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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD - PAGE 14


The Underground Railroad, a vast network of people who helped fugitive slaves escape to the North and to Canada, was not run by any single organization or person. Rather, it consisted of many individuals -- many whites but predominently black -- who knew only of the local efforts to aid fugitives and not of the overall operation. Still, it effectively moved hundreds of slaves northward each year -- according to one estimate, the South lost 100,000 slaves between 1810 and 1850.

Burlington County Historical Society Hosts 'Civil War Biographies' Panel
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 08, 2010

On January 28, there was a full-house at the Burlington County Historical Society to see 'The South Jersey Experience: Civil War Biographies,' the first of three panel discussions, hosted in three different New Jersey counties....


Theatrical Outfit Presents THE GREEN BOOK Aug 17- Sept 11
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2011

Theatrical Outfit launchs its 2011-2012 season with the World Premiere The Green Book by Atlanta writer Calvin Alexander Ramsey's, August 17 - September 11, 2011 at the Balzer Theatre at Herren's....


Ruth And The Green Book to Debut at Center for Puppetry Arts Thru 2/26
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2012

In February, the Center for Puppetry Arts brings to the stage an acclaimed story from local author Calvin Alexander Ramsey....


Photo Flash: Trustus Theatre Presents GEM OF THE OCEAN 2/10-3/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 25, 2012

Gem of the Ocean opens on the Trustus Main Stage on February 10 at 8:00pm, and runs through March 3rd, 2012....


Mandelstam Theater Hosts 'Fool's Paradise'
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2008

In an exclusive three day event at the Mandelstam Theatre of Performing Arts, The Jacksina Company presents 'Fool's Paradise' a new musical by Jim Camacho. ...


PBS Announces Programming Line-Up for 2012 'Black History Month'
by Caryn Robbins - December 08, 2011

PBS announced today an expansive slate of programs profiling the rich history, culture and contributions of African-Americans. The programs air as part of PBS' celebration of Black History Month, February 2012....


Sandy Brown's OH, YES SHE DID! Nominated for 2012 NAACP Theatre Award; Opens in LA and San Fran, 10/6 & 16
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012

HBO Actress/Comedienne & Producer/Playwright Sandy Brown's hit "Oh, Yes She Did!" is nominated for Best One-Person Show at 2012 NAACP Theatre Awards, and is launching weekly performances in both Los Angeles and San Francisco concurrently....


BWW Reviews: Kennedy Center’s THE MOSTLY TRUE ADVENTURES OF HOMER P. FIGG is Entertaining, Educational
by Jennifer Perry - November 19, 2012

Equally educational and entertaining, this Kennedy Center commission is as successful as it is thanks to the strong source material with a compelling plot, and the committed cast....


New York Historical Society Announces Exhibitions and Programs Listings for February
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2010

New York Historical Society Announces Exhibitions and Programs Listings for February....


Sandy Brown's OH, YES SHE DID! Nominated for 2012 NAACP Theatre Award; Opens in LA and San Fran, 10/6 & 16
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012

HBO Actress/Comedienne & Producer/Playwright Sandy Brown's hit "Oh, Yes She Did!" is nominated for Best One-Person Show at 2012 NAACP Theatre Awards, and is launching weekly performances in both Los Angeles and San Francisco concurrently....


American Opera Projects Receives NEA Grant
by Kelsey Denette - December 04, 2012

National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Rocco Landesman announced last week that AOP (American Opera Projects) is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. AOP is recommended for a $15,000 grant to support the creation, development and presentation of N...


Sandy Brown Relaunches 'Oh, Yes She Did!' at at Theatre-Theater
by Kelsey Denette - January 26, 2012

After 19-weeks running in 2011 in Los Angeles & Hollywood, actress/comedienne Sandy Brown (Hannah Montana, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Tyler Perry's House of Payne, Def Comedy Jam, Comics Unleashed) returns with her historical One-Woman show 'Oh, Yes She Did!', blazing the stage and 'breathing-to-life' p...


