Dec 17 2008
Paul Robeson Comes to Life in “Speak Of Me As I Am”
The great African-American singer and activist Paul Robeson will be brought back to life this weekend in an exciting one-man show. In “Speak of Me as I am,†classically trained opera singer K.B. Solomon pays tribute to Robeson’s life in song and struggle. Through a riveting narrative of the outspoken artist, the historical stage tribute retraces Robeson’s courageous political stands and the reactionary repercussions he faced as a result. Strikingly matching the activist’s signature sound, Solomon’s rich Basso Profundo voice soulfully recreates twenty-one songs in the production, most of which were recorded by Robeson himself. This weekend’s performances of “Speak of Me as I am,†are part of a Christmas Benefit for the Peace and Justice Pantry. Proceeds from the shows will fund a joint project between Venice Food Not Bombs and the Venice United Methodist Church to bring food to the needy.
GUEST: KB Solomon, actor and singer appearing in “Speak of Me As I Am”
There will be two performances of Speak of Me As I Am on Friday 12/19 at 8 pm and Sunday 12/21 at 3 pm at the Peace and Justice Hall, Venice United Methodist Church, 2210 Lincoln Blvd, Venice CA 90291. For reservations, call 310-398-7192.
One Response to “Paul Robeson Comes to Life in “Speak Of Me As I Am””
Am very upset that i didn’t learn about paul Robeson when i was in high school. I just learned about him five days ago in my music class