Ashé Cultural Arts Center Blog

"The Origin of Life on Earth: An African Creation Myth" Returns to the Stage

2011-11-25T15:39:00.001-06:00

The superb dance/theater performance of "The Origin of Life on Earth: An African Creation Myth" is back on stage. You are invited to join us on Friday, December 16, at 9:30 a.m.; Jefferson Performing Arts Society, East Jefferson High School Auditorium, 400 Phlox Avenue in Metairie. The artistry and movement will take you to another realm as you start at the beginning of time, and will weave

Umoja Committee & Ashé Cultural Arts Center Announce a Pre-Kwanzaa Workshop

2011-11-25T15:18:00.000-06:00

Get Ready New Orleans! The 12th Annual Holiday on the Boulevard is Coming

2011-11-23T17:34:00.000-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-23T17:23:00.000-06:00

Ashé Cultural Arts Center will be CLOSED Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25, 2011, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holidays. We will resume regular business activities on Monday, November 28, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. Have a safe and happy holiday.

Film Screening: We Still Live Here: Âs Nutayuneân

2011-11-17T00:33:00.000-06:00

Health Nutz Perform in Crowley

2011-11-17T00:13:00.002-06:00

CLICK THE LINK TO READ THE STORY.A health fair eventcoming to ‘Main Street’: CROWLEY - A health fair event is coming to Crowley’s Main Street; Parkerson Ave. The event will be held on November 19, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. “A fire prevention talk is on the schedule,” s...

NOVEMBER EVENTS AT ASHÉ

2011-11-09T15:23:00.000-06:00

EPNO AWARDS CEREMONY November 9, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans Free and Open to the Public Emerging Philanthropists of New Orleans (EPNO) is an initiative to engage the city's up-and-coming talent in philanthropy. Young leaders participate in a 6-month program, where they pool funds, collaborate on teams and allocate grants impacting

Make a Joyful Noise Gospel Festival AND Ecuadorian Festival; November 12, 2011

2011-10-27T11:46:00.000-05:00

Ritual Murder - Last Show Free and Open to the Public

2011-10-12T18:08:00.000-05:00

Crowley Goes NUTZ For Health

2011-10-12T17:45:00.000-05:00

The last two decades have produced study after study that have quantified the increasing morbidity and mortality rates in the African American community from chronic, treatable and avoidable illnesses, such as the unholy trinity of diabetes, hypertension and the attendant heart disease. Treatable cancers (breast, prostate, colon, lung) are flourishing, as early diagnosis opportunities are lost

Free Screening of "Rejoice and Shout" -- Includes footage of gospel legend Mahalia Jackson

2011-10-12T15:54:00.006-05:00

Ashé Announces its Fall 2011 Film Series

2011-09-12T00:02:00.000-05:00

Ritual Murder -- Back by Popular Demand

2011-09-09T00:20:00.003-05:00

presentsRitual MurderA ONE ACT PLAY DEALING WITH THE AGONIZING PROBLEM OF BLACK-ON-BLACK VIOLENCEWritten by Tom DentDirected by Chakula cha JuaPRESENTED BY ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTERFriday, October 7, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.at1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New OrleansPRESENTED BY CENTRAL CITY RENAISSANCE ALLIANCEOctober 15,

SEPTEMBER 2011 EVENTS AT ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

2011-09-02T14:58:00.004-05:00

Ashé Team and Friends Invited to Japan after the Tsunami

2011-08-25T15:33:00.000-05:00

Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award Reception

2011-08-05T12:31:00.000-05:00

August Events at Ashé Cultural Arts Center - Updates

2011-08-03T17:02:00.003-05:00

Bayou Classic Meet and Greet

2011-07-27T17:04:00.001-05:00

MERE EXPRESSIONS: A CONTEMPORARY DANCE CONCERT

2011-07-18T15:08:00.000-05:00

UNITED WORLD COLLEGES PRESENTATION, JULY 20 AT ASHÉ

2011-07-18T15:01:00.000-05:00

STORY CIRCLE RETURNS TO THE STAGE

2011-07-16T14:16:00.004-05:00

STORY CIRCLE Part touching, part tumultuous, Story Circle skillfully documents attempts to expose, discuss and heal the New Orleans racial divide. Friday & Saturday, July 15 and 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. Story Circle Live (audience participation)Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday, July 22 and 23, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.Sunday, July 24, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.

