn opened for the legendary R& B artist, Stephanie Mills
and has appeared in several Art Forms and Theatre Concepts, Inc. productions such as
Ain’t Misbehavin’ and I Sing from my Soul. Lynn appeared as a soloist with the Charleston Gospel Choir.
MARIO DESAUSSURE: A native of Charleston, SC, Elder Mario Desaussure is an
anointed psalmist who began singing at the tender age of 3, in the Alpha Omega
Reformed House of God Church, under the leadership of his great-grandfather, the
late Bishop Aaron H. Moore, Sr. He has sung for various groups and national recording
artists throughout the lowcountry and also the United States, such as Mike Brown and
F.O.C.U.S., The Anointed Voices of Praise of Huger, SC, Trinity Inspirational Choir, Pastor
Sam Dennis, New Generation of Praise, Vashawn Mitchell, Dorinda Clark-Cole and Ricky
Dillard.
THE VOICES FOR CHRIST: The Voices for Christ is a young adult gospel choir at
Greater Zion AME Church in Awendaw, SC. The vision for this group came from Charles
“Chuckie” Singleton, Jr. seeing a need for a young adult choir in the church. Everyone
was eager and receptive to the idea and the group was formed in late 2010. The choir
enjoys ministering through song and believes strongly in faith, fun, and fellowship. The
Voices for Christ lives by the motto, “I give my life, my love, my all to Christ.”
HEBRON ZION YOUNG ADULT CHOIR: In the spring of 2008, what started off as a
dream finally became reality. This choir is joyful in praise, worthy in song, and a mighty
force to be reckoned with. The Hebron-Zion Young Adult Choir is highly involved
within the community assisting with a variety of community outreach programs and
ministries and continuing to praise the Lord with their ongoing community support.
The choir is currently under the leadership of Kim LaBoard, who has served as the
president since 2013.
MT. HORR AME CHURCH YOUNG ADULT CHOIR: This 15 member gospel choir is from
Mt. Horr AME Church in Hollywood, South Carolina. The choir was organized by the
late Rev. Rufus Cochran more than 20 years ago as the young adult choir. They sing
every second Sunday of the month, giving praises to our Lord and Savior.
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MUSIC — CHORALIERS MUSIC CLUB OF CHARLESTON
TIME: 7:30pm
VENUE: Mt. Zion AME Church
ADDRESS: 5 Glebe Street
ADMISSION: Free
One of Charleston’s oldest choral groups, the Choraliers Music Club of Charleston will
present a Gullah-Geechee explosion, consisting of Gullah Folklore including unarranged & arranged spirituals, gospel, blues, and excerpts from Gershwin’s opera Porgy
and Bess.
MUSIC — POP LIFE! CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF PRINCE
TIME: 8:00pm
VENUE: Charleston Music Hall
ADDRESS: 37 John Street
ADMISSION: $21, reserved seating
After a thrilling, SOLD OUT performance of Nothing Compares 2 U: A Tribute 2 Prince at
the historic Charleston Music Hall, Charlton Singleton and Friends RETURN for PART
TWO! Pop Life! Celebrating the Music of Prince promises to be another show-stopping
night of music and love celebrating one of the most recognizable and iconic mega
superstars of our time, Prince Rogers Nelson. Join Charlton, Quiana Parler, and newly
named Poet Laureate of Charleston Marcus Amaker as they lead the Superfunkacalifragisexy Tribute Band through PART TWO of what was and will again be an amazing
night of energy, artistry, and of course…LOVE! MONDAY, OCTOBER 3
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: MARCUS AMAKER
TIME: 6:00pm
VENUE: To Be Announced
ADDRESS:
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Marcus Amaker is Charleston, SC’s First Poet Laureate, as appointed by Mayor John
Tecklenburg. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s
degree in journalism. Amaker’s poems have been featured on PBS Newshour, The Huffington Post, several journals and poetry collections. Additionally, he was one of the
poets featured in Seeking the Spirit: An Evening of Poetry and Jazz which was inspired by
Jonathan Green’s painting, Seeking. A well-known graphic/web designer and videographer, Amaker produces award-winning work for local nonprofits and organizations.
He is also the lead graphic designer for the national music magazine, No Depression. He
has published seven books of poetry.
