Black Arts Movement and Cultural Revolution in the 1960s
Explore the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s and 70s, a revolutionary period in African American cultural history. Led by influential figures like Amiri Baraka and Sonia Sanchez, this movement highlighted Black identity and resilience through poetry, art, and activism. Discover the impactful works and legacy of key artists such as Nikki Giovanni and Jay Wright, who challenged white power structures and celebrated Black beauty and creativity.
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Black Arts Movement We want a black poem. And a Black World. Let the world be a Black Poem From Black Art by LeRoi Jones (Amiri Baraka)
1960s & 70s Included poets, writers, performers, artists Confronted white power structures Asserted African American cultural identity Community-centered Organized throughout the U.S.
Amiri Baraka (LeRoi Jones) (1934-2014) Black Arts Repertory Theatre/School in Harlem Larry Neal (1937-1981) Nikki Giovanni (born 1943) Jay Wright (born 1935) Sonia Sanchez (b. 1934)
6 haiku by Sonia Sanchez (for Elizabeth Catlett in Cuernavaca) 4. Elizabeth slides into the pool hands kissing the water 1. La Se ora making us remember flesh and wind 5. i pick up your breath and remember me 2. O how you help us catch each other s breath 6. your hands humming hurricanes of beauty. 3. a woman s arms climbing with colored dreams
Nikki Giovanni Jay Wright Amiri Baraka
