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David Mills portrays 20th century African American poet Langston Hughes: A presentation and poetry workshop
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Free. Park entrance fees apply. The presentation beginning at 1 pm is free, the workshop at 3 pm is limited to 30 spaces by reservation only.Location:
Presentation and workshop will take place in the John Brown Museum in Lower Town Harpers Ferry.Dates & Times
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A free presentation will begin at 1 pm, followed by a 3 pm workshop limited to 30 spaces by reservation only.
Description
African American poet Langston Hughes was an innovator of Jazz Poetry in the 1920s—a form of poetry that incorporated syncopated rhythms, jive language, and loose, improvised-like phrasing. Hughes has an interesting tie to Harpers Ferry: his maternal grandmother’s first husband was Lewis Leary, a follower of John Brown killed in the 1859 raid. Hughes wrote the poem October 16: The Raid, as well as a poem for Storer College students.
Experience this form of art and expression through actor and writer David Mills. Mills has worked in the dramatic and literary community for more than a decade. Inspired by living in Langston Hughes home for several years, Mills created a one-person dramatic rendition of Hughes’ poems and short stories.
At 3pm, following his portrayal of Hughes and a small reception, Mills will offer a poetry workshop. The workshop is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required by calling the Harpers Ferry Park Association at 304-535-6881. (30 participants max.)
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Image Gallery
Harpers Ferry NHP Museum Collection, Catalog # HAFE 4212 (Photo by Clemson University, Open Parks Ne
Provided by David Mills