Sweet Honey in the Rock Archives - The Washington Informer

Words Beats & Life hosted “DMV Made: A Culture & Wellness Festival” on the National Mall on July 27. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Words, Beats & Life Highlights Intersectionality of the Arts, Mental Wellness on the National Mall

by Lindiwe Vilakazi July 31, 2024August 1, 2024

Words, Beats & Life hosted “DMV Made: A Culture & Wellness Festival” on the National Mall to highlight the intersectionality between the arts and mental health, emphasizing the importance of creativity in coping with life challenges and promoting well-being.

The full ensemble of "Parable of the Sower," an opera based on Octavia Butler's novel, composed by Bernice Johnson Reagon and her daughter Toshi Reagon (center stage), is seen here. The production was presented in 2022 at the Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland. (Courtesy of Shana Gerber)

Bernice Johnson Reagon, Civil Rights Voice in Music, Dies at Age 81

by Brenda C. Siler July 18, 2024July 18, 2024

The newest form of Sweet Honey (Courtesy photo)

Fifty Years Later, Sweet Honey in the Rock Remains an Inspiration

by Brenda C. Siler September 7, 2022September 8, 2022

Robert Hooks, celebrated actor and political activist, returned to his hometown for an anniversary tribute honoring him for establishing the DC Black Repertory Company 47 years ago. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

D Kevin McNeir, Lifestyle

DC Black Repertory Company’s Alums to Celebrate 49th Anniversary

by D. Kevin McNeir – Senior Editor October 14, 2020December 21, 2021

Robert Hooks, celebrated actor and political activist, returned to his hometown for an anniversary tribute honoring him for establishing the DC Black Repertory Company 47 years ago. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

D.C. Black Repertory Company to Honor Founder, Others During 49th Anniversary Fete

by WI Guest Author September 24, 2020December 21, 2021