Join us as the 2022 MOJA Arts Festival
Kicks Off Next Week!
September 29 - October 9
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Visual Art Exhibitions On View |
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MOJA Juried Art Exhibition
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
On view through October 9
Opening Reception:
September 29 from 5:00-7:00pm
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The festival’s annual juried art exhibition highlights the recent work of artists across South Carolina featuring painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, and photography. Artworks receiving prizes are presented alongside a limited selection of pieces identified by 2022 juror Dana Coleman as meriting display.
Invited artists for this year’s exhibition include: Fairoozan Abdullah, Lynette Aiken, Brittany Alston, Perry Ashe, Carlos Bilal, Pascale Bilgis, Julie Byrd Diana, Alfred Casciato, Jeleata Nicole Davis, Sonny Dugal, Lee Garrard, Alvin Glen, Shayn Green, Malik Howard, Karyn Heatley, Wonda Y. Hillard, Cassandra Jenkins, Tyeisha Jenkins, Anne M. Jennings, Rachel Jones, Ben Kelly, Maike Kowal, Christopher Kyle, Verneda Lights, London Mack, Robert Maniscalco, Ervin McDaniel, Harry McFadden, Dan Mohan, John Mwangu, Katrina Rainey, Ashlee Sanford, Cynthia Sims, Lauren Sloan, Gloria Smith, Diane Speight, Ron Speight, La Toya Thompson, Jalen Williams, and Myla Williams.
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Da Wada Brought Us and
Kept Us
Avery Research Center
On view through January 2023
For more information call the Avery at 843-953-7609
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“Da Wada Brought Us and Kept Us” ~
A special exhibit featured at the College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture opening September 2022–January 2023.
Honored to have a portion of the Victoria A. Smalls Collection of Gullah Geechee and African Diaspora Art at the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture.
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mothers & daguerreotypes
Avery Research Center
On view through January 2023
For more information call the Avery at 843-953-7609
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mothers & daguerreotypes
[ duh-geh-ruh-tipes ]
reflections on revolutionary mothering
works and curation by brittney ferrette washington
About the artist
brittney ferrette washington is a Queer Black Artist + Mama + Doula + Strategist + Art Therapist + Troublemaker. brittney's multidisciplinary approaches to her work apply an understanding that 1) our most important responsibility is dismantling the power arrangements that maintain oppression; 2) everyone has different points of entry into politicization and social justice movements; and 3) art is a powerful portal to healing, imagination, and movement for that purpose.
OPENING RECEPTION FOR BOTH EXHIBITS IS SEPTEMBER 29 FROM 7:00-9:00PM, RESERVATION REQUIRED
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MOJA Opening Day Parade
Marion Square, King & Calhoun
September 29 at 6:00pm
Admission: Free
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Join us as we kick off the 2022 MOJA Arts Festival with an opening day parade! The parade will begin at at Marion Square then will travel down King Street through Market Street and will end at the US Custom House.
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MOJA Reggae Block Dance
Brittlebank Park
September 30 at 6:00pm
Admission: Free
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Reggae at Brittlebank Park makes its triumphant return to MOJA and will feature the internationally known reggae artist Monsoon as well as South Carolina reggae royalty the Ras Bonghi Reggae Allstars featuring Papa Robbie and Ric Mystic! MOJA strives to ensure the rich traditions laid forth by the God Father of the Reggae Block Dance Osei Chandler live on through positive vibrations and unity. Make sure to sample some of the delicious food from our local food vendors and take home original artwork form local artisans.
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2nd Annual Gullah MOJA Arts Experience
Cannon Street Arts Center
October 1 at 12:00pm
Admission: Free
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Bring de famlee fa honor de ancestas and sound de drums of freedum wid we een Charleston, SC ! Bring chairs, drums, ancestral tribute items and the entire family for this Gullah/Geechee intergenerational gathering of Arts, Education, Music, Dance and Culture. Enjoy a "Gullah/Geechee" afternoon of "Spoken Gullah/Geechee Talk, Our story, Artwork by Gullah/Geechee Quadre' Stuckey, Poetry by Poetess Georgia Nubia also Elder Carlie Towne, Singing by Gullah Singers African Drumming and Dancing by Deninufay Dance Co., Destiny Cafe Food Truck and More Performers/ Surprises. "Ancestral Tribute," Honoring the 36 ancestors found buried under the Gaillard Center and Doctor Ade Ase.
