Category: Art
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All about Camille A. Brown, the first Black woman to direct and choreograph a Broadway show since Katherine Dunham in 1955. Explore her groundbreaking achievements, from her triumphant Broadway debut to pioneering work at the Metropolitan Opera.
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Rob “ProBlak” Gibbs, the pioneering Boston-based street artist and muralist commissioned to paint Dewey Square on the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Learn about his impactful community-driven art and acclaimed “Breathe Life” mural series.
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The establishment of Dance Theatre of Harlem, the first Black classical ballet company founded by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook in 1969. Discover how they shattered racial barriers and became a beacon for black dancers worldwide.
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Timothy Horton makes history as the first African American designer to collaborate with a professional hockey team. His GRIZZ GANG collection for the Utah Grizzlies celebrates Black History Month, highlighting the intersection of fashion and sports.
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The remarkable journey of Amsale Aberra, the first Black designer to participate in the CFDA and Bridal Council, whose minimalist aesthetic revolutionized modern American wedding dresses and paved the way for greater diversity and representation in the fashion…
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The incredible story of Mariya Moore-Russell, the first Black woman to be awarded a Michelin star. Follow her culinary journey from childhood roots to breaking barriers in the gastronomy world. Learn about her pivot towards entrepreneurship and the…
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The remarkable journey of Bernadine Anderson, Hollywood’s first Black female union makeup artist. Learn about her trailblazing career, the challenges she faced, and her enduring legacy as a pioneer in the entertainment industry.
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The remarkable story of Kitty Black Perkins, the visionary designer behind the first Black Barbie doll. Learn how she broke barriers, injected diversity into the iconic toy line, and inspired generations of young girls.
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How Mattel made history by creating Christie, the first Black doll, in 1968, paving the way for improved representation and diversity in the Barbie universe. Learn about the impact of Christie’s creation and the legacy it left in…
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Veronica Webb, the trailblazing African-American model who made history by signing an exclusive beauty contract with Revlon in 1992.
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