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2016 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL VENUES
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, people who need alternative formats, ASL
interpretation, or other accommodations, please contact The City of Charleston Office of
Cultural Affairs three days prior to the performance. 843-724-7305. All venues are accessible.
1.
Ackerman Park
55 Sycamore Avenue,
West Ashley
2.
Arthur W. Christopher
Community Center
265 Fishburne Street
3.
Avery Research Center
125 Bull Street
4.
Brittlebank Park
Lockwood Boulevard &
Fishburne Street
5.
Charleston County
Public Library
68 Calhoun Street
6.
Charleston City Marina
17 Lockwood Drive
7.
Charleston Housing
Authority
562-A Meeting Street
8.
Charleston Music Hall
37 John Street
9.
Charleston Tennis Center
19 Farmfield Avenue,
West Ashley
10.
City Gallery
34 Prioleau Street
11.
Dock Street Theatre
135 Church Street
12.
Emanuel AME
1057 5th Avenue (at
St. Andrews Boulevard,
West Ashley)
13.
Halsey Institute of
Contemporary Art
161 Calhoun Street
14.
Harbor Walk Dock
360 Concord Street
15.
Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Ballpark
360 Fishburne Street
16.
Gaillard Center
95 Calhoun Street
17.
Hampton Park
30 Mary Murray Boulevard
18.
Magnolia Plantation
& Gardens
3550 Ashley River Road,
West Ashley
19.
Marion Square
King & Calhoun Streets
20.
Morris Brown AME Church
13 Morris Street
21.
Mt. Zion AME Church
5 Glebe Street
22.
Old Bethel United
Methodist Church
222 Calhoun Street
23.
Pointe Event Center at
Harvest Pointe Church
of Christ
4870 Piedmont Avenue,
North Charleston
24.
Republic Garden & Lounge
462 King Street
25.
Sottile Theatre
44 George Street
26.
St. Andrews Parks and
Playgrounds
1095 Playground Road,
West Ashley
27.
St. Julian Devine
1 Cooper Street
28.
Trinity United
Methodist Church
273 Meeting Street
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — MARYVILLE/ASHLEYVILLE
COMMUNITIES: THEN AND NOW
TIME: 6:30pm
VENUE: Emanuel AME Church
ADDRESS: 1057 5th Avenue (at St. Andrews Boulevard, West Ashley)
ADMISSION: Free
FACILITATOR: Dr. Karen A. Chandler
PANELISTS: Diane Hamilton, Theresa Hillliard, Victoria Stewart, Marguerite “Julie”
Richardson.
A panel discussion of the Maryville/Ashleyville communities bringing light to an era
gone by relating the history of the Town of Maryville and its residents. This panel
precedes the formal designation of the Maryville/Ashleyville community as the 2016
MOJA Historic Site on Wednesday, October 5.
THEATRE — WHEN I FIRST REMEMBER
PRODUCED BY: Lady in White Production Company
TIME: 7:00pm
VENUE: Old Bethel United Methodist Church
ADDRESS: 222 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: $21
Queen Atterberry of Lady in White Production Company blends music, dance, and
dialogue to tell the story of the inception of Gullah-Geechee culture, which is unique
to the Lowcountry.
MUSIC — COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON GOSPEL CHOIR
TIME: 7:00pm
VENUE: Sottile Theatre
ADDRESS: 44 George Street
ADMISSION: $10 tickets at the door, free admission for College of Charleston Students
Performing Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs the College of Charleston’s Gospel
Choir will highlight both traditional and contemporary music from each genre. The
group is under the direction of Brenten Weeks.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — JULIAN GOODING PRESENTS
THE ADVENTURES OF MALACHIAE MOON
TIME: 9:15am
VENUE: Charleston County Public Library
ADDRESS: 68 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: Free
Storyteller Julian Gooding shares tales from a journal given to him on the day he was
born. The journal once belonged to Malachiae Moon who was born the day the American Civil War ended in 1865. Malachiae Moon, a wise and skilled sailor of African descent, lived to be 100 years old. The stories from his journal will take you to Africa, Asia,
Europe and the Americas. This 45-minute performance is designed for ages 6 to 60.
