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GM Production Presents South African Play "You and me. That ia how it •tarts. The two factors in an equa tion which resolves out into either heaven or hell, and most likely both." These are the words of Ath ol Fugard, a white skinned South African; one of three million. (There are also twelve million dark-skinned South Africans.) Fu gard's play, Blood Knot, is the sto ry of two South Africans; one whiteskinned and the other dark. It is a play which grasps the very core of the system called apart heid uate student at Central Piedmont Community College. He aspires to become a film director. McCor mick made his stage debut last year in GM Productions presenta tion of the play Kennedy’s Chil. dren, GM productions it a non-profit organisation dedicated to the pres ervation, mainstreaming, and de veloping of minority arte and art ists. Founded in 1981 by Defoy Glenn and Carolyn Mason, it is Charlotte's only minority theatre company. Among its many cred its are the world premiere of Maya Angelou's On A Southern Journey, and H. B. Caple's In Mv Father** Hem General admission tickets for Blood Knot are $8. Student and senior dtisen tickets are $€. Group rates are available. For informa tion, phone 374-1660. 'Homestretch" To Air A : rCourtry HOMESTRETCH, a 30-minute daily exercise show featuring Charlotte fitness expert Amy-Sste— rhay and produced by WTVI/42, will air on a number of public tele vision stations across the country beginning June 1. From Sacra mento to New Orleans to New York City, Esterhay’s 30-minute workout will be a part of thou sands of viewers daily television fare. HOMESTRETCH.has aired in the Charlotte market on WTVI/ 42 since January, 1986. Esterhay, a vivacious and ener getic exercise instructor, offers viewers an all-around fitness pro gram using the techniques of aero bice, stretching and muscle toning. HOMESTRETCH is designed for men and women of all ages. 'I'm extremely excited about this opportunity,' says Esterhay. "WTVI has done a fantastic job with the production and I just - hope people all across the country are ready to get in diaper HOMESTRETCH is underwrit ten by the Kraft, Inc. Dairy Group. WTVI/42 is the Carolines' only community-owned public televi sion station. s THE CHARLOTTE POST SUBCRBE TOOAV1 Call 376-0496 For Homo Dalivary D.J's SS (i Records & Tapes Visit Our New Location FREEDOM VILLAGE 3001 Freedom Drive (Next to Mr. Fee's) JfiSZolina's FfrSfchofcZ In Music I Owner* Darryl "DMC* McCHnton • Otiarlaa Thom** _Jj^:Mon.-Thw. 10^9-Fri. 3 SaL 10^8:00 jSfl GM Productions, resident thea tre company of the Afro American Cultured Center, will present Fu gard's play Friday and Saturday, June 12 and 13 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, June 14 at 5:00 p.m. at the Center, 401 N. Myers Street (near the corner of 7th ai\d McDowell Streets). Directed by Willie 0. Jordan, the play stare Jesae J. Hamilton in the rate of Zacharian and Michael McCormick as Morris. Jordan is a~teacher atCharlotta's Independence High School. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, he has directed numerous plays in cluding Ceremonies In Dark Old Mm. Puriic Victorious. The Litis lnriiam and A Raisin In The Sun. Hamilton studied acting in Charlotte witl) Defoy Glenn and Tom Vance, and at North Carolina School of The Arts in( Winston Salem. This will be his third Fu- I gard play this season. He played John in GM*S *Pie Island, and the role of Sam in The Common Thea tre’e Master Harold And The Bovs. McCormick is ^ U. S. Army vet eran, and currently an undergrad - -- ~ T---V ■ " -I I ■vnnrsinRHHRB Furaha Na Sanaa, taken from the ancient African language of Swahili, neans “Fun With The Arts." Celebrate the richness of Afro-American culture at The Charlotte Observer Afro-American Festival. June 18-20. It’s three great days of the cultural and historical achievements and expressions of today's Afro-American artists. Festival sites will be Ovens Auditoriufn and the Afro-American Cultural Center. The family-oriented festival will be an educational, cultural, uplifting experience for all members of the community and will feature art. entertainment, food and crafts. Don’t miss the exciting activities of the first Charlotte Observer Afro-American Festival. The oldest daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., Yolanda King will share her perspective on growing up in the South. Her appearance is especially important to a festival celebrating the arts, for the respected civil rights advocate is also a talented actress, producer and director. As she defines it. "While it Is imperative to actively challenge the forces that deny human beings their right to a decent life ... one must also stimulate the hearts and minds of both the privileged as well as those who have been too long denied. Within the arts lies this power. For more than two decades, The Mighty Clouds Of Joy have set the standard for the gospel industry with 24 albums, Grammy awards and appearances with such artists as the Rolling Stones, Andre Crouch, James Cleveland. Earth. Wind & Fire, and many others. Don’t miss this special performance, with the opening act performed by these local gospel choirs who’ll get the thunder rolling for The Mighty Clouds of Joy: Greater Mt. Zion Baptist. Greenville Memorial AME Zion, St. Mark's/Hunter’s Chapel and Shiloh Institutional Baptist. Artists, musicians and dancers, ethnic food, children's activities and crafts and more highlight this day-long festival celebrating the arts. All of Charlotte is Invited to this joyful event that Is sure to educate, entertain and embrace the history and future promise of Afro-American culture In American society. TICKET INFORMATION. Tickets cost $10 for Yolanda King or The Mighty Clouds Of Joy; or see both for one price of $15. There te no admission charge for the Saturday festival. Tickets are available by mail with the coupon below, or jn The Lobby Shop of The Charlotte Observer,at the Coliseum Box Office, and at the Afro American Cultural Center □ Send- tickets to Yolanda King Enclosed Is $10 per ticket. P Send- tickets to The Mighty Clouds Of Joy. Enclosed Is $10 per ticket. □Send-- combination tickets Enclosed Is $15 per tloket. Name - _...__ . j Address___._ City, state, zip ... . . . i Phonee: Day ■■■ - Evening ■ (T _i “—* i .. n llM— _ I _ June 19 TkoMitkty Clouds of Joy With Local Gospel Choirs Ovena Auditorium 8 p.m. Afro-American Outdoor Festival Cultural Center 7th Street Vicinity 10 a.m.-6 p.m. ^(the Charlotte (Dbseroer To ntaatm. cat XXMMft toil msr HC i soosv msi «C l-MVMHJM I The city of Charlotte is in need of expanded cab service. 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