Events
FINDING FELA! Portland Film Premiere & Benefit Afropop Worldwide
- 6:00pm–9:00pm Thursday, November 6, 2014
MUSIC IS THE WEAPON!
Join Afropop Worldwide for the Portland, Oregon Premiere of the film by Academy Award® winning director, Alex Gibney, Finding Fela.
The film looks at the fascinating life of pioneering Nigerian musician and political activist, Fela Kuti.
Join us for a reception before the screening with a Taco Bar
generously donated by
Porque No?
Advance $35/ $40 at the door
wine and beer included
RSVP
This screening is a benefit to support Public Radio International's Afropop Worldwide and preservation and development of its 25+ year archive documenting the golden age of modern African music. This is a unique collection of audio interviews, live recordings, and private performances, as well as photographs and videos featuring contemporary artists from Africa and many parts of the global African diaspora.
Gifts are welcomed and encouraged!
Afropop Worldwide is a registered 501(c)3 organization and gifts may be tax deductible.