The dynamic and twice Grammy nominated Imani Winds have led a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet through their dynamic playing, dedication to new works from composers of color, imaginative collaborations, and programming concerts that speak to contemporary social justice issues.
Imani Winds joins us to close LitFest 2022 by performing an all new lineup of works inspired by and interweaving dynamic pieces of poetry.
Few of a Kind and Muslim Women's Association of Pittsburgh
Imam Abdul Aziz Suraqah (Imam of MCCGP in Monroeville PA) will discuss his books and how he combines traditional exegesis with spiritual contemplation.
“Music is at the heart of everything,” says Fatoumata Diawara, known as “Fatou.” Acclaimed actress of film and theater and a celebrated singer, songwriter, and activist for peace in Mali, Fatou will be performing her sweet smoky rhythms that originated from a homeland she escaped but one in which her art still resides. The moral authority of music is difficult to overstate socially, culturally, or politically in Mali, a West African nation ranked among the world’s poorest yet home to some of the richest musical traditions in the world.
Book reading and discussion with author Haroon Moghul.
Moghul was thrust into the spotlight after 9/11, becoming an undergraduate leader at New York University’s Islamic Center forced into appearances everywhere: on TV, before interfaith audiences, in print. Moghul was becoming a prominent voice for American Muslims even as he struggled with his relationship to Islam. In high school he was barely a believer and entirely convinced he was going to hell. He sometimes drank. He didn’t pray regularly. All he wanted was a girlfriend.
Global Studies, Pitt's Year of Diversity, Theatre Arts, Classics Departments University of Pittsburgh
Reading of Selections from Trojan Women by Euripides, followed by community discussion facilitated by Cynthia Croot with Jacques Bromberg
Posvar Hall, room 4130
Evening reception to follow
Global Studies, Pitt's Year of Diversity, Theatre Arts, Classics Departments University of Pittsburgh
Monday, March 27 - World Theatre Day
6PM / Reading of Oh My Sweet Land by Amir Nizar Zuabi, performed by Lameece Issaq, Founding Director of Noor Theatre, dedicated to the work of theatre artists of Middle Eastern decent, followed by discussion facilitated by Cynthia Croot
Cathedral of Learning, room 602
Evening reception
• Meet the Composer at an ART SONG RECITAL
January 18 • 2:00 PM • Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters
Our Resident Artists perform art songs by John Alden Carpenter, Libby Larson, and Mohammed Fairouz. Q& A with Mr. Fairouz after the recital. FRIENDS of Pittsburgh Opera are your hosts at the reception afterward. Admission is $5, or free to members of FRIENDS of Pittsburgh Opera and donors at $50+.
In this new piece, Casablanca-based choreographer and dancer Hind Benali explores her personal past and African roots while addressing the culture, history, and gender politics of Morocco. Rich in images and movement, Benali’s new work reflects the complexities of Moroccan life.
Casablanca-based choreographer and dancer Hind Benali explores her personal past and African roots while addressing the culture, history, and gender politics of Morocco. Rich in images and movement, Benali’s new work reflects the complexities of Moroccan life.
