Conversation in Courage with Renee Powell
February 25, 8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
August Wilson Center
Renee Powell pays tribute to her father William Powell, who was the first African-American to design, build, own, and operate a golf course. Ms. Powell discusses her father's challenges and his vision of golf as a means to bring together people of diverse backgrounds and interests. In addition, she details her career as the second African-American woman to play on the Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour. The PNC Black History Month Speaker Series begins at 8:15 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 10 at the August Wilson Center. The event is free and open to the public.
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Precious: Based on the novel 'Push' by Sapphire
February 19-25
Harris Theater, 809 Liberty Avenue
Downtown Pittsburgh
Nominated for a Best Picture Oscar, this film premiered locally at the 2009 Three Rivers Film Festival. Presented with support from August Wilson Center for African American Culture and Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
Set in Harlem in 1987, it is the story of Claireece "Precious" Jones, a 16-year-old girl born into a life of abuse. Though school is a place of chaos, a patient teacher helps her to begin a journey that will lead her from darkness, pain and powerlessness to self-determination. A courageous and uncompromising work, it features unforgettable performances by Mo'Nique (who won a Golden Globe award for her role), Sherri Shepherd, Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz and outstanding newcomer Gabourey Sidibe in the title role. (Lee Daniels; USA; 2009; 109 min)
Tickets: $7 general admission, $6 students/seniors, $5 for 5:30 pm shows. For showtimes call 412.682.4111.