Posted:
01/04/2023
Black History Month
February marks the start of Black History Month — a month designated to celebrate and honor the countless contributions, achievements, and sacrifices the African American people have made to our country throughout history.
Events
We The People First Fridays Presents: Celebrating African-American History Month with Birds Flyin’ High
When: February 3, 2023
Where: The Ware Center
Cost: Free
This live performance is an ode to Nina Simone and her farewell tour. When challenge meets destiny, we learn about some of Nina’s peaks and valleys on her path to being one of the greatest performers and activists of our time.
Sanctuary Road
When: February 3 & 5, 2023
Where: Gardner Theatre at Lancaster Country Day School
Cost: $30
Sanctuary Road is an opera based on the writings of William Still, a conductor for the Underground Railroad, who helped almost 800 slaves escape to freedom and who meticulously and passionately documented many of their lives in his memoir, The Underground Railroad Records.
First Friday
When: February 3rd, 2023
Where: Esoarts @ 6pm
Cost: Free
Black Artist Waystation. Music, Poetry, and Spoken word.
One Night in Miami…
When: February 7th, 2023 @ 6pm
Where: Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse
Cost: $5- $50
In celebration of Black History Month, 6PM each Tuesday in February, Chris Ballentine in collaboration with Zoetropolis, we will present a curated film series. Night one of our Black History Month Film Series! In the aftermath of Cassius Clay’s defeat of Sonny Liston in 1964, the boxer meets with Malcolm X, Sam Cooke and Jim Brown to change the course of history in the segregated South. Special “Pay What You Want” price for tickets!
A Celebration of the Evolution of Black Music
When: February 11, 2023
Where: The Ware Center
Cost: $25
A dynamic local group featuring a five-piece band and eight vocal artists, Jeannette and T.H.E.M. will walk through the evolution of Black music starting with African drumming and going through the decades and timelines of various genres leading up to present day music.
Black History Month on Screen: Till & The Woman King
When: February 11th & 25th, 2023
Where: Lancaster Public Library
Cost: Free
Join us for a screening and discussion of two critically acclaimed films in honor of Black History Month. Introduction and discussion will be facilitated by the Lancaster Branch of the NAACP.
This program will take place INDOORS. Masks are no longer required inside the library. We encourage all staff members and visitors who wish to continue wearing masks to please do so. We expect all patrons to be respectful of others’ choices regarding mask-wearing. Register in advance.
Harriet
When: February 14th, 2023 @ 6pm
Where: Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse
Cost: $5-$50
Night two of our Black History Month Film Series! The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Special “Pay What You Want” price for tickets!
Moonlight
When: February 21th, 2023 @ 6pm
Where: Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse
Cost: $5-$50
Night 3 of our Black History Month Film Series! The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality. Special “Pay What You Want” ticket pricing!
Of Light and Legacy
When: February 2 - 24th, 2023
Where: The Ware Center
Cost: Free
Celebrate African American History Month with an exhibit of a variety of mediums from several local emerging artists. Some works will be part of an interactive hands-on exhibit.
Black History Month 2023: Celebrating Black Composers and Black Poets
When: February 25th, 2023
Where: New Creation United Methodist Church
Cost: Free
This program will educate and entertain people of all backgrounds about the rich contributions of Black composers and poets to American culture. Featuring student performers alongside professional musicians and poets, this family friendly program will delight people of all ages
U Street Media Presents: Room Of Rhyme
When: February 25th, 2023
Where: Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse
Cost: $25
Room of Rhyme is a place of artistic expression, emotion and poetry. On this night there will be live paintings done on stage while each spoken word artist performs their pieces. So what you’ll witness at the Room of Rhyme is a space where people can express themselves through, rhyme, rhythm and genius level talent. Art will be available to the public who attend as well.
Alice
When: February 28th, 2023 @ 6pm
Where: Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse
Cost: $5-$50
Alice spends her days enslaved on a rural Georgia plantation restlessly yearning for freedom. After a violent clash with plantation owner Paul, Alice flees through the neighboring woods and stumbles onto the unfamiliar sight of a highway, soon discovering the year is actually 1973.