Events
Finding Fela! Portland Film Premiere & Benefit
- 6:00pm Thursday, November 6, 2014
MUSIC IS THE WEAPON! Join Afropop Worldwide for the Portland 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.
With a reception before the screening starting at 6 pm. A taco bar for guests who attend the reception is generously donated by Porque No?
What: Finding Fela! Portland Film Premiere & Benefit
When: Thursday, November 6, 2014, 6 pm to 9 pm
Reception begins at 6 pm
Where: North Star Ballroom
635 N Killingsworth Ct
Portland, OR 97217
Tickets: $35/$40 at the door. Available on EventBrite
This screening is a benefit Public Radio International's Afropop Worldwide and the preservation and development of its 25+ years archive. Documenting the golden age of modern African music, the Afropop Worldwide archive 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.
Afropop Worldwide is YOUR source for music and stories from the African planet! We explore the world through sound, from the ancient past to the cutting edge present combining music, history, and culture. You can download the Afropop Worldwide podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or your favorite podcaster. To learn more, go to: Afropop.org