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ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT ? ? ?* 1 ? / { Reynolda House Museum to Feature African- American Perspectives V. in the next few weeks local aru> organizations have scheduled a number of unique events that speak directly to the experiences and reali ties of being African American and The Reynolda House Museum of American Art will present "A Trib ute to Mattye fteed and the African Heritage Center." The event will include the display of Africa arti Arts Reach By REGGIE JOHNSON TTvtftgJn the South. On Sunday^ 23, at 3 p.m. facts, a performance by the Otesha Creative Arts Ehsemble and a sam j*lmg (with a chance to taste) authentic African foods. In addition to her many other accomplishments, Mattye Reed's name graces one of the most impor tant exhibitions of .African art in United States. The Mattye Reed African Heritage Center, located on the campus of North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, has one of the nation's largest collection of African art and artifacts. The -Center^has over six thousand items from thirty-five African countries. The tribute is open to the public and admission is free. For more r ioformationrcall the Reynolda House Museum of African Art at 725-5325. On Thursday. Jan. 27. from noon to l:3(Tp.m.. the Reynolda House will also be sponsonng a lun cheon and book discussion on^> SULA by Toni Morrison. The dis cussion will be led by Elwanda Ingram, faculty member at Winston-Salem State University. The cost for both the lunch and discussion is S8. Lunch reservation can be made by calling 725-5325, To attend the discussion only, the fee is S2. On Feb. 12. at 7:30 p.m.. The Southeastern Center for Contempo rary Art win present the Liz 1-erman Dance Exchange. In conjunction with the second workshop in their Lift Off series, the Liz Lerhian Dance Exchange will give an evening perforrruince on Feb. 12 in the McChesney Scott Dunn Audito rium. .New works featured on the program include: Recipes From Ms Aunt, a sequel to Kimberli Boyd's moving work. Anatonn of an Inside Story, which addresses her experi ence growing up in the South as a black female child. Additionally < Safe House: Still Looking is a com missioned work evolving from a project at the Uniyersits of Delaware exploring the significance of the Underground Railroad and This is Who We Are", one of the few works Liz Lerman has choreo graphed without language. The musi^ for Safe House. Still Looking is a collaboration b&tween the Dave Exchange and Ysa>e Barnwell of Sueet Hones in the Rock. National Is known for her experimental modern dance work, Li/ Lennan is an artist vs ho svrestles ssith the "content" of an. Her result ing ssorks bring contemporary sub jects to dance. The Li/iLerman Dance E xeh ange^i^-an-ifllO|>gcncra tiunal. multicultural dance company whose works'are defined by the phi losophs. and political commentary. Tickets for the performance are ? *>8 for SECCA members; senior adults and students', and SI 2 for general public. For. more informa tion. contact SECCA at 725-1904. Whitney Houston Receives Top Honors at 26th Annual NAACP Image Aw^ds Entertainer of the Year Whit ney Houston received top honors at ? the 26th Annual NAACP Image Awards, which took place on Jan. 5 at the Pasadena Civic Auditoriumr1 The yearly black-tie event honors individuals and organization who have contributed to the positive por trayal of African-Americans in motion pictures, television, litera ture and recording, earning the description, "the Oscars, Emmys and Grammys all rolled into one." Escorted by her husband, singer Bobby Brown, Houston was given a musical tribute, performed by her mother. Cissy Houston, and her brother, Gary Houston. Whitney received an additional four Image Awards, sweeping the recording cat ?Artist, Outstanding Soundtrack Album and Outstanding Album ("The Bodyguard"), and Outstand ing Music Video ("I'm Every Woman"). Visibly moved'by the multiple awards. Houston treated the audience with an impromptu a Capella version of "Yes, Jesus Loves Me," and dedicated an award to both of her parents/ The highlight ftth *4 vening was t"he arrival of surprise presenter of Micheal Jackson, who made his first official appea?5Tk:e since can celing his "Dangerous" tour. Jack -sonT^'ho^waVhonored last year with the Entertainer of the Year Award^ was greeted with a five-minute standing ovation and cheefs of "Michael! Michael!" as he appeared on stage to present the Outstanding Choreography Award to winner Debbie Allen ("The 65th Annual Academy Awards"). In the motion picture cate gories. "Malcolm X" was -a top win ner. Denzel Washington accepted the award for Outstanding Lead Actor for his portrayal of the slain civil rights leader. The Outstanding Supporting Actor award went to A1 F:tc e m a n .