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PBS Newshour features Detroit Institute of Arts’ exhibit that  chronicles rich history of independent Black cinema

Many Detroiters are familiar with the great works of art that can be found on display at the DIA. Now, art-lovers everywhere can get a brief glance into one of the Detroit Institute of Arts’ newest exhibits thanks to a segment from PBS Newshour as part of arts and culture series ‘Canvas.’ Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898 – 1971 honors the legacy of African American filmmakers and actors from the dawn of cinema, through the golden age, and into the aftermath of the Civil Rights Movement.

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Gear up for the 62nd Ann Arbor Film Festival, showcasing films from around the world

The 62nd Ann Arbor Film Festival is quickly approaching. This year’s submissions included 2,971 films from 92 countries across six continents. Each year, submissions are reviewed by over 60 festival screeners who select over 100 shorts and features for the awards competition portion of the festival. Don’t miss out on your chance to see some incredible filmmaking talent from across the globe.

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From being the first Black member of the United States Army Chorus to winning a GRAMMY Award, George Shirley’s career has been long and remarkable. He sits down for a one-on-one conversation with 90.9 WRCJ contributor Cecelia Sharpe.

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Discover cool artists and events in greater Detroit with Detroit Performs.
The Library of Congress awards its Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Weekly art and design talks: Gathering community around creative minds.
Watch rock history being made as Elvis performs some of the best music of his life.
The world of classical performing arts is brought to the comfort of your living room.
Independent Lens is America’s home for independent documentary film.

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