11th Annual Maafa - Coming Together for Healing Through Art and Culture

2011-06-16T12:40:00.002-05:00

COMING TOGETHER FOR HEALING THROUGH ART AND CULTURE NEW ORLEANS – Ashé Cultural Arts Center, in partnership with New Orleans Dance Festival-Tulane University and Kid’s Play NOLA, The Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University, New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), and the Old U.S. Mint, presents the 11th Annual Maafa Commemoration on Saturday, July 2, 2011, at 6:30 a.m., at Congo

JUNE 2011 EVENTS AT ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

2011-06-09T16:43:00.003-05:00

June 17, 2011, 5:00 p.m.FAVORITE FATHERS 2011 AWARDS CELEBRATIONAshé Cultural Arts Center | 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard(504) 569-9070Free and open to the public. Photos at 6:00 p.m.The New Orleans Fatherhood Consortium and Ashé Cultural Arts Center are proud co-sponsors of this year's Favorite Fathers of New Orleans 2011. A Reception and Recognition Ceremony will take place at Ashé

EARLY JUNE AT ASHÉ

2011-06-03T18:11:00.001-05:00

June 4, 2011, 3:00 p.m.KUUMBA INSTITUTE PARENT ORIENTATION & CULMINATING ACTIVITYAshé Cultural Arts Center | 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.Free and Open to the PublicKuumba Institute invites you to its culminating activity. Come out and see what the kids have been up to on Saturdays. You’ll be pleasantly surprised. In addition, parents of kids who are registered for the summer program should

ON STAGE: TRYING TO FIND MY WAY BACK HOME

2011-06-02T15:07:00.000-05:00

Junebug Productions, in partnership with Ashé Cultural Arts Center, brings to the stage: TRYING TO FIND MY WAY BACK HOME - (A Work in Progress) June 2 - 4, 2011, 8:00 p.m. – June 5, 2011, 3:00 p.m. matinee Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Suggested donation: $10 In “Trying to Find My Way Back Home," Junebug Jabbo Jones narrates the story of Po Tatum. We follow Po Tatum

Voices Not Forgotten; Wellness Luncheon Honoring Mothers; Sistah's

2011-05-24T17:24:00.001-05:00

SCHEDULING CHANGE Due to a transportation issue associated with the ongoing flooding,the seniors will only perform onFriday, May 27 at 10:00 a.m. Thursday's show has been cancelled. May 27, 2011, 10:00 a.m. VOICES NOT FORGOTTEN: OLD SCHOOL TO NEW SCHOOLAshé Cultural Arts Center | 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard(504) 569-9070Admission: $3The Central City Economic Opportunity Center seniors

Art Exhibit: Images of the Louisiana Wetlands--its Habitat, Wildlife, Marshes & Landscapes

2011-05-11T11:47:00.001-05:00

Freedom Riders of the 1960s "Finish the Ride" at Ashé

2011-05-03T19:03:00.000-05:00

Be a part of New Orleans Civil Rights History when surviving Freedom Riders arrive at Ashé Cultural Arts Center to "Finish The Ride." May 16, 2011, 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. DETAILS: Street Fest: 5:00 p.m. | 1700 block of Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Arrival and Reception: 6:00 p.m. | 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Screening of Film: 8:00 p.m. | 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free and Open to the

APRIL EVENTS AT ASHÉ

2011-03-31T17:17:00.000-05:00

M’BATLE SU - “GOING HOME”April 2, 2011 | 8:00 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center | (504) 569-9070 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. General Admission: $15 N’Kafu Traditional African Dance Company presents its 18th Annual Concert & Workshop Series and Conference. The conference, which runs from March 31 through April 3, 2011, features daily drum, dance and history classes to be held at 1520 North

March at Ashé

2011-03-23T17:12:00.001-05:00

OPEN CALL AUDITIONS FOR THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES March 25, 2011 | 7:00-10:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Auditions will be held for women interested in participating in V-Day's/Ashé Cultural Arts Center's production of The Vagina Monologues. The actual show takes place at Ashé on Saturday, April 16, 2011. Call Karel Sloane-Boekbinder at (504) 569-9070 or Dollie

OPEN CALL AUDITIONS FOR THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES

2011-03-16T14:38:00.001-05:00

WHAT: Open Call Auditions for THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, written by Eve Ensler A V-Day 2011 Campaign Event to Stop Violence Against Women and Girls WHEN: Friday, March 25, 2011 TIME: 7:00-10:00 p.m. LOCATION: Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans Seeking female actors and dancers, ages 18 and up. Any race. Sides will be provided. Rehearsals will start

