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Meier Foundation Presents: Art In Action Series
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About this event
Renee' Baker and the Chicago Modern Orchestra Project bring to life a dynamic mini-opera, celebrating the vibrant rhythms and soulful depth of Langston Hughes' blues and jazz poetry. Hughes, a literary giant and a voice of the Harlem Renaissance, infused his works with the beats of jazz and the blues, capturing the struggles, joys, and aspirations of Black life in America. This evocative performance is a rich tapestry of scintillating prose, masterfully interpreted by the powerful voices of Dee Alexander, Rae Myra Hilliard, and Taalib Ziyad. Prepare to be transported by a collage of music and words, where each note and lyric pulses with the spirit of Hughes' timeless artistry, echoing his profound legacy of cultural expression and resilience.