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Black is eternal
Black Is Eternal is an exploration of classic Black literature through dramatic performance and visualization. Written pieces including poetry, prose, and excerpts from books, plays, and movies are performed by local actors under the direction of Vincent Powell. Each day of Black History Month, a new video is posted to 7972 Films’ social media profiles. The goal of Black is Eternal is to communicate that our ancestors’ art, beauty, pain, tenacity, and love lives on in us and will continue to live on through future generations - it’s eternal.
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3/10/22
A special message from our visionary, @vincentpowell...
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store
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3/7/22
"Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou
OMG FAMILY!!! Are we really at the end of season two!? It is indeed the end, but fret not... there is more to come in the future. Stay tuned!
For our final performance, we present @thejasminereneethomas performing the Maya Angelou classic "Still I Rise".
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/7/22
"Black Boys Play the Classics" by Toi Derricotte
"Black Boys Play the Classics" by Toi Derricotte
Sending some extra love to our performance by @ronson_hawkins.
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/4/22
"Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou
We're at the end of the week...and sadly, nearing the end of the series. We can't thank y'all enough for all the support this year! Here's a little love to you and your Friday.
"Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou. Performed by @ty_spikes
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/7/22
"Summertime" performed by @greathouselive and @rlhproduction
Singing y'all to sleep on a Saturday night.
"Summertime" performed by @greathouselive and @rlhproduction
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/4/22
"All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks
STILL!!!!
We are not bound by a month, time frame, days of the week, etc. WE. ARE. ETERNAL.
Please Enjoy "All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks. Performed by @aineoriedahs . Introduced by Tabtricelee .
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/4/22
"Nina's Blues" by Cornelius Eady
No, no, no... we said ETERNAL! We're still going y'all!!! I know you're not tired of it yet! Check out the brilliant @imsirthomas reciting "Nina's Blues" by Cornelius Eady
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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3/1/22
"Miz Rosa Rides Da Bus" by Angela Jackson
Hey fam! Happy Monday!
@IAmEFree is bringing the Black History heat with her recitation of "Miz Rosa Rides Da Bus" by Angela Jackson. Please enjoy!
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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2/28/22
"Love after Love" by Derek Walcott
Anyone in need of some self love??
For our last Sunday performance, we have "Love after Love" by Derek Walcott
Performed by @greathouselive with an introduction by @wallamyth
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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2/28/22
"A Memory" by Saeed Jones
How did we get to the last weekend of the month so fast??!
For our last Saturday performance, we have "A Memory" by Saeed Jones
Performed by Marvin Young
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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2/24/22
"Harlem Shadows" by Claude McKay
Today's performance is brought to you by
@threemcdanie and @thewaitlosscoach.
Please enjoy
"Harlem Shadows"
@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is
proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at
blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_
@marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,
@iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,
@lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,
Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,
@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee
@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen
Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development:
@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass
@delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22
#activelyblack
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2/24/22
Excerpt From "Black-ish"
In honor of President’s Day, we revisit a monologue given by @anthonyanderson’s character, Dre, in the award-winning television series, “Black-ish”.
Performed by @chrisbowers
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/20/22
“Sorrow Home” by Margaret Walker
“Sorrow Home” by Margaret Walker
Today, we’re back with one of our favorites, @saucey.sean who’s returning for a second year. We know you’ll enjoy this piece. Make sure to share. Happy Sunday y’all!
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/20/22
Ego Tripping by Nikki Giovanni
Ego Tripping by @giovanni.nikki
Happy Saturday night fam!
Today’s recitation highlights the incomparable confidence of the Black woman. Whew! @iamtroicoleman you are GOLD!
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/20/22
"Who Taught You to Hate Yourself" by Malcolm X
It wouldn’t be a Black History celebration without honoring the words of our late brother, Malcolm X. Please enjoy “Who Taught You to Hate Yourself?” by Malcolm X
Performed by @curtisvon809
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/18/22
"Go Down Death" by James Weldon Johnson
“Go down Death” by James Weldon Johnson
Hey y’all!!
We are back with more #BlackHistory 🔥🔥. Please enjoy today’s performance brought to you by @vincentvictoria1428 and @iam_kaylinsmith
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/15/22
“Young Gifted and Black” by Lorraine Hansberry & "Let's Stay Together"
This excerpt from Lorraine Hansberry’s “Young Gifted and Black” is truly a cultural favorite and our amazing actors @dross__thapoet and @reynajanelle_ certainly did it justice.
Make sure to hang around for a special performance of “Let’s Stay Together” by our dear brother @deejaylowery.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/15/22
“A Negro Love Song” by Paul Laurence Dunbar & “My Funny Valentine”
This one is for all the lovers out there. Here’s our special ode to #blacklove on this here Valentine’s Day.
