Artspace 304 hosts “1619: The Journey of a People, The Musical” by Ted Williams III
Date/Time
Date(s) - 11/08/2024
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
ArtSpace 304
Categories
Carbondale, IL—Artspace 304 will host a performance by actor and IL Humanities Road Scholar
Speaker Ted Williams III. Williams, actor, speaker, facilitator and host will present a one-man abridged
performance titled “1619: The Journey of a People, The Musical”
The performance, scheduled for Friday November 8th, from 6-8 p.m. at Artspace 304, 304 W Walnut St in
Carbondale, is an educational historical theatrical performance that commemorates the struggles,
recognizes the heroes, and critically analyzes the American journey towards freedom and equality. From
the beginning of American slavery to Reconstruction, the Great Migration, the Civil Rights Era, and
modern movements for justice, Williams uses history to explain America’s current reality.
The event, co-produced by the Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau, celebrates Illinois’
rich cultural heritage. It invites Illinois authors, artists, and educators to share their expertise and
enthusiasm with people throughout the state, fostering community and connection.
The program is free of charge to all audiences. For parking, please use First Christian Church’s lot on W
Monroe St and S University Ave. For more information, please visit artspace304.org/exhibits-events.
Artspace 304 supports Southern Illinois’ diverse and vibrant cultural arts community by growing
leadership, education, funding, connections, and regional economic development. Visit artspace304.org
for more information on our exhibitions, programming, and events.
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organization that activates the humanities through free public programs, grants, and educational
opportunities that foster reflection, spark conversation, build community, and strengthen civic
engagement. They provide free, high-quality humanities experiences throughout Illinois, particularly for
communities of color, individuals living on low incomes, counties and towns in rural areas, small arts and
cultural organizations, and communities highly impacted by mass incarceration. Founded in 1974, Illinois
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