When Blackness Was Golden!: Observations from the Front Line

329 East Garfield Boulevard,Chicago IL 60637

28 October, 2022

Description

Pemon Rami’s memoir charts his life as a native Chicagoan during the culturally transformative period from the 1950s-80s. “When Blackness Was Golden” looks back at Rami’s life and career – blending Black political consciousness and organizing with significant roles in theater, television, and the film industry. Truly embodying art + public life, Rami’s political, cultural, and artistic work has reflected and shaped community for over half a century. Whether on the front lines of Chicago’s student movement or producing big-budget films, Black culture, Black pride, and Black love ruled supreme. Arts + Public Life and the Center for the Study of Race, Politics and Culture invite you to an evening with Pemon Rami and guests. Book sales and signing available following the program.