SWIMMING UPSTREAM HITS THE ROAD AGAIN

2011-03-02T11:40:00.011-06:00

Baton Rouge Community College in partnership with V-Day and Ashé Cultural Arts Center, with support from Open Society Foundation, present the critically acclaimed play, SWIMMING UPSTREAM. The tour includes Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Santa Fe, New Mexico and Houston, Texas. Directed by Eve Ensler (The Vagina Monologues), the play features the original New Orleans cast: Troi Bechet, Asali DeVan

3RD ANNUAL DOUGLAS REDD SUMMIT

2011-03-02T10:04:00.000-06:00

The 3rd Annual Douglas Redd Cultural Summit will be held at the Ashé Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, March 12, 2011, from 9am to 2pm. The theme is HOW CULTURE CAN HEAL OUR CITY. The purpose of the Summit is to organize and recommit to the effort of using art and culture for positive change in New Orleans. The year’s Summit will include a health fair featuring massages from Blue Cliff College;

ASHÉ'S FEBRUARY 2011 EVENTS

2011-02-15T12:26:00.002-06:00

KUUMBA INSTITUTE’S SATURDAY PROGRAM 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Kuumba Institute’s Saturday Program for children ages 6 to 16 is in full swing! The institute is directed by Kesha McKey, with instructors that include professional dancers, actors, singers, poets, drummers, and other artisans. The program features drama, dance, spoken word,

THE ORIGIN OF LIFE ON EARTH IS BACK!

2011-01-18T17:37:00.002-06:00

February 15, 2011 6:30 p.m. Southern University at Baton Rouge Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union Cotillion Ballroom (on the campus) FREE February 25, 2011 Student Field Trip: 10:00 a.m. - $5 per student (by reservation) General Public: 7:30 p.m.: $15 advance; $20 at door Crowley Historic Rice Theater 425 N. Parkerson Avenue, Crowley, LA Approximate run time: 90 minutes. No intermission

The Dance Company of Middlebury Comes to Ashé Cultural Arts Center

2011-01-18T16:12:00.001-06:00

DANCE COMPANY OF MIDDLEBURY Performs Culture, Cash, and Community: To Have or Have Not Friday, January 28, 2011 8:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Advance Tickets: $10 general admission; students and seniors $5. At the door: $15 general admission; $7 students and seniors. PRELUDE TO THE PERFORMANCE FEATURES FREE MASTER & COMMUNITY CLASSES TAUGHT BY

Lift Every Voice & Sing Concert & Celebration of Civil Rights Leaders of the 60s

2011-01-07T18:14:00.003-06:00

Holiday on the Boulevard Peace Walk with 13 Moon Walk for Peace

2011-01-04T16:22:00.000-06:00

SISTAH'S MAKING A CHANGE HIATUS

2010-12-14T17:14:00.000-06:00

SISTAH'S MAKING A CHANGE Mondays and Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free & Open to the Public. Have fun while you flatten your tummy and tighten your butt! Now featuring ZUMBA on Thursdays! NO CLASSES Monday, December 20. Christmas Social for Sistah's Making a Change All classes are canceled until January 2011. Call (504) 569-9070 for

DIGGY SIMMONS, MR. TONY, KOURTNEY HEART, DJ BIGG CHEEZ

2010-12-14T17:09:00.000-06:00

DIGGY SIMMONS PERFORMS LIVE Sunday, December 19, 2010 Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 7:00 p.m. $20.00 general admission; $30.00 VIP Presale tickets are available at http://www.urbanorleans.com/. W.O.N. Entertainment + The Teen Movement Project present Diggy Simmons, performing live. Also, check out Mr. Tony ("It's Easy") and Kourtney Heart ("My Boy") at this all-ages hip-hop show. Sounds by DJ

HOLIDAY ON THE BOULEVARD ADDS PEACE WALK & FILM SHOWINGS

2010-12-03T18:02:00.000-06:00

HOLIDAY ON THE BOULEVARD Ashé Cultural Arts Center - 1712/1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd GoodWork Network - 1824 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. (504) 569-9070 or (504) 309-2073 FREE ADMISSION For the eleventh consecutive year, the Boulevard comes alive as Ashé Cultural Arts Center and GoodWork Network join with musicians, actors, merchants, and the community to create an amazingly entertaining

Thanksgiving Message

2010-11-23T16:01:00.002-06:00

BAMBOULA THROWS 16TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

2010-11-17T14:03:00.000-06:00

BAMBOULA 2000 CELEBRATES 16 YEARS Saturday, November 20, 2010 Epic Center 3220 General de Gaulle Drive., Algiers 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. $8.00 in advance; $10 at the door On Saturday, November 20, 2010, Bamboula 2000 will celebrate its 16th Anniversary at the Epic Center located 3220 General de Gaulle Drive in Algiers. The event is from 9 pm -1 am and features Bamboula 2000 in concert along with