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: TAMMAKA
STALEY
TIME: 6:00pm
VENUE: To Be Announced
ADDRESS:
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Tammaka Staley is a performance poet, activist, and teaching artist. A resident of Columbia, SC, she has been writing and performing poetry for 10 years. Tammaka actively
works in the community with poetry and youth organizations like OneWord Columbia,
the University of South Carolina Upward Bound Program, and Girls Rock Columbia.
She was also a sponsor for the SC Community Uplift Foundation Science Rocks benefit
concert in 2015. She won the title “Queen of the South” at the 2015 Queen of the South
Poetry Slam in April 2015. She has also performed as a featured artist at the Kennedy
Center in the 2016 American College Dance Festival in Washington, DC. Tammaka
strives to empower black communities and use poetry as a tool to give people everywhere something to believe in.
LITERARY ARTS — LITERARY CORNER
VENUE & TIME: visit mojafestival.com for details
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
Each autumn, MOJA celebrates the creative process and explores the artistic impulse
with its Literary Corner series of author talks. Join us for these intimate discussions
with notable literary figures, who read from their work, talk about their motivations
and experiences as writers, and respond to audience questions. For the latest details
about our 2016 Literary Corner, please visit www.mojafestival.com.
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HAPPENS WHEN WE
COME TOGETHER.
Through the power of the arts, we are all inspired to rise above the
ordinary. Boeing is proud to sponsor the MOJA Arts Festival and its
ongoing mission to celebrate diversity through performing arts.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — COLUMBIA MARIONETTE
THEATRE PRESENTS THE WORLD OF ANANSI THE SPIDER
TIME: 9:15am
VENUE: Charleston County Public Library
ADDRESS: 68 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: Free
This entertaining performance is designed to teach children about world culture. The
30-minute show features marionettes, hand puppets, and rod puppets to tell several
folk tales narrated by the storyteller, Anansi, a classic character featured in African tales
who later descended to tales in other cultures including Jamaican and Gullah.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — HISTORIC SITE DESIGNATION
TIME: 10:00am
VENUE: Emanuel AME Church
ADDRESS: 1057 5th Avenue (at St. Andrews Boulevard, West Ashley)
COORDINATOR: AnnaBell Seabrook
Community of Maryville and Ashleyville will be formally designated as the 2016 MOJA
Historic Site. Historical information about this site and previous designees can be
found by visiting www.mojafestival.com.
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — WEST ASHLEY
FARMERS MARKET CELEBRATES MOJA
TIME: 3:30pm-7:30pm
VENUE: Ackerman Park
ADDRESS: 55 Sycamore Avenue
ADMISSION: Free
Come discover the newest community amenity in West Ashley, the bustling and
inviting West Ashley Farmers Market. Browse goods from local farmers and growers
or enjoy a treat from a variety of food concessionaires. A full program of lively MOJA
performances and family friendly activities help to celebrate African-American and
Caribbean culture.
MUSIC — THE HOUSING AUTHORITY BLOCK PARTY WITH
NEW GALAXY BAND
TIME: 5:00pm
VENUE: Charleston Housing Authority
ADDRESS: 562-A Meeting Street
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston
Experience a night of entertainment as the Charleston Housing Authority hosts a
MOJA Block Party. This gathering is for the young and old. On site health screenings
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and free food, with local artists performing, including the New Galaxy Band headlining.
Come out and celebrate this festive event!
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: CARLOS
JOHNSON AND THE SPEAK FREELY FOUNDATION
TIME: 6:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Carlos Johnson, a native of Summerville, SC, currently resides in Goose Creek, SC.
Johnson has founded organizations such as The Poetry Show and the Speak Freely
Foundation (SFF). SFF, a nonprofit organization, supports local youth in the arts. Its
mission is to support, educate, and enlighten youth through the arts to better their
lives as well as society. The SFF, in collaboration with the City of North Charleston, offers The [email protected]. (Speaking Life @mong Many) Poetry Program and the North Charleston Boxing Club at the Armory Park Center. Youth from the Speak Freely Foundation
program will present with Johnson.
MUSIC — HARBOR CRUISE FEATURING CURTIS INABINETT, JR.
