Wanda's Picks Radio Show

This is a black arts and culture site. We will be exploring the African Diaspora via the writing, performance, both musical and theatrical (film and stage), as well as the visual arts of Africans in the Diaspora and those influenced by these aesthetic forms of expression. I am interested in the political and social ramifications of art on society, specifically movements supported by these artists and their forebearers. It is my claim that the artists are the true revolutionaries, their work honest and filled with raw unedited passion. They are our true heroes. Ashay!

1. Sherri Young, Founder, African American Shakespeare Company, joins us to talk about the holiday favorite, Cinderella, opening this weekend, Dec. 22-24 at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco. She will be joined by Prince Charming (Rickey Soto) and Cinderella (Paige Mayes).  Visit http://www.african-americanshakes.org/productions/cinderella/

2. Dezi Solèy, actress (ensemble), Participants at TheatreFirst in Berkeley, Dec. 22-23, closing weekend. Visit http://theatrefirst.com/tickets/
& www.dezisoley.com

3. Aldo Billingslea, Interim Artistic Director, Lorraine Hansberry Theatre (taped 12/8)

4. Yvonne Cobbs, Musical Director, LHT's Soulful Christmas: A Gospel Holiday Concert and cast join us to talk about the wonderful program (taped 12/15).