-Jrn -for hrs Ttrhr as Klijah Muhammad. Previous NAACP Hall of;Fame inductee Ossie Davis accepted the Outstanding Motion Picture award for filmmaker Spike Lee. and was joined on stage by Washington and co-star Angela Bassett, who won the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her performance as Betty Shabazz. Overcome with emotion, a tear ful Bassett barely had time to reg-am her composure before returning to the stage to receive her second award for Outstanding Lead Actress inaMotion Bet we for hcrportrayal of Tine Turner in "Whdt's Love Got To Do With It?" Martin Lawrence, won the award for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series. On stage to receive his award. Lawrence noted the need for acceptance of creativity and artistic freedom in all forms ? rap music, comedy and acting. His show. "Martin." also won Outstanding Comedy Series. Image Award favorite Jasmine Guy once again received the honor for Outstanding Actress in a Come dy Series ("A Different World"), ami Biair -Underwood accepted hi<r award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his work on "L.A. Law." "The Young and the Restless" swept the daytime drama series, cat egories. with the show's star Kristoff St. John and Victoria Row ell on hand to accept their awards for Outstanding Actor and Out standing Actress, respectively. The show was also, named Outstanding* Daytim?T3jrama. In thfe categories of music, recording group Shai received=the_ award fjor Outstanding New Artist for their hit single. "If I Ever Fall in Love." Blue legend B.B. King standing World Mjusic Artist for his album. "Blues Summit." The Image Award for Out standing Literary Work in Fiction went to author Bebe Moore Camp bell for her work. "Your Blues Ainct Like Mine." The show also included musical tributes to NAACP Hall of Fame inductees Curtis Mayfield. Earth, Wind & Fire and The Pointer Sis-" ters. Gladys Knights performed a medley of Mayfield's hits, who spoke via satellite from ftis^home in Atlanta, Pavine tribute to Earth. Wind & Fire, were The Emotions joined on stage by Siedah Garrett, Howard Hewett and Shai. Earth. Wind & Fire members spoke indi vidually. and The Pointer Sisters were on hand as well to receive and thank the NAACP for their honor. WAYNE'S Lounge Thursday, Jan. 20th Friday, Jan. 21st V.I. P. Night Johnny White ( ' orp<prate mixer. Elite Hand Fun begins at 9:30-1 :30 Cover charge 5:30pm Prime Rih - $9.?5 Friday , Jan. 22nd Johnny White Elite Hand 9:30-1:30 ( 'over charge J (pin in the fun!!! 12S N. Cherry Street Winston-Salem, iNC 27101 Plume: 919-723-1150 l ull I'ood Sorxicc Avnilahlc Live Jazz every Friday and Saturday iionrvc/^r^ nrro nunUbuUiiio ARIES: (March 21-April 20) Your financial prospects are excellent this week, especially if you join up with another tv pool both your know how and resources. It will he advanta geous to your monetary goals to be flexible and roll with the punches. -You? yearn to travel - for pleasure, so start planning. TAL'RLS* (April 21 ? May 21) This week may be the best time to start a new partnership, whether in business or romantically, the results will defi nitely be very positive. Keep your physical energy high Money tailing* with others will intensify in the next few months, be vers careful to find out all details. GEMINI: (May 22 - June 21) Although your mind may be totally'on pleasure and free time duting the week, it is. time to think about improving your financial and job situation. Be cautious and heed others' business suggestions. You have the capabilities to tackle any ?challenges thrown your way. and win. CANCFP There is a new chapter in your lOMrtife^ ready to be written, but be patient, all the details will unfold in dttc ttme>~ Romance will continue to be a domi nant theme for the next