FLATTEN YOU TUMMY AND GET RID OF THAT FLAB

2010-11-16T17:20:00.000-06:00

SISTAHS MAKING A CHANGE Mondays and Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free & Open to the Public. NO CLASSES ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Thursday, November 18. Dinner & Lecture at Windsor Court (Open only to those registered for the event). Monday, November 22. Thanksgiving Social. Thursday, November 25. Thanksgiving Day. Now featuring

"TODAY" A New Movie

2010-11-16T13:16:00.003-06:00

TODAY A New Movie by Naftali Beane Rutter Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans General admission only $5 TODAY is the only film of its kind, the true story of one day in the life of three families in New Orleans, after Hurricane Katrina. Stylistically bold, each scene shot with gripping intimacy, this film is about far

The Thirteen Lessons to Play at Crowley Historic Rice Theater

2010-10-21T13:51:00.003-05:00

The Cast of The Thirteen Lessons (Not in photo: Will Williams) The Thirteen Lessons Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. Crowley Historic Rice Theater 425 N. Parkerson Avenue; Crowley, LA Advance tickets: $15; at the door, $20. General admission only. Crowley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Cultural & Creative Arts, Inc., Project Director Dollie Eaglin-Monroe

Dance for Life!

2010-10-21T13:40:00.001-05:00

CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE. Sunday, November 7, 2010 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. NOCCA 2800 Chartres Street Free workshops in Kemetic Yoga, New Orleans folk, Haitian, West African, Brazilian samba and much more. Learn from some of the best teachers New Orleans has to offer. Pre-register today at www.nfungotah.com. For more information, call (646) 504-HEAL (4325).

4th Annual LadyFest New Orleans

2010-10-21T13:30:00.000-05:00

Sunday, November 7, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free and Open to the Public Ladyfest is a non-profit, spoken word, film, and arts festival organized by local women of all identities to showcase, celebrate and encourage the music, poetry, art and activism of women in New Orleans and to benefit local organizations that support women. At the annual

Make a Joyful Noise Gospel and Arts Festival & Main Street Marketplace

2010-10-21T13:21:00.000-05:00

Saturday, November 6, 2010 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free and Open to the Public Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard MAIN STREET, in partnership with Ashé Cultural Arts Center and Café Reconcile, presents the 4th Annual gospel and Arts Festival and Main Street Marketplace featuring live music and a block party. Come out and see Jo “Cool” Davis,

DOVIA New Orleans Quarterly Meeting

2010-10-21T13:16:00.003-05:00

Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at noon Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Open to DOVIA members. Visitors $10 Allison Plyer and Laura Crochet will address the topic, Data: Collection and Use. DOVIA New Orleans is a professional association/networking group for directors and program coordinators of volunteer programs in the Metro New Orleans area. We meet on a quarterly

Third Annual Meet Our Raingardens

2010-10-21T13:12:00.000-05:00

Friday, October 22, 2010 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. 1712 & 1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Free and Open to the Public 6:00 p.m., Workshop at Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Followed by Raingardens Tour of gardens along Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Cocktails and Live Music at Casa Borrega, 1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Groundwork New Orleans invites you to

Ashe' Cultural Arts Center comes to the Rescue for Local Playwright

2010-09-16T11:30:00.003-05:00

Ashé Cultural Arts Center comes to the rescue for New Orleans playwright, Pamela Davis-Noland (Keen-Amity Publishing & Entertainment) as she experienced creative censorship for her controversial play depicting a modern may Jesus who is portrayed by an African-American male. Earlier this summer, the play was cancelled and the tour shut down in an East Texas town. Ashé has offered the playwright a

José Torres-Tama Returns with ALIENS--Performances and Black & Brown Alliance Panel

2010-09-11T22:00:00.001-05:00

ALIENS Immigrants and Other Evildoers Performances September 16-19, 2010 @ 8 PM Ashé Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, (504) 569-9070 The Shadowbox Theatre Performances September 23-26, Sept. 30 - Oct. 3 & Oct. 7-10, 2010 @ 8 PM 2400 St. Claude Avenue, New Orleans A Sci-fi Latino Noir Multimedia Solo by award-winning performance artist José Torres-Tama that

