On August 25, 2023, more than one hundred university and community Latinx-serving individuals attended the Latinx Community-University Coalition of Indiana’s 2023 Latinx Conference with the theme “Possibilities for our Future.” The program featured a presentation on the history of Latina women in Indiana, an expert panel discussion, and the opportunity to dialogue with other Latinx… Read more »
OnyxFest 2023 Kickoff Reception: October 6, 2023
Join the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (A.R.T.I.) and partner IndyFringe for an intimate evening of ebony elegance as we celebrate Black theater! The event will feature live presentations from OnyxFest 2023 playwrights highlighting a “Reception and Reading.” This event will take place on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the… Read more »
TICKETS ON SALE FOR ONYXFEST FALL THEATER FESTIVAL
Tickets are now on sale for OnyxFest 2023! OnyxFest is Indiana’s first and only theater festival dedicated to the stories of Black playwrights. Sponsored by the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (A.R.T.I.), in partnership with IndyFringe, this fall festival will feature five never-produced one-act plays written by local and national playwrights. OnyxFest 2023 is scheduled… Read more »
IUPUI Announces the 2023 Charles R. Bantz Chancellor’s Community Fellowship and Scholar Awards Recipients
Original content by Nouri McLucas, TRIP ABOUT THE CHARLES R. BANTZ CHANCELLOR’S COMMUNITY FELLOW AND SCHOLAR AWARDS As Chancellor of IUPUI from 2003 to 2015 and founder of the IUPUI Center for Translating Research Into Practice (TRIP), Charles R. Bantz firmly believes in the power of community-engaged research and university–community partnerships that make lasting impacts… Read more »
IUPUI BOSS Camp builds confidence in future entrepreneurs
The IUPUI BOSS Summer Entrepreneurship Camp is a one-week, hands-on opportunity for high school students to learn about small business ownership as a career, gain the confidence to start their own businesses, and earn investment funding too! The IUPUI BOSS (Business Opportunities for Self-Starters) Camp, is a partnership between the IUPUI Office of Community Engagement,… Read more »
OnyxFest 2023 Playwrights Announced
After receiving dozens of scripts, drama jurors have selected six plays for OnyxFest 2023 – The first and only theatre festival in Indiana exclusively showcasing Black playwrights. Sponsored by the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (A.R.T.I.) in conjunction with IndyFringe, OnyxFest Fall 2023 is scheduled for November 2 – 5 and November 9 – 11…. Read more »
CENTERSTAGE to feature breakout sessions with experts in theater
Along with the world premiere play and a keynote address from a nationally renowned Black theater owner, the 2nd Annual CENTERSTAGE – A Theater Workshop, presented by the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (A.R.T.I.), will feature breakout sessions with experts in theater. These presenters will take workshop participants on a journey that will cover acting, directing, music,… Read more »
Chicago Pioneer in Black Theater to Speak at CENTERSTAGE
No urban theater initiative outside of New York can compare to the success, longevity and impact of the Black Ensemble Theater of Chicago. The driving force behind this national phenomenon is Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor – the keynote speaker for the 2nd Annual “CENTERSTAGE” – A Theater Workshop at IUPUI Saturday, April 22, 2023…. Read more »