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Marching On: Celebrating the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In collaboration with Summerstage and Winter Jazzfest

Marching On: Celebrating The Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebrates Dr. King’s commitment to equity, freedom and peace for Black Americans and all people of this country and the world through performances. Featured artists include alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin; poet and organizer Mahogany Browne; vocalist and educator C. Anthony Bryant featuring Russell Hall and Nick Russo; actress and poet Linda Labeija; NAACP and OBIE-Award winning actor Ty Jones; R&B/soul singer Deva Mahal; R&B singer-songwriter Tarriona “Tank” Ball; and harpist Brandee Younger who was recently awarded Rising Star Harpist in Downbeat Magazine’s 2020 Critics Poll. The performance will be narrated by curator and multidisciplinary artist Niama Safia Sandy.

Earlier Event: November 1
The People Speak at UCLA
Later Event: April 11
Claiming Our Rights