Program Family: Culture

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Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story

A remarkable film of the life of Canadian trans soul singer, Jackie Shane.

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Imagination Unbound: Black Life in Motion 

A curated selection of short films screened at the Reelworld Film Festival from 2022-2024.

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A Mother Apart

An emotionally sweeping film about healing and forgiveness.

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Our Bodies, Our Liberation

A panel discussion with Sonya Renee Taylor and Dr. Syrus Ware, presented as part of The Journey to Black Liberation Symposium.

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Finding Home in Toronto: Conversations with Black Refugees

A panel discussion presented as part of The Journey to Black Liberation Symposium.

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Late Night: A Jamaica Mi Come From!

Celebrate Jamaican music, culture and cuisine, presented as part of The Journey to Black Liberation Symposium.

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Voguing Workshop

Learn from dance legend Twysted Miyake-Mugler, presented as part of The Journey to Black Liberation Symposium.

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Intro to Breaking Workshop

Please note: This event has been cancelled. Learn from the world’s greatest breakers in this workshop (perfect for beginners!)

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Finding Space in Colour: Mental Health and the Multiracial Black Experience 

A panel about prioritizing mental wellness within the multiracial Black experience, presented as part of The Journey to Black Liberation Symposium.

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“The Eighth Day”: A Play Reading by Nicole Brooks 

Nicole Brooks shares an excerpt of her thrilling new production, The Eighth Day.

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Still from the film A Mother Apart courtesy of NFB

KUUMBA 365

A virtual exhibition that explores artistic works through the Black cultural lens, all year long.

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Silent Legacy

A dynamic dance duet between Krump prodigy Adeline Kerry Cruz and Siaska Chareyre.

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