Thank You for Helping to Make Swimming Upstream a Success

2010-09-11T21:48:00.000-05:00

The Cast of Swimming Upstream We wanted a New Orleans style send-off to the Apollo and we got it. The audience became part of the magic of the evening as they amened, applauded, laughed, cried with us through the evening's show. We went through it together those on stage and those in the audience.much as we have the disaster and the recovery. We sang a love song to the spirit of New Orleans

Tony Award Winner LaChanze Joins the Cast of Swimming Upstream

2010-09-06T23:05:00.000-05:00

On September 10, 2010, at 8 p.m., Swimming Upstream hits the stage at Mahalia Jackson Theater, 801 N. Rampart Street in New Orleans for one night only. The show will travel from the Big Easy to the Big Apple on September 13, for a one-nighter at The Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. We are very excited to announce that actor/singer/dancer/author LaChanze has joined the cast. Sure to ignite

SWIMMING UPSTREAM! From the Big Easy to the Big Apple

2010-08-14T17:18:00.003-05:00

CLICK THIS IMAGE TO ENLARGE SWIMMING UPSTREAM IS BACK, FOR ONE SHOW ONLY, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF HURRICANE KATRINA AND THE LEVEE BREACHES. V-Day, Ashé Cultural Arts Center, Women Donors Network, and Culture Project want you to help us “take it to the streets”--the message, that is. Use Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, E-Blasts, Word of Mouth, Websites, Newsletters, whatever

THOSE WHO FELL THROUGH THE CRACKS – 5 YEARS AFTER THE STORM

2010-08-14T17:07:00.000-05:00

This mobile photography exhibit is displayed inside and outside of a huge truck traveling through Houston and New Orleans. It is scheduled to be in the Crescent City from August 26 through September 3, 2010, kicking off at Ashé Cultural Arts Center. The exhibit is coordinated by Stanley Greene & Kadir van Lohuizen I NOOR HURRICANE KATRINA Number of Hurricane Katrina deaths caused by the storm

Voices Not Forgotten: Firsts

2010-08-14T16:56:00.000-05:00

The New Orleans Council on Aging and Ashé Cultural Arts Center present VOICES NOT FORGOTTEN: FIRSTS featuring The Movers and Groovers of the Central City EOC and the work of Kesha McKey, John Grimsley, Giselle Nakhid-Deal, Calviana Coleman and Karel Sloane-Boekbinder. The shows will take place at Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., Wednesday, August 25 and Thursday, August

Chakula Cha Jua Theater Company Returns with Ritual Murder

2010-07-26T01:13:00.001-05:00

Ritual Murder: A one act play dealing with the agonizing problem of black-on-black violence WHO: Chakula cha Jua Theater Company WHAT: RITUAL MURDER, written by Tom Dent and directed by Chakula cha Jua. WHEN: July 30, 31, and Aug. 1, 6, 7 and 8…Fridays and Saturdays at 8:pm, with a Sunday Matinee at 3:pm. WHERE: Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans COST:

CALL FOR DANCERS AND ACTORS

2010-07-18T22:00:00.001-05:00

Ashé Cultural Arts Center will hold Open Call Auditions for actors and dancers on July 25, 2010 from 3:30-7:00 p.m. at its center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard. ACTORS NEEDED FOR THE PRODUCTIONS: Male and Female African American Actors ages 20-70, Male and Female Caucasian Actors ages 20-70, Male and Female Latino Actors ages 20-25, Male Asian Actors ages 15-25. Sides will be provided.

African Ancestry, Inc. Kicks Off 14-City Tour at Ashé Cultural Arts Center

2010-07-18T17:38:00.001-05:00

AFRICAN ANCESTRY, INC. in partnership with ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER invites you to the AfricanAncestry.com Kickoff Event for its 14-CITY "We Are Africa" 2010 Road Tour--New Orleans to New England. The event takes place at Ashé Cultural Arts Center on August 1, 2010, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Gina Paige, president of African Ancestry, Inc., will give a special presentation. New Orleans' own Hal Clark of

A COMMUNITY SINGS WITH MICHAELA HARRISON

2010-07-13T21:39:00.000-05:00

July 29, 2010 Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 6:00 p.m. FREE You are invited to sing your heart out at this sing-along. Led by songbird Michaela Harrison, you will take a walk down memory lane with some old time favorites. You are also invited to send your special requests and lyrics to Michaela at piscesluvpwr@yahoo.com so that others can join in on the songs you love to sing. We're always

