Celebrating African American Arts and Culture, First Friday February 3rd 2012 at Phoenix Space Park.
On first Friday, February 3rd, 2012, Civic Space Park Collaboration, Black Alliance for Just Immigration and Fair Trade Café proudly present Lift Every Voice: Black Art Showcase – First Friday at Civic Space Park. The evening will feature live musical performances, spoken word, drama, art, dance, and more to celebrate culture through art and giving voice to history, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. This free event will be held at Civic Space Park, 424 North Central Avenue, in the heart of downtown Phoenix.
This kick off to Black History Month will be hosted by actress Nikki Hicks, Zoni Award Nominee and National Urban Fellow. Live performances by Felix Anane and Angelique White – African drums, DJ Sese – hip hop, poet Miouo Nance, and jazz musician Sparkle Nesby. Artwork on display by Felicia Penza, Jesa Townsend, Floyd Galloway, Jalila Jones, Adam Strange, Richard Retter, Bob Martin, and Chip Thomas.
Local organizations and nonprofits will join us in commemorating America’s own black history.We have a blooming black arts culture in Phoenix, and this event reaffirms the richness of our work. With the participation of powerful artists, musicians, actors, performers, and speakers, this First Friday event explores the diversity and depth of black heritage.