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Category: Inspirational
12/20/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Meet The First Black Star Of New York City Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’
The 2024 New York City Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker has cast Charlotte Nebres, a black dancer, to play Marie for the first time in the productions 70 year history. Continue reading
10/1/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Chadwick Boseman’s Tribute to Denzel Washington (2019)
Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman pays tribute to Denzel Washington as he receives the 2019 AFI Life Achievement Award the presentation was broadcast on TNT. Continue reading
9/17/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Hannibal Barca- The Man Who Tried To Conquer Rome
Hannibal was a Carthaginian (Northern Africa) general and statesman who commanded the forces of Carthage in their battle against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. His campaign bring his army over the Alps in the winter was one of the boldest moves in history. Continue reading
(REPOST) 9/10/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: From Stutterer To Star: How James Earl Jones Found His Voice
James Earl Jones, the 92-year-old acting legend who in 2014 made his return to Broadway in the play You Can’t Take It With You, discusses the highs and lows of his six-decade-long career, from his modest beginnings suffering from a stutter to a celebrated star of stage and screen with one of the most recognizable voices in the world. Continue reading
7/30/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Sheryl Lee Ralph Emmy Acceptance Video
If you’re not watching Abbott Elementary, you might want to fix that ASAP. Not only is it one of the best and most wholesome new comedies on TV, every episode is worth it for Sheryl Lee Ralph‘s regally hilarious line readings alone. And clearly the Television Academy agrees: Ralph won an Emmy for Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as the imdomitable veteran kindergarten teacher Mrs. Howard. Ralph is also the first Black woman since Jackée Harry in 1987 to win this Emmy. Continue reading
4/23/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: The Best African Wise Proverbs
African wisdom has the power to inspire and guide us on our own personal journeys. Through captivating visuals and insightful narration, providing a glimpse into the profound wisdom that lies within African culture. Let the wisdom of Africa wash over you, leaving you with a renewed sense of appreciation for the power of ancient knowledge. Continue reading
4/2/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Jennifer Hudson Wins Best Supporting Actress at the 79th Oscars (2007)
George Clooney presents singer/actor Jennifer Hudson with the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Dreamgirls at the 79th Academy Awards in 2007. Continue reading
3/26/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: College Students Surprise Security Guard
A beloved college security guard mentioned that he hadn’t visited his family in Nigeria for a long time. So a group of students started a GoFundMe and surprised him with a trip. Continue reading
3/19/24 O&A NYC CELEBRATING WOMEN ON INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Jennifer Hudson Wins Best Supporting Actress – 79th Oscars (2007)
George Clooney presenting Jennifer Hudson with the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Dreamgirls at the 79th Academy Awards in 2007.
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