Articles by

Valerie Nahmad

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    Fela & his “musical” inspiration

    Published March 6, 2012 by

    By Gregory Lucas-Myers, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History Hit Broadway, Tony Award-winning musical “Fela!” came through Detroit on February 17, 2012 to March 4, 2012. In conjunction, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History welcomed a new exhibit, “Moving to His Own Beat - Fela:...
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    Inside MOCA’s 15th anniversary

    Published March 5, 2012 by

    By Donna Fields, Museum of Contemporary Art The Museum of Contemporary Art’s 15th Anniversary Celebration attracted some of the biggest names in the art world. Leading collectors and arts patrons were joined by many of the renowned artists who are part of MOCA’s history, among them: Frank Stella, Tracey Emin,...
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    Miami Lyric Opera has a new Home at Gusman Arts Center

    Published March 5, 2012 by

    By Miami Lyric Opera Miami Lyric Opera begins its performances at Olympia Theater of Gusman Arts Center with Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor April 14-15. This important step is a milestone in providing accessible quality opera productions to our community. The cast includes:: Karin White, Jorge Pita, Oscar Martinez, Diego Baner,...
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    Macon Film Festival 2012

    Published March 2, 2012 by

    By Terrell Sandefur, Macon Film Festival “Sundance is thrilling, South by Southwest is rockin, Cannes is glamorous... but I still say that Macon Film Festival is one of the best experiences a filmmaker can have.” – Michael Dunaway, Paste Magazine [caption id="attachment_34226" align="aligncenter" width="600" caption="Actor Beth Grant (THE ARTIST, DONNIE...
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    The Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival – a collaborative event

    Published March 1, 2012 by

    By Jill Overacker, Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival The Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival is a two-week event featuring world-famous musicians and ensembles, alongside up-and-coming ensembles, and new in 2012, major collaborative works that benefit from a variety of artistic perspectives. Since its inception in 1993, The Great Lakes Chamber...