OPEN AUDITIONS FOR ACTORS AND DANCERS

2010-07-13T21:36:00.000-05:00

Looking for Dancers and Actors for Award Winning Theatrical Productions Produced by Ashé Cultural Arts Center. WHAT: Open Call Auditions WHEN: July 25, 2010 TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Ashé Cultural Arts Center NEEDED: Experienced Male and Female Dancers, 20 years old and over and Male and Female Actors ACTORS: Sides will be provided DANCERS: Looking for dancers that have training

New Orleans CeaseFire

2010-07-13T21:29:00.000-05:00

July 14, 2010 Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 6:00 p.m. The CeaseFire method has achieved 41-73% drops in shootings and killings. Join us to learn about the CeaseFire method. Call (504) 558-9944 for more information

The Tenth Annual Maafa Commemoration

2010-06-13T09:59:00.000-05:00

Locals and Essence Music Festival visitors are invited to join Ashé Cultural Arts Center and its sponsors in commemorating the Tenth Annual Maafa in New Orleans. At sunrise on Saturday, July 3, 2010, hundreds of people attired in white clothing will gather in Congo Square at Louis Armstrong Park to honor African ancestors who died during the Middle Passage—a period that brought millions of

HOT JUNE EVENTS

2010-05-31T16:51:00.001-05:00

KUUMBA INSTITUTE June 14-July 23, 2010 – 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Kuumba Institute’s Summer Program for children ages 6 to 16 starts June 14, 2010. The institute is directed by Kesha McKey, with instructors that include professional dancers, actors, singers, poets, drummers, and other artisans. The 6-week program features drama, dance,

Responsible Fatherhood Community Gathering

2010-05-19T13:39:00.000-05:00

You are invited to join the New Orleans Fatherhood Consortium in the release of the Fathers, Family Community Policy Brief Series. Thursday, June 3, 2010 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Includes lunch. For more information, call Dorothy Bickham at (504) 864-7077.

GO YE THEREFORE...

2010-05-18T13:54:00.000-05:00

GO YE THEREFORE… 5168 St. Roch Avenue (Corner or Dreux Avenue in Gentilly) May 14-June 6, 2010 – Thursdays through Sundays at 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $20 – Reservations required. Call (504) 826-7783 or write boxoffice@artspotproductions.org For more information visit: www.artspotproductions.org ________________________________ About the Performance Sunday is the most segregated day

Global Green’s BUILD IT BACK GREEN Healthy Green Home Series: Water Efficiency and Moisture Management – The Second of a Five Part Series

2010-05-14T18:54:00.000-05:00

This workshop will focus on how to conserve water and save on utility bills by installing water efficient appliances, faucets and showerheads. This workshop will also tackle moisture control. Humidity in your home will make you uncomfortable. How do you control it? Speakers will give expert advice on how to vent humidity out of your house and keep moisture levels low. Last but not least,

IVAN B. WATKINS' RED + BLACK = MAROON

2010-05-14T18:39:00.003-05:00

Red + Black = MaroonTuesday, May 18, 20106:00 - 7:00 p.m.Free Admission - Refreshments Served--------------------------------------------Ivan B. Watkins is an internationally recognized artist, filmmaker, and ethno-historian, born and raised in New Orleans. He is a graduate of NOCCA, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (BFA) and University of Chicago (MA-Social Science) and is completing a

ALIENS, IMMIGRANTS & OTHER EVILDOERS

2010-04-29T19:33:00.000-05:00

ALIENS, IMMIGRANTS & OTHER EVILDOERS performed by José Torres-Tama Work-in-progress Performances at Ashé Cultural Arts Center May 13-15, 2010 WHEN & WHERE: May 13-15, 2010 @ 8PM - $5 at the door Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. in New Orleans Call (504) 569-9070 for more information. New Orleans multidisciplinary visual and performance artist José Torres-Tama has

'VOICES NOT FORGOTTEN: FIRSTS"

2010-04-29T18:53:00.005-05:00

WHAT: Voices Not Forgotten: FirstsWHEN: Sunday, May 16, 2010TIME: 5:00 p.m.WHERE: Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.COST: $5 General Admission; $3 for Students and SeniorsVoices Not Forgotten: Firsts explores life before and after segregation, the voting experience for African Americans in the 40s and 50s, and dances the elders first learned how to do. Voices:

SIDE BY SIDE MEETING SCHEDULED

2010-04-16T18:40:00.007-05:00

A Side By Side meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 4, 2010; 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. THE PROGRAMThe Side By Side Program began in 2006, to help New Orleans creative artists in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. This August marks five years since the devastation of Katrina. This is a good time to check in to see how the recovery is going.

