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African-American Ancestry's Influence on Art

For our 10th anniversary, African Ancestry is exploring the African influence on various areas of African American life today. This month our focus is art. Our most personal and innate connections to Africa often happen in artistic ways that are…

Wednesday, 03 April 2013 18:05

Published in Life and Style
Written by Gina Paige, Special to The Informer

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Steve Harvey, the charismatic comedian-turned-multi-talented performer, author and TV show host./

'Steve Harvey' Basks in Daytime Success

The New York Times reports that since its September debut, the "Steve Harvey" talk show which airs weekdays on ABC, has been the surprise hit of daytime TV, averaging a rating of 0.9 among women ages 25 to 54. The show's…

Tuesday, 02 April 2013 18:54

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by WI Web Staff

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UniverSoul Circus Returns to D.C

Performances June 5-9 at RFK Stadium The UniverSoul Circus, known for its a unique and interactive shows filled with juggling, acrobats, dancing and many genres of music, returns to the District in the coming weeks to participate in the 151st…

Monday, 01 April 2013 16:23

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by WI Web Staff

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THEARC Celebrates Life of Donald Byrd

Come and celebrate the life and music of Dr. Donald Byrd at this spirited concert featuring The Blackbyrds with special guest Bobbi Humphrey. Two performances at 7pm and 9:30pm. Double Time Jazz at THEARC is proud to present Walking…

Thursday, 28 March 2013 18:02

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by WI Web Staff

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Pray for Those Who Spitefully Use, Persecute You

But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in…

Wednesday, 27 March 2013 17:36

Published in Religion
Written by Lyndia Grant

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Marvin Gaye Celebration Planned at Historic Howard Theatre

D.C. Celebrates Its Own Musical Legend "Mother, mother There's too many of you crying Brother, brother, brother, There's far too many of you dying You know we've got to find a way To bring some lovin' here today..." -What's Going…

Wednesday, 27 March 2013 15:39

Published in Life and Style
Written by Stacy M. Brown

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Soul Train Cruises Set to Sail

FAIRFAX, VA -- Last month's inaugural Soul Train Cruise lived up to the iconic television show's legacy as "the hippest trip," as the sold-out ship returned to port filled with ecstatic travelers calling the voyage "one of the best in…

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 14:30

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by WI Web Staff

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SOCIAL STUDIES: An Interview with Loose Ends Vocalist Jane Eugene

My only concern/complaint about Unsung, TV One's outstanding music documentary series about underappreciated artists, will, at some point, run out of artists to feature: Johnny Gill, yes but do we really consider Isaac Hayes "Unsung"? He has Golden Globe, Grammy,…

Thursday, 21 March 2013 16:39

Published in Life and Style
Written by John Richards (@jrichards202)

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Reesa Renee has an energy that introduces her before her words even have the chance to.

"Reelease" the Music

Every now and again the music industry gets blessed with a sound that doesn't sound like anything that anyone has ever heard before: the sound is unique and fresh, and it snatches your spirit from the second you push play.…

Thursday, 21 March 2013 16:11

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by Brittney Palmer

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"Ladies Swing the Blues" plays Thursdays through Sundays at MetroStage in Alexandria./

Back by Popular Demand, Indeed!

When hoopla is generated about a show, it can create expectations that result in a letdown or disappointment once it is witnessed. Well, I have witnessed the "back by popular demand" performance of "Ladies Swing the Blues: A…

Thursday, 21 March 2013 14:39

Published in Arts & Entertainment
Written by Michael Sainte-Andress, Special to The Informer

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