several months. ? so enjoy it. Even if you are tempted. ? refrain from making any hasty deci sions which will later haunt you. LEO: (July 24- August 23) The thought of work' doesn't do much for you this week, but it will be surprising just how much you will accomplish if you just put your nose to the grind stone. Keep in mind in the future that you will benefit from a more intellectu al approach to moneymakmg ideas ami finances. VIRGO: (August 24 ? Septem ber 23) Hard work is the key through out this week. There is possible friction on the job w hich can be avoided with a little diplomacy. The chance to enhance your working skills is good, look for all opportunities, however smaJJ they may spem. The solution to a nagging prob ~ I em is now evident. ? - LIBRA: (September 24 ? Octo ber 23) This week will be a lot more active and rewarding than the past cou ple of weeks. Real estate could be a particularly'profuable area now. Your financial bandwagon rolls along, pro < ducing profits which will be more evi dent in the next few weeks. Concen trate on doin/things on your own. SCORPIO: (October 24 - November 22) Tr\ to look at things with a fresh perspective this week. If you go about accomplishing things dif ferently. you may be amazed at tp*"? much vou will get done. The next/sev er^-weekv-wilMavof-tmanettTFplan ning. it maN_b?j^Lto_.work_dQj?el>_ with someone who knows the business well, SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 ? December 21) The prevailing theme for the week is tranquility. Evenings max be filled with enjoyable social eve-nijt and. xomanuc j-oteHudes. ^ou ha\e attracted the attention of a VIP in the workplace, someone who can help you advance your career and personal goals. Keep your attitude upbeat fcWPRicORN: (December 22 - Januar> 20) Your friends are very sup portive this week, and if you are work ing on a personal goal, they v. ill be able to give some good advice. A very lucky ? opportupity may enable you lo climb up a fev\ additional rungs on the ladder of success. Trim down your expecta tions to parallel with reality. AQUARIUS: (January 21 ? Feb ruary You will no doubt soon meet _a_ whole new circle of people wha can beKery simulating on a intellectual level. These new friends will help you clarity any important objectives which have been a bit fuzzy. Steer clear of an\ known troublemakers in the work-, place, they may hampef your progress. PISCES; {February 20 - March 20) Distant fnends or fatruly will domi nate your thoughts and actions during the week. Stan working on that special project or plan which may have to do \Mth a home matter. Beware of being overly optimistic concerning a financial decision - remember to not count your chickens before they're hatched. Don't "Laissez les bon temps router" without youl (Don i iet we good times roll without you') Order your tickets now to "A Taste oTNew Orleans", to benefit B^st Choice Center Direct from New Orleans iMiVftWl'MifcW JAZZ BAND SATURDAY JANUARY 29, 1994 ^80-7.30 pm - The Sawtooth Center 8 00 pm - The Stevens Center Ert|oy a New Orleans street party with authentic cajun and Creole cuisine, musicians artists and entertainers at The Sawtooth Center Followed by iive a 22 at The Stevens Center featuring The Preservation Hall Ja zz Band ? Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage ? Gumbo with Shrimp-Chickan ? ? Muffuletta ? Cafe Au Lait ? Bananas Foster ? "A Taste of New Orleans" To purchase tickets send '75 per person to: P.O. Box 16026 W-S NC 27115-6026 Make checks payable to: Best Choice Center, Inc. (J40 of each ticket is tax deductible) Stevens Center S??a:s 4or me P'eservatior nan ^a 22 Banc: PERFORMANCE ONLY*" '25 lavai.atHetnrougf tf'e Stevens Centef Ticket Office) - r'< 1*. To receive more information call Best Choice Center: 722-0597 The Measure of a Man ' The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and conve nience , but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. " FTIS LI THFR K1SG 1R. JgJQ /Q fy# Building a future in partnership with the*tommunitvw ANHEUSER-BUSCJH COMPANIES Anh*?us**f Bu-< ft ( nmjMrnfv lot <? 1 Rum ft In* 01 Rut1w*ivt" ? ' ftutJw^tNPr. I Safgra' I Hi.s ftotfv ,t*d K inn ( 1 >tv,i *?on - I V . V N-i N* \ ? ii Nri.lf I?n t .<?*>? * v -r* I
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