RED + BLACK = MAROON

2010-04-16T18:36:00.003-05:00

RED + BLACK = MAROONA Multimedia Presentation & Exhibit by Ivan B. WatkinsWednesday, April 28, 2010 - 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.Refreshments will be served.

THIS PEN IS RED

2010-04-14T15:45:00.003-05:00

Junebug Productions PresentsTHIS PEN IS REDA Free Southern Theater Institute Original ProductionThursday, April 15, 2010Friday, April 16, 2010Saturday, April 17, 2010Ashé Cultural Arts Center1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.TICKETS: $7.00 ($5 students/seniors/artists) - Available at the DoorConceived, Written and Performed byChelsea Bolds, Donna Crump, Lauren Elliott, Benjamin-David Legrand, Estilla

Reception for Visual Artist Wangechi Mutu at Ashé

2010-04-06T16:51:00.007-05:00

Ashé Cultural Arts Center, Xavier University's Community Arts Program, and the New Orleans Women Artist's Collective invite you to a reception for Kenyan Artist Wangechi Mutu. The event takes place on Friday, April 9, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at Ashé Cultural Arts Center. The work of Kenyan born, New York-based artist Wangechi Mutu offers a visceral response to her critiques of gender, culture and mass

ALIENS, IMMIGRANTS & OTHER EVILDOERS

2010-04-01T02:03:00.004-05:00

April 7, 2010Ashé Cultural Arts Center1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New OrleansFREEJosé Torres-Tama Receives 2010 NPN Creation Fund Awardfor the Commission of a New Performance CalledALIENS, IMMIGRANTS & OTHER EVILDOERSWHAT: 2010 NPN Creation Fund Award of $12,000 for ALIENSWHEN & WHERE: Research & Performances begin March – April in the three Commissioning Theatres: MECA in Houston, the

APRIL 2010 EVENTS AT ASHÉ

2010-04-01T01:57:00.004-05:00

SISTAH'S MAKING A CHANGEMondays and Thursdays 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. - FREEGet fit with the “sistahs” as you exercise and dance your way to wellness. A nutritious meal is served after each class. Free classes are held every Monday and Thursday. Donations are welcomed. Call (504) 569-9070.HOME New Orleans? Focus GroupApril 7, 2010Ashé Cultural

N'Kafu Traditional African Dance Company Presents its Annual Concert

2010-03-24T16:45:00.001-05:00

N’Kafu Traditional African Dance Company presents N’Tarra - “The Story of Brothers”Acknowledging the Hardships and Celebrating the Strengths of our Black MenSaturday, March 27, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. – New OrleansFeaturing Master Artists:Uche OminiyiMamady SanoFodé CamaraMouminatou CamaraIshmael BangouraMusa SuttonTheo JamesonAdmission is only

V-DAY NEW ORLEANS/ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER JOINS GLOBAL EFFORT TO STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS

2010-03-22T16:50:00.005-05:00

This is a V-Day 2010 Campaign Event to Stop Violence Against Women and Girls. Join us as we unite to fight violence against women and girls. Eve Ensler (author of the Vagina Monologues) brings to the stage inspirational words from the experiences of young girls and women around the world. Ashé Cultural Arts Center is proud to partner with VDAY to present these theatrical works of art.BENEFIT

2nd Annual Douglas Redd Summit To Be Held

2010-03-22T16:39:00.003-05:00

(New Orleans, LA) Inspired by the legacy of iconic visual artist, Douglas Redd, who died last year, local cultural workers have sent out a call to African-American artists in all disciplines to gather.The Second Annual Douglas Redd Summit will be held on Saturday, March 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the cafeteria of Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO), 6400 Press Drive.

February Events at Ashé Cultural Arts Center

2010-02-11T14:13:00.006-06:00

KUUMBA INSTITUTESaturday, February 6, 20, 27, 2010 – 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CLOSED SAT., FEB. 13Ashé Cultural Arts Center1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.Kuumba Institute Winter Saturday Program for children ages 6 to 16. The institute is directed by Kesha McKey, with instructors that include professional dancers, actors, singers, poets, drummers, and other artisans. The 12

AMERIVILLE by Universes - Coming Soon!

