The Chattanooga Festivals of Black Arts & Ideas (CFBA&I) are ongoing festival series highlighting and celebrating extraordinary artists of African descent in the disciplines of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, film and literature.
August Wilson, a playmaking giant, achieved success as a playwright and author, winning Pulitzers and Tonys.
We honor his legacy by showcasing powerful theatrical productions that capture the African American experience and recognizing those on stage and back stage that help bring them to life.
August Wilson, a playmaking giant, achieved success as a playwright and author, winning Pulitzers and Tonys.
We honor his legacy by showcasing powerful theatrical productions that capture the African American experience and recognizing those on stage and back stage that help bring them to life.
August Wilson, a playmaking giant, achieved success as a playwright and author, winning Pulitzers and Tonys.
We honor his legacy by showcasing powerful theatrical productions that capture the African American experience and recognizing those on stage and back stage that help bring them to life.
Elizabeth Catlett, a pivotal figure in Black art, fused brilliance with activism, depicting the strength, resilience, and beauty of the Black experience.
We honor her legacy by exhibiting and discussing the impact of diverse visual artworks reflecting social activism and Black identity.
Elizabeth Catlett, a pivotal figure in Black art, fused brilliance with activism, depicting the strength, resilience, and beauty of the Black experience.
We honor her legacy by exhibiting and discussing the impact of diverse visual artworks reflecting social activism and Black identity.
Elizabeth Catlett, a pivotal figure in Black art, fused brilliance with activism, depicting the strength, resilience, and beauty of the Black experience.
We honor her legacy by exhibiting and discussing the impact of diverse visual artworks reflecting social activism and Black identity.
James Baldwin, a literary luminary, reshaped Black art through powerful prose.
We honor his legacy by curating discussions, showcasing voices, and promoting literary works across all genres, particularly those delving into the complexities of race, identity, and social justice.
James Baldwin, a literary luminary, reshaped Black art through powerful prose.
We honor his legacy by curating discussions, showcasing voices, and promoting literary works across all genres, particularly those delving into the complexities of race, identity, and social justice.
James Baldwin, a literary luminary, reshaped Black art through powerful prose.
We honor his legacy by curating discussions, showcasing voices, and promoting literary works across all genres, particularly those delving into the complexities of race, identity, and social justice.
We honor our ancestors/forebears on Juneteenth by holding this day in reverence and celebrating ourselves to celebrate them.
We achieve this by curating a diverse range of artistic expressions that amplify narratives of resilience, freedom, and the Black experience, fostering a space for celebration, reflection, and cultural enrichment.
We honor our ancestors/forebears on Juneteenth by holding this day in reverence and celebrating ourselves to celebrate them.
We achieve this by curating a diverse range of artistic expressions that amplify narratives of resilience, freedom, and the Black experience, fostering a space for celebration, reflection, and cultural enrichment.
We honor our ancestors/forebears on Juneteenth by holding this day in reverence and celebrating ourselves to celebrate them.
We achieve this by curating a diverse range of artistic expressions that amplify narratives of resilience, freedom, and the Black experience, fostering a space for celebration, reflection, and cultural enrichment.
Katherine Dunham, a pioneering dancer, infused African and Caribbean influences into modern dance, challenging racial barriers.
We honor her legacy with vibrant dance performances, preserving African choreography through education and promoting excellence in dance.
Katherine Dunham, a pioneering dancer, infused African and Caribbean influences into modern dance, challenging racial barriers.
We honor her legacy with vibrant dance performances, preserving African choreography through education and promoting excellence in dance.
Katherine Dunham, a pioneering dancer, infused African and Caribbean influences into modern dance, challenging racial barriers.
We honor her legacy with vibrant dance performances, preserving African choreography through education and promoting excellence in dance.
The Legacy Music Festival celebrates the profound influence of the global African diaspora on music, spanning jazz, blues, gospel, and beyond. Rooted in resilience, Black music transcends borders, shaping global culture.
Join us in honoring this rich heritage that fosters connections, understanding, and appreciation, making it an indispensable force in the world of music.
The Legacy Music Festival celebrates the profound influence of the global African diaspora on music, spanning jazz, blues, gospel, and beyond. Rooted in resilience, Black music transcends borders, shaping global culture.
Join us in honoring this rich heritage that fosters connections, understanding, and appreciation, making it an indispensable force in the world of music.
The Legacy Music Festival celebrates the profound influence of the global African diaspora on music, spanning jazz, blues, gospel, and beyond. Rooted in resilience, Black music transcends borders, shaping global culture.
Join us in honoring this rich heritage that fosters connections, understanding, and appreciation, making it an indispensable force in the world of music.
Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing filmmaker, created over 40 films addressing social issues and portraying complex Black characters.
We honor his legacy by showcasing films fostering authentic Black storytelling in front and behind the camera with a commitment to continued innovation in Black cinema.
Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing filmmaker, created over 40 films addressing social issues and portraying complex Black characters.
We honor his legacy by showcasing films fostering authentic Black storytelling in front and behind the camera with a commitment to continued innovation in Black cinema.
Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing filmmaker, created over 40 films addressing social issues and portraying complex Black characters.
We honor his legacy by showcasing films fostering authentic Black storytelling in front and behind the camera with a commitment to continued innovation in Black cinema.