Our Voices Project


Being Black in America
 shows an array of different thoughts and attitudes behind Blackness and what it means to everyone on a personal level by asking one central question, What does being Black in America mean to you? 

Being Black in America

Upcoming Screenings:

These are not your ordinary screenings. These are bridge-building, thought-provoking, and organizing events using film as a catalyst for change. Immediately following each screening, we'll hear from storytellers featured in the film, followed by a Q&A as well as community-engaged entrepreneurs, community leaders, and educators to participate as a collective in an action item of our choosing.

This event is free and open to the public. ASL Interpretation will be provided.


Friday, October 3 at 6:30pm at The Avenue Blackbox Theatre | Link

Saturday, October 4 at 2:30pm at The Avenue Blackbox Theatre | Link

Thursday, October 23 at 6:30pm at Legacy Drama House | Link

Saturday, November 8 at 2pm at Da Purp | Link

Saturday, November 15 at 2pm at Da Purp | Link

Thursday, December 11 at 6:30pm
at Legacy Drama House | Link  

Want to host a Being Black in America Screening? 

Our goal is to not only spark more of these conversations within the Black community, but to also implement action items that move us toward a more equitable society for Black Americans. Find out more about our screenings that aren't your typical movie screenings here.

PRODUCERS

Jackie McGriff
Courtney Shouse

DIRECTOR, DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY & EDITOR
Jackie McGriff

STARRING
Gabrielle Brannigan
Evelyn Holmes
Dr. Katrina Overby
Tiffany Porter
Taurus Savant
Kim Smith
Ann Marie St. Rose

​CAMERA OPERATORS 
Cocoa Rae David
Jackie McGriff

Shot on location at "Da Purp" Studio in Rochester, NY

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