Jali Nights at KANVAS Venue – Philadelphia, PA
Come out and enjoy some performances by a few talented storytellers and poets!
KOTC presents Jali Nights!
Come out and enjoy a few performances by a few talented storytellers and poets!
Jali’s play a crucial role in preserving history and culture by using their storytelling abilities to recount important historical events, genealogies, and societal values. Through their performances, they not only entertain but also educate listeners about their heritage and traditions.
Hosted by @iamfletc & @amirajennah
Food and vendors will be present!
Limited open mic!
What is BLACK Storytelling?
The distinction between Black Storytelling (in America) and other storytelling traditions, is that it was and is continually being forged, honed and shaped by the conditions that brought it forth.
Dr. Caroliese Frink Reed, PhD. (from The African Oral Traditions in SAYIN SOMETHIN edited by Linda Goss, Dylan Pritchett and Caroliese Frink Reed, NABS, 2006
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