AND AH TOUCH OF CLASS
TIME: 8:00pm-10:00pm; boarding begins at 7:30pm
VENUE: Harbor Walk
ADDRESS: 360 Concord Street, #201
ADMISSION: $16, General Admission
Curtis is no stranger to MOJA having received one of its first “best instrumentalist”
awards in the 1980’s. In other MOJA events he has shared the stage with Angela Bofill,
and along with ‘Ah Touch of Class’ and Charleston’s current mayor John Tecklenburg,
was on the same bill with Regina Belle. This harbor cruise promises to be an evening
of great music and fun for all. Curtis is joined by keyboardist Larry Ford, bass player
Jeffrey Holt, drummer Gerald ‘Cameo’ Williams, and lead guitarist Bobby Simmons.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — AEROVISION WITH ROOTS:
A HIP-HOP DANCE PERFORMANCE
TIME: 9:15am
VENUE: Charleston County Public Library
ADDRESS: 68 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: Free
Lamar Hunter, a member of the Peace, Love, and Hip-Hop Dance Company and a graduate from the School of the Arts, will demonstrate his own unique blend of freestyle
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hip-hop dancing. Local photographer, Ron Rocz, will also have photographs of Lamar
on display in the Main Library lobby throughout the month of October.
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: TABU HAZEL
TIME: 6:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Originally from White Plains, New York, Peggy Logan (aka Tabu Hazel) is an actress and
poet who grew up in Summerton, SC, and currently resides in Columbia, SC. She has
a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in theater/education from Claflin University
and a Master of Education in counseling. For Tabu Hazel, there is power in poetry. As
a spoken word artist, she is an advocate who promotes awareness of cancer, domestic
violence, homelessness and sexual assault. Her number one goal is to change lives
with words. Her poetry and deliverance can be described as being “smooth, fluid, melodic and empowering.” She has performed throughout the country in many venues.
DANCE — DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM
TIME: 7:30pm
VENUE: The Gaillard Center
ADDRESS: 95 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: $27.44- $77.84, reserved seating
FOR TICKETS: GaillardCenter.com or 843-242-3099
COORDINATOR: Edna Williams
Known for its thrilling performances that successfully challenge preconceived
notions, Dance Theatre of Harlem consists of 14 racially diverse dance artists who
perform an eclectic, demanding repertoire. Francesca Harper will create a new work
to John Adams’ String Quartet performed live by the acclaimed Attacca String Quartet. The Dance Theatre of Harlem brings new life to the classical ballet art form. They
celebrate African American culture through treasured classical and neo-classical
works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, alongside
cutting edge contemporary works.
The presentation of Dance Theatre of Harlem is made possible by the New England
Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke
Charitable Foundation and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, with additional support
from the National Endowment for the Arts.
This performance of Dance Theatre of Harlem is funded in part by a grant from South
Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the South Carolina
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: JEFFREY
GUILLAUME
TIME: 6:00pm
VENUE: City Gallery
ADDRESS: 34 Prioleau Street
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Jeffrey Guillaume (aka Mr. Emotional The Poet) is a native of Newark, NJ, and currently
resides in Columbia, SC. Guillaume discovered his love for the performing arts at Benedict College, where he received a Bachelor of Science in public health. Since his graduation, Guillaume has quickly become one of South Carolina’s most celebrated poets,
winning poetry slams and performing all over the nation. With the love he has for
young people, poetry is his unique way of giving back and connecting with youth by
showing them alternative methods of self-expression. In 2013, Guillaume discovered a
literacy program, Write Yourself Free.
MUSIC — NAJEE
TIME: 8:00pm
VENUE: The Gaillard Center
ADDRESS: 95 Calhoun Street
ADMISSION: $22.40- $66.08, reserved seating
FOR TICKETS: GaillardCenter.com or 843-242-3099
Two-time Grammy nominated saxophonist and flautist, Najee has made a career
following his heart and keen musical intuition by pushing musical boundaries, all of
which have made him an international pioneer in the music industry. Having collaborated with everyone in the music business from Prince and Quincy Jones to Stevie
Wonder, Chaka Khan and Herbie Hancock, Najee’s technical agility, grace, compositional prowess, unbridled passion and fearless genre bending have made him one of
the most sought after musicians of his generation. With two Platinum and four Gold
albums under his belt, Najee is an icon whose musical vision spawned an entire new
genre by fusing the music close to his heart (R&B and Jazz). Opening for Najee is Charleston’s own First Class Band featuring a wide variety of music including top ten hits, Motown, pop, R&B, beach and smooth jazz.
