Voices Beyond Borders: A Poetic and Musical Tribute to Paul Robeson
An evening of poetry and music to commemorate Paul Robeson’s vibrant, heroic voice raised in artful resistance. A tribute to Robeson’s contribution to workers’ internationalism, and a celebration of Black History Month. Featuring presentations/performances by George Elliot Clarke, Lillian Allen, Evie Shockley, Michael Fraser, Honey Novick, Jim Phelan, and Giovanna Riccio. Watch video »
An evening of poetry and music to commemorate Paul Robeson’s fight against racism and contribution to workers’ internationalism. In celebration of Black History Month, featuring presentations/performances by George Elliot Clarke, Lillian Allen, Evie Shockley, Michael Fraser, Honey Novick, Jim Phelan, and Giovanna Riccio.
Attended by over 200 people on ZOOM and supported by the Socialist Project and the Centre for Social Justice.
0:00 Introduction w/ Giovanna Riccio
4:17 Honey Novick
11:26 Introduction to Michael Fraser w/ Giovanna Riccio
12:13 Michael Fraser
21:40 Introduction Jim Phelan w/ Giovanna Riccio
22:59 Jim Phelan
31:57 Introduction to Evie Shockley w/ Giovanna Riccio
33:10 Evie Shockley
44:42 Giovanna Riccio – Ode in the Paul Robeson Tomato
48:31 Introduction to Lillian Allen w/ Giovanna Riccio
49:29 Lillian Allen
57:50 Introduction to George Elliot Clarke w/ Giovanna Riccio
59:40 George Elliot Clarke 1
1:08:10 Concluding Comments w/ Giovanna Riccio
Video recorded and edited by Tanner Mirrlees, February 25, 2021.