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Black Biz on the Block
Philip Simmons Park
October 1 at 1:00pm
Admission: Free
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Come celebrate excellence in your community at Hampstead Square Mall Park! The purpose of this event is to provide a space for black-owned small businesses to sell their product, and in some cases, services to residents and attendees. There will also be community resources present to provide information to residents on financial and economic empowerment services and programs. Entertainment will be located in Mall Park and the stage will feature the ever popular First Class Band as well as South Carolina reggae legends Reggae Infinity. Enjoy tasty treats from local area food trucks.
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An Evening of Jazz with Momentum and Da'rrell Ravenell
Dock Street Theatre
October 1 at 7:00pm
Admission: $25
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MOJA Arts Festival favorites Da'rrell Ravenell & Peace of Mind Band will grace the stage of the historic Dock Street Theatre for an evening of soul stirring Jazz and Soul. Charleston Jazz’s own Momentum will open the evening and features the lowcountry’s most skilled players.
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The Back Home Gospel Hour
Second Presbyterian Church
October 2 at 4:00pm
Admission: $25 Adult; $15 Senior/Student
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“The Back Home Gospel Hour” featuring Howard Brown and the Voices of Deliverance, Minister Mario Dessausure, Elder Javetta Campbell and Reverend Randolph Miller; NEW LOCATION: Second Presbyterian Church.
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Lowcountry Voices presents Hymnology II
Greater St. Luke AME
October 3 at 7:00pm
Admission: Free
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Lowcountry Voices presents Hymnology II, a lowcountry worship experience! Nathan L. Nelson, Music Director. Special guests include Rev. Dr. Clinton Brantley, Rev. Randolph Miller, and Pastor Desmond Pringle.
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NEA Big Reads Book Discussion: Homegoing by
Yaa Gyasi
October 4 at 3:00pm at Bees Ferry West Ashley Library; October 5 at 6:00pm at Main Library downtown
Admission: Free
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The Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) is hosting two special book club discussions as part of a partnership with the City of Charleston’s MOJA Arts Festival. The discussions will be centered around “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi, which is the featured title for MOJA’s Big Read program, supported by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The Big Read will officially kick off with the start of the 2022 MOJA Arts Festival, which runs Sept. 29th to Oct. 9th, and will continue with community programs and special events through March 2023.
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Harambee Dance Company at
Main Library
October 5 at 9:30am
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Main Library - In Swahili, Harambee means “let us pull together.” Enjoy a performance by the Harambee Dance Company. Designed for children and families, this performance incorporates the traditional and contemporary to create a new style of African Dance. This enlightening and thought-provoking presentation will challenge the audience to expand the perception of dance!
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Harambee Dance Company presents Origin
Dock Street Theatre
October 6 at 8:00pm
Admission: $25
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Origin pays homage to rich traditions and celebrates the beauty of the present. Harambee Dance Company pulls together the essence of African and African-American dance and music, presenting it from an innovative and exciting new contemporary perspective. Artistic Director and choreographer Sandella Malloy has developed a high-energy repertoire that draws on African-based movement, modern dance forms, live percussion, original music, and vibrant costumes to create captivating performances reflecting the majesty of the African Diaspora.
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One Love - A Celebration of African American & Caribbean Culture
October 6 at 4:00pm
Enston Homes, 900 King Street
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Presented by The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston and the MOJA Arts Festival, featuring the sounds of Spiritually Yours, Mystic Vibrations, and Black Diamond Band.
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Jazz on King Block Party
October 6 at 6:00pm
Ann Street at King Street
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Enjoy outdoor dining at participating restaurants, shopping at your favorite retailers, and musical performances by Tonya Nicole and Latoya Renea. Tonya Nicole and her expert band of musicians will be paying tribute to two icons of Jazz Nina Simone and Billie Holiday! Accomplished singer, pianist and recording artist Latoya Renea opens up the event and will surely leave you mesmerized, entranced and in awe of her powerful vocal stylings and rhythmic arrangements. Visual artist and live soul painter kolpeace will top off the event with a live painting performance.
