10th Anniversary Celebration – Civil Disobedience – The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
TYA’s 2017 Black History Show kicks off the celebration of 10 years for the organization. This show, “Civil Disobedience-The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”, is a hard-hitting statement about protest, resistance and resilience throughout Africa and the diaspora. TYA pays tribute to the struggles of South Africa, Haiti, Cuba, Guinea and the fight for humanity
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Reflections on Haiti and St. Croix
As we reflect on our most recent Cross Cultural International Educational Exchange and look at the country of Haiti and the U.S. Virgin Island of St. Croix; it is with a strong love and reconnection of history, purpose and commitment. Luke 12:48, “To whom much is given, much will be required”. TYA has received so
Amazing South Africa
It’s been one year since 17 TYA family members visited South Africa. In reflection, the trip was life changing;it expanded our perspective, warmed our hearts, and hurt then healed our souls. The history is South Africa is undeniable. We visited the Soweto Apartheid Museum, which told the story of the pain and evils of Apartheid
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International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day and like others we honor the achievements of women around the world. On this day and every day we must also remember that women and girls around the world still face unimaginable and horrific violence. If you have ever seen our performances, then you know that we are not afraid to
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THEARC Performance
Thank you to everyone at the Arts & Technology Academy for having us in your production of Sarafina at THEARC in Washington, DC! This adaption of the broadway musical centers on the social unrest of apartheid South Africa in the mid-1970’s. This compelling “coming-of-age” story follows the title character, Sarafina, during her journey to understand
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Valentine’s Day
Taratibu Youth Association hosted elementary and middle-school students for a special Black History Month performance at Joe’s Movement Emporium on Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14, 2013. This year we entitled our annual show “Perceptions and Truth,” because its our unique perspective on the images and struggles and triumphs of young people today. This entertaining and educational special performance
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