Summary
The seven principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (Unity), Kuji-chagulia (Self-determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith). Those principles will be illuminated in a three-part performance by Forces of Nature. First, there is "Terrestrial Wounds," which [Abdel Salaam] describes as a ballet about the regeneration of the oceans, rivers, lakes and seas. Then there is "Cultural Seas," which focuses on a dialogue between an African and an African American about a multitude of issues including political awareness, racism, hair and code of dress. The final piece is an interactive one. It's called the "Right of Building a Nation." During that piece, elders and young people (who will be selected from the community by organizers beforehand) will literally build together using models to construct a city. Past participants have included a wide range of people from local small business owners, high school students, author and former Essence editor Susan Taylor, the late Adolph Caesar and others.
In 1966, Dr. Maulana Karenga established the seven principles of Kwanzaa - an African American and Pan African holiday - and on December 27, the Apollo Theater will host its third annual Kwanzaa celebration for the whole family to engage in Dr. Karenga's vision.See the full content of this document
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Kwanzaa Celebration at the Apollo
In 1966, Dr. Maulana Karenga established the seven principles of Kwanzaa - an African American and Pan African holiday - and on December 27, the Apollo Theater will host its thir...
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