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Gullah Storytelling with
Theresa Hilliard
October 7 at 1:00pm
James Island Arts &
Cultural Center
Admission: Free
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Charlton Singleton & Friends present WONDERVERSE: The Music of Stevie Wonder
October 7 at 8:00pm
Festival Hall
Admission: $25
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Stevie Wonder has been a cornerstone of Pop Music for decades. His songs have become classic hits that have been heard by billions of people. From the “Classic Albums Period” of the ‘70s into the ‘80s to songs written for other artists Charlton Singleton and Friends will draw from his massive catalog for a night of high energy and sing-a-longs!
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Joey Morant - All That Jazz, Inc.
Festival Hall
October 8 at 7:30pm
Admission: $25
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The inaugural JOEY MORANT – ALL THAT JAZZ INC Concert, featuring internationally renowned piano virtuoso Danny Mixon with special guest Antoinette Montague, celebrating the life and legacy of Charleston icon Joey Morant.
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MOJA Arts Festival Finale featuring Black Diamond & LaFaye
October 9 from
11:00am to 8:00pm
Hampton Park
Admission: Free
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Close out the Festival in style! A day-long celebration of Lowcountry culture and Charleston history, culminating in a knock-out mainstage performance! You’ve heard them coined “Charleston’s Queen of Soul” and “Charleston’s Tina!” Black Diamond & LaFaye will join forces as The ZD Experience Presents “Simply the Best” a tribute to Tina Turner & “Queen of Soul” a tribute to Aretha Franklin. Everyone in your family will enjoy this free-to-attend celebration of all that the MOJA Arts Festival has to offer.
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Metropolitan Opera Singer Edward Washington II
October 9 at 1:30pm
Unitarian Church in Charleston
Admission: Free, donations accepted
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The Unitarian Church in Charleston is pleased to announce that Edward Washington II will be giving a concert at the Unitarian Church in Charleston. Mr. Washington will be presenting a program of Spirituals and Art Songs. Mr. Washington was recently in the Metropolitan Opera's productions of Porgy and Bess, and Fire Shut up in my Bones. Mr. Washington will be joined by Ryan Pagels at the piano.
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Oh Happy Day
October 9 at 3:00pm
Circular Congregational Church
Admission: $28 Adults, $26 Senior
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From the creators of The Sound of Charleston comes the Oh Happy Day Gospel Series at Circular Congregational Church on Sunday, October 9th and Sunday, December 4th, both at 3 pm. Come and join in celebrating Charleston’s rich gospel music heritage. Clap your hands, tap your feet, and join in singing this joyous music.
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MOJA Past, Present, Future is a mixed media on canvas by Amiri Geuka Farris. |
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2022 MOJA Poster Artist
Amiri Gueka Farris
MOJA Past, Present, Future
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Amiri Geuka Farris is a contemporary, multidisciplinary artist who uses a wide range of media, including painting, drawing, video, performance, and installation. As a contemporary African-American male artist, he blurs the boundaries between abstraction and representation, sculpture and printmaking, and contemporary and traditional. Farris writes of his own artistic practice, “I like to see artwork that will take one medium and use it to do something else. Artwork that is bold, expressive, and completely different.” In addition to being inspired by the materials around him to create dynamic and colorful pieces, Farris also looks to his own life as he creates works that are full of intimate personal experiences and examinations of subjects that are compelling to him, including issues surrounding diaspora, Gullah Geechee culture, memory, and perception.
Amiri Geuka Farris is a contemporary, interdisciplinary artist whose wide range of work encompasses painting, drawing, video, performance, and installation. Farris received his MFA in painting, with his BFA in illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Amiri’s work has been featured in more than 50 solo exhibitions and juried museum exhibitions internationally, including the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., the Smithsonian and US embassies.
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ABOUT MOJA
The MOJA Arts Festival is a multi-disciplinary festival produced annually and directed by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the MOJA Planning Committee, an all-volunteer community arts and cultural group. Additional assistance and guidance is provided by the less formal networks of the MOJA Advisory Board, a group of civic leaders who assist with fundraising and advocacy, and the Friends of MOJA patron circle, representing individual and corporate donors.
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