LITERARY — YOUTH FORUM/POETRY SLAM
TIME: 5:30pm
VENUE: College of Charleston Science Center Auditorium
ADDRESS: 202 Calhoun Street, Room 129
ADMISSION: Free
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Marla Robertson at 843-953-5373 or Leroy Lewis
at 843-953-0168
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
College of Charleston students and local youths are invited to enter the 2016 MOJA
Arts Festival’s Youth Forum- Poetry Slam. Join us to raise your voice of awareness.
Come affirm a positive youth engagement message that inspires both youth and
adults to raise consciousness about youth as valuable and respected assets to each
other, family and community.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
LITERARY ARTS — POETRY & STORYTELLING: OPEN MIC
TIME: 2:30pm
VENUE: Avery Research Center
ADDRESS: 125 Bull Street
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Warachal E. Faison, MD & Tribal Raine
Regional and local poets are invited to perform. Please join us in listening to some
wonderful poets and feel free to make your way up to the mic to let us hear your
talent.
MUSIC — CLASSICAL ENCOUNTER
TIME: 4:00pm
VENUE: Mt. Zion AME Church
ADDRESS: 5 Glebe Street
ADMISSION: Free, reservation required. Visit mojafestival.com to secure tickets.
COORDINATOR: Ellen Dressler-Moryl
Concert pianist Dr. Wilfred Delphin will be joined by bass-baritone Ivan Griffin, and
soprano Dara Rhaming, in a program of opera arias and spirituals. Also appearing on
the program is D’Jaris Whipper-Lewis, one Charleston’s leading singers. Dr. Delphin
has long been a favorite performer at MOJA and Piccolo Spoleto. Mr. Griffin and Ms.
Rhaming were presented at the 2016 Spoleto Festival USA in Gershwin’s quintessential
American opera, Porgy and Bess; Griffin also appeared in Spoleto’s world-premiere of
Afram ou La Belle Swita by Edmund Thornton Jenkins, son of Reverend Daniel Jenkins
who founded Charleston’s historic Jenkins Orphanage.
RECREATION — CHARLESTON BOXING CLUB ANNUAL
MOJA CUP
TIME: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm (weigh in from 2-4pm for participants).
VENUE: Arthur Christopher Gymnasium, Hagood & Fishburne Streets
ADMISSION: $10 General, $5 Youth (under 8); tickets available at the door only.
SPONSORED BY: The Charleston Boxing Club
COORDINATORS: Al “Hollywood” Meggett and Osei Terry Chandler
This yearly event is sanctioned by U.S.A. Boxing. It highlights some of the region’s best
up and coming talents. Come enjoy an evening of different weight classes boxing in
the ring.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
THEATRE — GULLAH/GEECHEE KNOWS EMANUEL:
A GULLAH/GEECHEE STORY
PRODUCED BY: De Gullah/Geechee Angel Network presents a Carlie Towne Production
TIME: 7:00pm
VENUE: The Pointe Event Center
ADDRESS: 4870 Piedmont Avenue, N. Charleston
ADMISSION: $16 Adults, $6 Children under 12
Gullah/Geechee Knows Emanuel: A Gullah/Geechee Story takes the audience on a journey through the Gullah/Geechee memories of the history of Emmanuel in Charleston,
SC from the founding of Emmanuel AME by Denmark Vesey and Gullah Jack to the
tragic slaying of nine members of Emanuel AME in 2015. The history and legacy of the
unity of the Gullah/Geechee family emerges in this dramatic presentation that retells
the memories of Gullah/Geechees that have had to survive from chattel enslavement
to the present. In the midst of it all, they know that GOD has kept them being able to
continue their traditions and sustain their legacy. So, they come together to continue
to hold one another up and educate their children on how to thrive and survive in faith
as they remember Emmanuel. Gullah/Geechee Knows Emanuel: A Gullah/Geechee
Story is a play produced by Carlie Towne Productions in collaboration with Queen
Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation. The play is co-written by Carlie Towne
and Queen Quet.
