UnMuted Tears with award-winning actress, singer, and writer Rose Weaver, accompanied by Delbert Collins performing from Pot Au Feu
“Weaver has the rare ability to prompt laughter that turns into tears.
And when she sings, hearts break and angels cry”
—Patti Hartigan, Boston Globe
Rhode Island’s celebrated spinner of tales uses songs, prose and dramatic storytelling to advocate, inspire and celebrate positive self-esteem.
Cambodian Lullaby with storyteller, Hip Hop dance educator, and scholar Sokeo Ros performing from Providence College’s Moore Hall
Excerpts from Ros’ autobiographical solo show From Refugee Camp to Project incorporate dance/movement to tell his redemptive story of a refugee’s migration into a world where assimilation to gang violence and dance are the only ways to cope with day-to-day trauma.
Hosted by FirstWorks Executive Director, Kathleen Pletcher
Presented as part of Arts Across America—a live performance series presented Mondays through Fridays to uplift & showcase artists from across the country. Learn more at http://kennedy-center.org/artsacrossamerica/
