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In celebration of Black History Month, we are pleased to welcome speakers from Syracuse University for a fascinating panel discussion, "Paris Noir: Literature, Art, and Contemporary Life".
Like a jazz composition, this event conveys variations and diverse interpretations of its theme: the literature, art and contemporary life of African Americans in Paris during the 20th century and today, and the impact of African American cultural presence on the Paris city scene.
The Speakers:
Janis Mayes
In addition to her position as associate professor of African American studies at Syracuse University, Mayes is a literary critic, literary translator, and Fulbright Scholar with extensive research and travel experience abroad. Her most recent books include A Rain of Words: A Bi-lingual Anthology of Women's Poetry in Francophone Africa (with Irene d'Almeida, editor) and The Blind Kingdom, translated from Le Royaume aveugle by Veronique Tadjo.
Kim Powell
An American artist and photographer who has lived and worked in Paris for the past 18 years, Powell has exhibited at UNESCO, the Logis Royal in Loches, Paris Photographique, and the Mona Bismarck Foundation.
6pm Reception
7-9 pm Presentation and Q&A
$10 for members, $15 for non-members; RSVP required
617.912.0400 |
