Red Bank Library salutes Black History Month: August Wilson and “Out of Africa” showcase

The Red Bank Library and Two River Theater present: A Celebration of August Wilson and “Out of Africa” showcase, on Feb. 6 at 7 p.m.

Celebration of August Wilson and Out of Africa

Two River Theater will bring a stellar company of stage and film actors to the Red Bank Library, who will share stories and memories of working with August Wilson and celebrate his singular talent. Wilson celebrated the history and culture of Black America in a monumental series of 10 plays, for which he won two Pulitzer Prizes.

Wilson’s play Jitney is being directed by the Tony Award-winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson at TRTC. On Feb 18 from 2-5 p.m. Frank Talk Multi Media Network and the Red Bank Library will present: Out of Africa.

The exhibit focuses on the artistic culture of Africa in America and will be on display until Feb. 25.

African masks to textiles will be showcased. An accompanying video produced by Frank Talk Multi- Media Network that was filmed at the historic Newark Museum, features its African Narratives permanent collection and gives in-depth insight on African symbolism and art. Foods that Americans enjoy that originated in Africa will be available for tasting.

In addition, Dr. Gretna Wilkinson, the Creative Writing teacher at Red Bank Regional High School will read selected pieces from her recently published book of poetry entitled: Opening the Drawer (Cool Women Press)