2010-02-10T17:01:00.003-06:00

Southern Rep Partners with Ashé Cultural Arts Center, Junebug Productions, and Tulane University for the Regional Premiere of Ameriville.New Orleans — Southern Rep, Junebug Productions, Ashé Cultural Arts Center, and Tulane University Department of Theatre and Dance present AMERIVILLE by Universes, which runs February 24 – March 7, 2010. Opening night is Wednesday, February 24th. Performances

ESSENCE FORUM: Spirit of Service, Road to Recovery

2010-01-31T20:35:00.002-06:00

"RED BEANS AND RICELY YOURS"

2010-01-15T15:39:00.002-06:00

MONA LISA SALOY - BOOK SIGNINGSaturday, January 16, 201012:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Ashe Cultural Arts Center1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard; NOLA Mona Lisa Saloy will sign her book entitled "Red Beans and Ricely Yours." "These narrative poems tell the day-to-day lives of Black New Orleans and the rare magic in the culture. Vibrant with local history and color, these poems have a Black

FAMILY KWANZAA CELEBRATION

2009-12-30T09:53:00.002-06:00

Join the Kuumba Institute for its Family Kwanzaa Celebration!Thursday, December 31, 20092:00 - 3:00 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.Kuumba Institute students will creatively share Kwanzaa values and principles that they have learned, celebrated, and practiced.Call (504) 569-9070 for more information.

Holiday Discounts at Diaspora International Boutique

2009-12-21T17:28:00.008-06:00

Squelch your holiday shopping woes! Purchase your holiday gifts at Disapora International Boutique, located inside Ashé Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans (between Felicity and Euterpe Streets - across from Café Reconcile.

ARTIST FRANK KELLEY JR. COMES TO NEW ORLEANS

2009-12-11T15:12:00.009-06:00

ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NATIONAL PERFORMANCE NETWORK (NPN),PRESENTSVISUAL ARTIST FRANK KELLEY JR.Audubon Charter Middle School Residency719 S. Carrollton Avenue – New OrleansJanuary 11-15, 20103:15-4:45 p.m. dailyART SHOWINGSASHÉ Cultural Arts Center1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New OrleansJanuary 16, 2010Children’s Art ShowStudent artists - grades 4-84:00 p.m.Frank

SISTAHS MAKING A CHANGE SCHEDULE

2009-12-10T16:45:00.002-06:00

DECEMBER 2009 AT ASHÉ / KWANZAA CELEBRATIONS

2009-12-10T14:17:00.016-06:00

Young Audiences - Showcase of Local Student TalentDecember 16, 2009Ashé Cultural Arts Center - 7:00 p.m.FREEOver 100 students from five local schools have been selected to perform at the first Young Audiences Winter Spotlight to be held Wednesday, December 16, at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashé Cultural Arts Center. The performance is free and open to the public, but seating is limited.The one-night event

YA - Showcase of Local Student Talent

2009-12-07T15:53:00.008-06:00

YOUNG AUDIENCES HOSTS A SHOWCASE OF LOCAL STUDENT TALENT AT THE ASHÉ CULTURAL CENTERDecember 16, 2009 @ 7:00 PMOver 100 students from five local schools have been selected to perform at the first Young Audiences Winter Spotlight to be held Wednesday, December 16th at 7:00 PM at the Ashé Cultural Center. The performance is free and open to the public, but seating is limited."We realize the

Students at the Center (SAC) Book Signing

2009-11-29T18:31:00.003-06:00

Men We Love, Men We HateDecember 1, 2009Ashé Cultural Arts Center at 6:30 p.m.Students at the Center (SAC)--writings from Douglass, McDonogh 35, and McMain high schools in New Orleans. The book is an anthology on the topic of men and relationships with men.SAC is an independent program that works within public schools in New Orleans. Students participate through English, elective writing and

NEW ACTS ADDED - Tenth Annual Holiday on the Boulevard!

2009-11-23T13:08:00.026-06:00

WHEN: December 5, 2009 – 11:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m. andDecember 6, 2009 – 1:00–8:30 p.m.WHERE: Ashé Cultural Arts Center - 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. andGoodWork Network - 1824 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.COST: FREE ADMISSIONCONCERT: Tommy the Clown and His Krump Dancers from the Movie “Rize”Gen. Admission for concert only - $10; VIP Seating $20-$25.Tickets are available by visiting http://

Join Us for the Screening of Tambores de Agua

2009-11-12T23:16:00.005-06:00

Jorge Guerrero Veloz, Consul General Consulate of Venezuela in New Orleansinvites you to a screening of the documentary Tambores de Agua(Video in Spanish with English Subtitles) Come out and enjoy the water drummers while you take a look at a piece of Venezuelan culture.Saturday, November 21, 20091:00 - 3:00 p.m.Ashé Cultural Arts Center's Kuumba Institute1712 Oretha Castle Haley BoulevardNew

It's Happening At Ashé Cultural Arts Center

2009-11-04T15:34:00.003-06:00