ASU to Celebrate Nat King Cole's 100th Birthday, June 19
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Posted By: How May I Help You NC on June 18, 2019 The National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African-American Culture at Alabama State University Presents From Montgomery to the World: The Life and Legacy of Nat King Cole, Legendary African-American Entertainer Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Forum: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Musical Tribute: 2:30 - 4 p.m. Ralph David Abernathy Auditorium In observance of Nat 'King' Cole's 100th birthday, this program assesses Cole's personal life, multifaceted career, and behind-the scenes support of the civil rights movement. Forum Topics 9:15 - 9:35 a.m. "Nat King Cole and the Racial, Economic, and Cultural Ethos of Montgomery, Alabama in the Twentieth Century" 9:45 - 10:05 a.m. "Is This the Promised Land? - The Cole Family's Migration to the North" 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. "A Legend in the Making - The Factors Impacting Cole's Rise to Musical Fame" 10:50 - 11:20 a.m. "Nat King Cole at the Pinnacle of Success - Cole's Radio, Television and Film Career" 11:25 - 11:55 a.m. "You're Still a Negro - Cole and the Civil-Rights Movement" Forum Luncheon 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. Abernathy Hall - Great Hall of Teachers RSVP below to reserve a seat at the luncheon. Limited seating is available. RSVP for LUNCHEON: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLS... Musical Tribute 2:30 - 4 p.m. A special Nat 'King' Cole inspired musical performance by an aggregate of local and nationally-known musicians and vocalists. For more information, call 334-229-6888. Contact Information The National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African-American Culture at Alabama State University phone: 334-229-6888 Alabama State University, P. O. Box 271, Montgomery, AL 36101-0271 If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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