THEATRE — HARRIET’S RETURN
PRODUCED BY: Charleston Black Theatre
TIME: 7:30pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $36 Adults; $21 Students (not suitable for students under the age of 10)
Award-winning and critically acclaimed, Harriet’s Return: Based Upon The Legendary Life
of Harriet Tubman is a full theatrical production that takes audiences on a deeply personal, high energy journey into the private and public life of this famed Underground
Railroad conductor, spiritual icon, revolutionary, and entrepreneur, whose life spanned
nine decades and still influences the consciousness of people throughout the world.
This one-woman show was created by and stars Karen Jones Meadows, an award-winning playwright and educator. This show has been performed throughout the country
and this production will mark the Charleston premiere. Presented by Charleston Black
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
THEATRE — HARRIET’S RETURN
PRODUCED BY: Charleston Black Theatre
TIME: 3:00pm
VENUE: Historic Dock Street Theatre
ADDRESS: 135 Church Street
ADMISSION: $36 Adults; $21 Students (not suitable for students under the age of 10)
Award-winning and critically acclaimed, Harriet’s Return: Based Upon The Legendary Life
of Harriet Tubman is a full theatrical production that takes audiences on a deeply personal, high energy journey into the private and public life of this famed Underground
Railroad conductor, spiritual icon, revolutionary, and entrepreneur, whose life spanned
nine decades and still influences the consciousness of people throughout the world.
This one-woman show was created by and stars Karen Jones Meadows, an award-winning playwright and educator. This show has been performed throughout the country
and this production will mark the Charleston premiere. Presented by Charleston Black
Theatre with Artistic Director Yvonne Broaddus. HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — MOJA FINALE
TIME: 4:00pm until dark
VENUE: Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Boulevard
ADMISSION: Free
SPONSORED BY: The Boeing Company, C&A Unlimited, Inc.-McDonalds, SCE&G,
metroPCS
COORDINATORS: Angel Quintero, Cherry Seabrook and Veronica McDaniel
The culminating event of the MOJA Festival, this lively and colorful celebration includes high energy musical performances, a pop-up art exhibition, global craft artisans
and mouthwatering ethnic foods. A variety of community organizations will be on
hand to provide information in addition to health and wellness partners.
The MOJA Arts Festival co-presentation of
Dance Theatre of Harlem is supported by
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
Play On
www.rsfh.com
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15
HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY — COMMUNITY TRIBUTE
LUNCHEON
TIME: 11:30am-1:30pm
VENUE: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
ADDRESS: 3550 Ashley River Road, West Ashley
DONATION: $40; ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY by calling (843) 724-7305
SPONSORED BY: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, AT&T, Total Wine & More
COORDINATOR: Garcia Williams
At this annual outdoor awards luncheon, the MOJA Arts Festival bestows awards on
selected community leaders in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the
quality of life in their community. The 2016 MOJA Arts Festival Planning and Community Tribute Luncheon Committees are proud to salute this year’s leaders.
COMMUNITY TRIBUTE LUNCHEON 2016 HONOREES:
Mr. Alvin B. Glen – Artist
Mr. Craig Ascue – Business
Ms. T. Christi Ascue Kershaw – Business
Dr. Brenda Nelson – Civic and Community Service
Ms. Annabell Seabrook – Contribution to MOJA
Dr. Patricia Williams Lessane – Education
Ms. Vanessa Ellington – Government
Dr. Cheri L. Franklin – Medicine
Ms. Catherine V.R. McCottry – Outstanding College Student
Mr. Aamon Oree – Outstanding College Student
Ms. Madyson Harris – Outstanding High School Student
Mr. Grant Domingo – Outstanding High School Student
The Honorable Rodney Williams – Politics, Local
The Honorable Marlon Kimpson – Politics, State
Rev. Willie James Hill – Religion
Ms. L Monique Hill – Rising Star
Ms. Shirley Greene – Media
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS
SWAHILI SUNDAY
DATE: Sunday, September 25, 11:00am
VENUE: Morris Brown AME Church
ADDRESS: 13 Morris Street
COORDINATOR: S. Johari Andika
Led by The Reverend Dr. Charles R. Watkins, Jr., Servant Pastor this church service proclaims, “Almighty God is the greatest artist.” The service will highlight Swahili linguistic
heritage through speech and song.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
SWAHILI STUDENT WORKSHOP
DATE: Wednesday, October 5, 9:00am
VENUE: Springfield Elementary School
COORDINATOR: S. Johari Andika
SCHOOL COORDINATORS: Janet Hardeman, 3rd grade chairperson; Blondell Adams,
Principal
In this immersive workshop, students learn the importance of Swahili to the Lowcountry, the United States and the World. Students will participate in activities to learn
Swahili greetings, common expressions, food words and numbers.
