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What to the Black Community Is the Fourth of July?

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A Green Billionaire-Free Media?

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Beyond the Battlefield: Understanding the Structural Roots of the U.S.-Israel–Iran Conflict

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14th Columbus Black Theatre Festival

Thursday, July 2 at 7:00 PM 
Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Avenue

The 14th Columbus Black Theatre Festival features the theme "Still Standing Strong: Voices of Triumph". The multi-day event takes place at the Columbus Performing Arts Center (Van Fleet Theatre) at 549 Franklin Avenue in downtown Columbus.

The festival highlights diverse Black artists, playwrights, and performers. Key scheduling and ticketing details for the current year include:

  • Dates: July 2, 3, and 5. 
  • Performances:…
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