Monthly Archive

April 2009

Welcome to our Archives page. On this page you will find totaly 8 of our articles broken down into Months and Years.
Music
Meres J. Weche

Wynton Marsalis: Of jazz and spoken word

Wynton Marsalis needs little introduction. He is considered one of modern jazz’s most prominent composers and trumpeters. His music is a mix of jazz, swing, and blues, but he is also admired as a gift... read more..

Lifestyle
AfroToronto Team

The ten reasons I love rocking my fro…

My natural hair journey has not been without its obstacles, yet I feel empowered whenever I think about all the wonderful things that come along with rocking my fro. read more..

Books
Meres J. Weche

Book Review: 40 Dayz of Motion

Few artists on either the local spoken word or hip-hop scene can boast of having the skills to seamlessly navigate both worlds. Toronto-born and bred artist Motion, a.k.a. Wendy Braithwaite, is just s... read more..

Theatre
AfroToronto Team

Last Days of Last Days of Judas

Stop me if you’ve heard this one.  Pontius Pilate, Jesus and a couple of soldiers walk into a fermenting cellar…Sound familiar?  Try this.  Fifteen phenomenal actors walk into a rehea read more..

Music
Meres J. Weche

CD Review: Cassandra Wilson Revisits Pop

Grammy-winning American jazz musician and vocalist Cassandra Wilson released a new compilation album this week.  “Closer To You: The Pop Side” is an entirely cover album that captures some of pop... read more..

Movies
Meres J. Weche

The 9th Annual ReelWorld Film Festival - April 15-19, 2009

The ReelWorld Film Festival turns 9 in style this year with 47 films from 14 countries. Running from Wednesday, April 15th, to Sunday, April 19th, the festival will feature 6 world premieres, 6 intern... read more..

Books
Meres J. Weche

Emmanuel Jal: War Child

The annual Sprockets Toronto International Film Festival for Children will be held from April 18th to 24th. As always, the festival will feature a wide array of engaging films that are sure to appeal ... read more..

Travel
AfroToronto Team

Travelling on a budget

With the recession in full swing, it’s hard to cut all the things in your life that are considered “luxuries.” One of the first things to go is the travel income, even though many of us enjoy gettin read more..

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