Nelson Mandela News

Joan Baez Announces Final Formal North American Tour & Whistle Down The Wind Out March 2

by Macon Prickett — February 26, 2018

Acclaimed artist and activist Joan Baez will begin a run of North American datesbeginning on September 11 in Ithaca, NY.

MADIBA The Musical Celebrates Nelson Mandela

by Stephi Wild — February 26, 2018

Energetic and compelling new stage show Madiba the Musical - a Celebration of the Life of Nelson Mandela opens in Melbourne in October and will tour to Sydney and Canberra in November.

Joan Baez's WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND Now Streaming on NPR Music's First Listen

by Macon Prickett — February 22, 2018

Joan Baez's highly anticipated new album, Whistle Down The Wind, is exclusively streaming now via NPR Music's “First Listen,” who proclaim, “This particular batch of folk songs amplifies Baez ever-present gift for interpretation.

Five-Time Grammy Award-Winning Group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo Comes To The Colonial, 3/9

by A.A. Cristi — February 21, 2018

Berkshire Theatre Group welcomes five-time Grammy Award-winning acappella ensemble, Ladysmith Black Mambazo to The Colonial Theatre on Friday, March 9 at 8pm.

Music and Legacy of Harry Belafonte to Be Celebrated at Aaron Davis Hall in Honor of Icon's 91st Birthday

by Julie Musbach — February 14, 2018

The work and life of legendary artist and activist Harry Belafonte will be celebrated during a concert at Aaron Davis Hall on Thursday, March 1, at 7:30 p.

BWW Review: A Joyous Impact with RONALD K. BROWN/EVIDENCE

by Caryn Cooper — February 12, 2018

On Tuesday, February 6, 2018, world-renowned dancer and choreographer, Ronald K.

Can Art Bring A Political Change? Iara Lee Discusses BURKINABE RISING

by Stephi Wild — February 8, 2018

Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi said 'Be the change that you wish to see in the world'.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo Visits Kean University on February 9

by Julie Musbach — February 7, 2018

Fresh on the heels of winning their fifth Grammy Award, Ladysmith Black Mambazo will perform at Kean Stage's Enlow Recital Hall on Friday, February 9.

Charlize Theron And Kweku Mandela Kick Off Nelson Mandela Celebration At The Geffen Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — February 6, 2018

On the occasion of what would mark the 100th birthday of Nelson Mandela, Academy Award-winning actress and super-philanthropist Charlize Theron and House of Mandela Family Foundation Co-Founder Kweku Mandela will kick off a series of events in a yearlong celebration in his honor.

Alexander Upstairs Presents MAPUMBA LIVE AT ALEXANDER BAR

by Stephi Wild — January 29, 2018

Originally from the DRC, Mapumba is a talented performing and recording artist who has released 6 albums over his 17 years in the music industry.

Provocative Documentary About Winnie Mandela Airs on INDEPENDENT LENS, 2/5

by Caryn Robbins — January 26, 2018

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela is one of the most misunderstood and intriguing of contemporary female political figures.

Academy Award-Winning Actor Morgan Freeman To Narrate AMERICA'S MUSICAL JOURNEY

by Macon Prickett — January 25, 2018

MacGillivray Freeman Films today announced that Academy Award-winning actor, Morgan Freeman, will narrate America's Musical Journey,the company's newest 3D documentary for IMAX and giant screen theatres.

Minnesota Orchestra To Embark On First Tour By A Professional U.S. Orchestra To South Africa

by Stephi Wild — January 20, 2018

Minnesota Orchestra President and CEO Kevin Smith, in partnership with Classical Movements, announced today that Music Director Osmo V nsk and the Minnesota Orchestra will embark on a five-city tour to South Africa this summer the first visit by a professional U.

Minnesota Orchestra To Embark On First Tour By A Professional U.s. Orchestra To South Africa

by A.A. Cristi — January 18, 2018