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I Dream a World: The Life and Writings of Langston Hughes
February 1, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
FreeOn Wednesday, February 1st at 7:30pm, the World House Choir will present Dr. Kevin McGruder, vocalist Charles Williams and pianist Sam Reich in “I Dream a World: The Life and Writings of Langston Hughes.” Hughes (1902-1967) rose to public notice during the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and became one of the most prolific and versatile writers in U.S. history. On the 115th anniversary of his birth McGruder, Williams, and Reich will present an overview of Hughes’ life, readings from his work, supplemented by examples of his many musical collaborations. The piano will also make its first debut after restringing during readings at the Antioch College Foundry Theater. Admission to the program is free hosted
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