“A Negro Love Song” by Paul Laurence Dunbar Performed by @actoratwork88 and “My Funny Valentine” performed by @aineoriedahs.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#valentinesday #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/7/22
“The Creation” by James Weldon Johnson
“Creation” by James Weldon Johnson. Performed by @vincentpowell.
We have a special treat for you all!! Today’s performance is brought to you by our visionary and fearless leader. In James Weldon Johnson’s book of prose, "God’s Trombones", he gives the audience a vivid re-imagination of the first two chapters in the book of Genesis. Please enjoy!
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/12/22
"The Slave Auction" by Francis Ellen Watkins Harpers
Happy Saturday fam! We hope that you all are still with us! For today’s performance, we have “The Slave Auction” by Francis Ellen Watkins Harpers. Shoutout to our amazing intern, @Imthekee__ who gave us this recitation.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/12/22
A Brief Moment in History
A quick word from Vincent Powell as he is on location at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Museum.
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2/12/22
Excerpt from "Fences" by August Wilson
Excerpt from "Fences" by August Wilson
Today's performance shows the suppressed restlessness that black women often experience. In August Wilson’s iconic play, Rose voices how she’s too often let go of her own ambitions to see her family thrive.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/8/22
Excerpt from "Remember the Titans"- Denzel Washington
Excerpt from Remember the Titans Performed by @tjvoid
Today’s performance re-creates a riveting monologue from Denzel Washington’s character in Remember the Titans. A speech given to a group of stubborn young men in an attempt to change their opinion of each other. Please enjoy!
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/6/22
Black Is Eternal- Official Curriculum
This year, we're leveling up with Black Is Eternal and providing a curriculum to pair with our videos! If you're an educator and are interested in using the curriculum, please email us at knowthat@blackiseternal.com.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
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2/6/22
"Strange Fruit" by Billie Holiday
“Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday. Performed by @Its_CaitlinK.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
In @Its_CaitlinK’s performance, we bring recognition to one of the unfortunate realities of the Black experience. The lynching of Black people has been a part of American history since the 1800’s. Sadly it’s still being carried out to this day…sometimes even masked as suicide. Today we explore the lyrics of Billie Holiday’s Strange Fruit that serves as a vivid depiction of a ghastly lynching.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/5/22
“Boyz N Da Hood” by John Singleton
“Boyz N Da Hood” by John Singleton. Performed by @Dakarai3d
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
The late John Singleton had an uncanny ability to depict Black people in situations that allow the audience to delve into authentic expressions of the Black experience. In today’s piece, Furious Styles, portrayed by Laurence Fishburne, drops knowledge to a group of Black people about the plague of gentrification.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/4/22
“Diva” by TaKasha Francis
“Diva” by Takasha Francis. Performed by @ladivafrancois. Introduced by @blackglass.
@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.
Today’s piece is meant to fan the flame of femininity and encourage Black women to embrace the richness of their identity.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack
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2/3/22
"A Lesson Before Dying" by Ernest J. Gaines
“A Lesson Before Dying” by Ernest J. Gaines. Performed by Kelvin Douglas. Introduced by @wallamyth.
#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.
The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com.
The alchemy of mixing false accusation, untrue assumption, and overreaction more times than not has found black men unjustly behind bars, or worst killed unjustly. In today’s piece, a teacher has the burden of preparing his student to die with dignity though he did no wrong.
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
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2/2/22
“The Negro Mother” (1931) by Langston Hughes
We’re elated that you all are anticipating the series this month, and it’s just the beginning! Today’s episode of Black is Eternal speaks to every mother in our life who has ever sacrificed, encouraged, or inspired a generation. Be sure to share these pieces for #BlackHistoryMonth
“The Negro Mother” (1931) by Langston Hughes. Performed by @sierrathagreat
#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: @fatmattmusic
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
Merch available at blackiseternal.com
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2/1/22
"Ain't Misbehavin'" & Sidney Poitier's Words
Welcome to Black is Eternal, Vol. 2! BIE is an artistic celebration during Black History Month. Whether you’re a new or familiar face, we are going to have a blacktastic time exploring literature, music, film, and television all created and performed by black artists. Join us every day this month as we present a new creative piece to you.
A special thanks to this year's sponsor @activelyblack for believing in our vision!
To kick off the month, we have @shamekadwight singing “Ain’t Misbehavin’” and @twaynemays performing a piece by Sidney Poitier. Enjoy!
Director: @vincentpowell
Producer: @blackglass
DP/Colorist: @deantegray_
Editors: @andybalderas_, @marialuluchavez, @89kings
Sound Editor: @arlkaizen
Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv
Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film
Key Grips: @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix
Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight
Production Manager: @johnartbullock
Casting Director: @onimuhammad
Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul
Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, Jamarcus Glass, David & Michelle Powell
Transportation: Matthew Glass
Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm
Photo Editing: @brandon.rashad
HMU @palettesbypaige
PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis
Website: @mandijean
Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul
#blackhistorymonth #filmmaking creativity carter g woodson