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In Spirit of my ancestors, the reality of this world
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Feb 8 to March 2nd, 2008

Steppingstone Theatre's
Almost to Freedom

An adaptation by Kim Hines
Choreography by Ellena Schoop
More information A treat for the entire family.

April 3 - 6, 2008 and
April 10 - 13 2008

When We Look is an interdisciplinary theatrical presentation that highlights the plight of women who, because of war or civil strife, face challenges that test their physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being. The cornerstones of the presentation are real stories of remarkable women who, against all odds, have moved from victim to survivor to community leader. For More Information

April 28, 29, 2008

Pillsbury House: Chicago Avenue Project
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May 1 to May 4, 2008

Givens Black Writers Collaborative Retreat. A retreat for emerging and established black writers who are at a critical juncture in their artistic development.

Where: The Dwelling in the Woods, McGrath, MN For Application and more information Mentoring Writers will be Amiri Baraka and J. Otis Powell.

June 2008
Current and ongoing through June 2008

Teaching traditional West African Dance classes and residencies as well as Playwright workshop throughout the Twin Cities.

July 17 - 19 2008

Momentum New Dance Works More Information A Southern Theater and Walker Art Center co-commission

For more details check out link Featuring choreography by
Chris Schlichting, Maia Maiden with Ellena A. Schoop, Eddie Oroyan and Anna Marie Shogren.