Sheldon Art Gallery Showcases Williams' Underground Railroad Photo Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010

William Earle Williams has been photographing Underground Railroad sites for more than 25 years. His photography career began while he was an undergraduate at Hamilton College, in Clinton, NY . In 2001, he discovered Hamilton's abolitionist history, and took a special interest in Underground Railroa...


Photo Flash: Sandy Brown Relaunches 'Oh, Yes She Did!' at at Theatre-Theater
by Kelsey Denette - January 28, 2012

After 19-weeks running in 2011 in Los Angeles & Hollywood, actress/comedienne Sandy Brown (Hannah Montana, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Tyler Perry's House of Payne, Def Comedy Jam, Comics Unleashed) returns with her historical One-Woman show 'Oh, Yes She Did!', blazing the stage and 'breathing-to-life' po...


Faith Ringgold Displays Quilts at ACA Galleries, 9/9-10/9
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2010

Faith Ringgold's new series of painted storyquilts Coming to Jones Road Part II will be on view at ACA Galleries from September 9 through October 9, 2010. Coming to Jones Road Part One depicted distant silhouetted images of slaves moving through beautiful landscapes to freedom on the Underground Ra...


Victoria Theatre Presents African American Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2010

Victoria Theatre Association is proud to present the KeyBank African-American Arts Festival, showcasing the depth and breadth of arts experiences emanating from the African-American community....


Theatrical Outfit Presents THE GREEN BOOK, Closes 9/11
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2011

Theatrical Outfit launchs its 2011-2012 season with the World Premiere The Green Book by Atlanta writer Calvin Alexander Ramsey's, August 17 - September 11, 2011 at the Balzer Theatre at Herren's....


Karen Jones Meadow's HARRIET's RETURN Ends Run at Intimate Octagon Stage, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2010

Underground Railroad conductor and American hero Harriet Tubman's life will be dramatized on the stage of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Karen Jones Meadow's inspiring one-woman show Harriet's Return: Based Upon the Legendary life of Harriett Tubman, February 5-28....


ACA Galleries Hosts Faith Ringgold & Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2010

ACA GAlleries will host the Faith Ringgold and Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson exhibitions from February 6 through March 20 . Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, February 6 from 2 to 5pm. The artists will be present....


Karen Jones Meadow's One-Woman Show HARRIET's RETURN Plays Intimate Octagon Stage, 2/5-2/28
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2010

Underground Railroad conductor and American hero Harriet Tubman's life will be dramatized on the stage of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Karen Jones Meadow's inspiring one-woman show Harriet's Return: Based Upon the Legendary life of Harriett Tubman, February 5-28....


Alabama Shakespeare Fest Announces Nine Play Season Of Comedy, Music & Drama
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2009

BB guns, a bull, the Bard and more will be featured in the Alabama Shakespeare Festival's nine-play season of comedy, music and provocative drama during the 2009-10 season....


Photo Flash: SteppingStone Presents HENRY'S FREEDOM BOX
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 18, 2010

Celebrate Black History Month with this exciting show inspired by the life of Henry 'Box' Brown....


Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy Presents Bialystoker the Beautiful 9/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 09, 2011

Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy Presents Bialystoker the Beautiful Tour...


Theatre At the Center's Theatre For Young Audiences Announces 2009-10 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 14, 2009

Theatre at the Center's Theatre for Young Audiences, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, recognized for bringing exciting, fun and educational productions, announces their 2009-2010 season....


Karen Jones Meadow's One-Woman Show HARRIET's RETURN Plays Intimate Octagon Stage, 2/5-2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2010

Underground Railroad conductor and American hero Harriet Tubman's life will be dramatized on the stage of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Karen Jones Meadow's inspiring one-woman show Harriet's Return: Based Upon the Legendary life of Harriett Tubman, February 5-28....






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