4TH GRADERS READOUT
DATE: Friday, October 7, 9:00am
VENUE: Participating CCSD Schools
A MOJA tradition, this outreach program invites 4th grade students from pre-selected
Charleston County Schools to participate in a special in-school reading program in
which students receive a free copy of the featured book. This year’s selection is Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith.
WITH THE CARD THAT OPENS DOORS IN 50 STATES
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
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CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF PRINCE
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2016 MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL OFFICIAL POSTER
ABOUT THE ARTIST: Fletcher Williams III is known for his sculptural works, which
incorporate various unassociated materials such as discarded lumber, automotive
paint, natural plant fibers, synthetic fibers, and metal. For Williams, traditional and
modern materials provide him with a language necessary for creating works that
convey a need to reconcile constant transformations in social and cultural landscapes.
Williams commonly utilizes Southern Hip-Hop motifs and traditional African American
symbolism and artistic practices to create works reflective of human transformation,
preservation, and deconstruction. Upon returning to Charleston, SC. In 2013, he began
using his practice to speak against social injustices inflicting the local African American
community. The official MOJA 2016 artwork is Vessel, 24” x 30”, Acrylic on Wood, Sweet
Grass, and Palmetto Roses, 2016. http://www.fletcher3.com
ABOUT THE GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Marcus Amaker is Charleston, SC’s First Poet
Laureate, as appointed by Mayor John Tecklenburg. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Amaker’s poems have
been featured on PBS Newshour, The Huffington Post, several journals and poetry
collections. A well-known graphic/web designer and videographer, Amaker produces
award-winning work for local nonprofits and organizations. He is also the lead graphic
designer for the national music magazine, No Depression.
THE OFFICIAL MOJA ARTS FESTIVAL LOGO
Visual artist, Robert Washington, the creator of the Official MOJA Arts Festival Logo, passed away on June 26, 2016 at the age of 67. Originally from
Walterboro, SC, Robert Washington was a graduate of Voorhees College in Denmark,
SC. Mr. Washington was a self-taught artist in multiple media, but preferred to work
in watercolors. He interpreted his work as “Lowcountry Nostalgia,” the lifestyles and
mannerisms of African-Americans, from St. Simon Island, GA to Sandy Island, SC.
Mr. Washington also designed the logo for the Philip Simmons Foundation in
Charleston, SC.
HOW TO APPLY TO MOJA 2017
Application deadline for artists: January 27, 2017. Each component of the MOJA
Arts Festival: A Celebration of African-American and Caribbean Arts is carefully selected by a jury process. If you would like to be considered as a performer/presenter for
the 2017 MOJA Arts Festival, (September 28 - October 8, 2017), please send the completed Official MOJA Application Form (available at www.mojafestival.com beginning
in November 2016) and a package of information including a cover letter describing
your work, what you intend to present at the MOJA Arts Festival, any press related to
your work and work samples. Only those artists who submit these materials and the
Official MOJA Application Form to the Office of Cultural Affairs no later than January
27, 2017 will be considered for the 2017 MOJA Arts Festival.
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MOJA
T H E AT R E AT D O C K S T R E E T
135 Church Street
September 29 & 30, October 1 & 2
Stick Fly
Art Forms & Theatre Concepts, Inc. premiere staging of
Lydia Diamond’s play
October 8 & 9
Harriet’s Return
Charleston Black Theatre presents a one-woman show
celebrating Harriet Tubman
DANCE
THEATRE
OF HARLEM
October 6
The Gaillard Center
95 Calhoun Street
Ingrid Silva, Photo by Rachel Neville, Courtesy DTH