"Many of these posters are the only surviving proof of certain shows, with no recordings of plays, and certain films, having been lost over time. They offer a history of Black Americans trying to counter harmful stereotypes and provide vital and humanizing contributions to a growing Black culture."
The Poster House in New York presents an exhibition dedicated to Black performers on stage and screen spanning from the 1880s through the 1940s. These posters represent invaluable historical documentation, as many constitute the sole surviving evidence of theatrical productions and films that have been lost to time. The collection demonstrates how Black Americans actively worked to counter harmful stereotypes while simultaneously building and enriching Black cultural expression. The exhibition, titled Act Black: Posters from Black American Stage & Screen, runs from March 13 to September 6, offering viewers insight into this crucial period of African American performance history and cultural achievement.
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