On this last Sunday and final day of #BlackHistoryMonth, I think of that terrible Sunday that took the lives of those four little girls. They may be gone and February may be over, but #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “Ballad Of Birmingham” (1969) by Dudley Randall. Performed by #AnáyaJudson. Song: “I Got Shoes” by @kerrinton_.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

#BlackIsEternal

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

It’s very much possible to be both deeply in love with someone and also deeply openly critical. Until the criticism of America’s flaws are accepted, we’ll never truly heal. But we won’t wait another minute to remind you that #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “America” (1921) by Claud McKay. Performed by @senorguapo713.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

#BlackIsEternal

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Being Black is a preoccupation. It’s the job. It’s the title that comes before everything else we answer to in life. Like your Black skin that has no beginning nor end, #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “Primer for Blacks” by Gwendolyn Brooks. Performed by @iam_marvinyoung

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

#BlackIsEternal

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Work while it’s day; for when night cometh no man can work.

Today’s piece: “Harvest Song” by Jean Toomer. Performed by @threeMcDaniel

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

#BlackIsEternal

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Be careful judging others, you don’t know where they’re fighting from. Black Is Eternal.

Today’s piece: “A Raisin In The Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry. Performed by @saucey.sean.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

#BlackIsEternal

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Everybody didn’t grow up playing in reflecting pools. Dirty dish water gives back no images. Representation is everything. Keep your head up though. You’re beautiful.

Today’s piece: “Black Finger” by Angelina Weld Grimke. Performed by Jasmine Darby. “No Images” byand “Motherless Child” performed by Terrie Donald.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Are you enjoying #BlackIsEternal? Tell someone about it!

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

I started performing this monologue in my senior year of high school, my roughest year. I never felt more alive than when I recited these words. I tribute today’s #BlackIsEternal to my high school Theatre Arts teacher, who watered so much of the creative seed that was planted in me, Freddie L. Buckner. Mr. Buckner also would tour me and 15 other students to churches and schools every day in February to perform Black songs, dances, and monologues..... so this series as a whole is a fitting tribute.

Also, I’d like to shoutout to my sister @delightedsoul who was a hell of a lighting technician during our performances of Young, Gifted, and Black— though the UIL judge disagreed during the OAP competition and didn’t advance us and blamed part of it on her not blacking out the lights quick enough after this monologue finished. 😂

Today’s piece: “The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window” (1964) by Lorraine Hansberry. Performed by @vincentpowell and Dave Shepard.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Are you enjoying #BlackIsEternal? Tell someone about it!

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

From dust we came, to dust we’ll return. #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “Common Dust” by Georgia Douglas Johnson. Performed by @shebaholmes.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Are you enjoying #BlackIsEternal? Tell someone about it!

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

To change the world enough. you must cease to be afraid…. The truth is these are not words of old, but #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “To Change The World Enough” by Alice Walker and “Your World” by Georgia Douglas Johnson. Performed by @j_nicole_jenks and @iam_kaylinsmith.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Are you enjoying #BlackIsEternal? Tell someone about it!

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

“America never was ‘America’ to me.” 86 years ago #LangtonHughes knew this. Still it rings true. The “idea” of America surpasses her actual ability to rise to the occassion by lightyears. That “America” doesn’t exist for Black people, yet #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “Let America Be America Again” (1935) by Langston Hughes. Performed by @kriscoadams and #KelvinDouglas.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Are you enjoying #BlackIsEternal? Tell someone about it!

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

We’re still at it y’all!! It’s still #BlackHistoryMonth! And still, #BlackIsEternal.

For nearly as long as Black people have been in America, lynching has been as well. Introduced as a form of capital punishment for slaves and sympathizers, after the end of slavery it became a jovial and communal way of killing Blacks and making examples to the wider communities. Horrific at every turn.

Today’s piece: “The Lynching” (1922) by Claude McKay. Performed by @chimdi01. “All of My Burdens” by @kerrinton_.

Everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

We’re still celebrating the mighty pillar that is the Black woman! Let us continue to admire their strength, tenacity, and beauty. Our Black Queens...we honor and celebrate you!

Y’all! It’s #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “Won’t You Celebrate With Me” (1991) by Lucille Clifton. Performed by @iam_kaylinsmith.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Editor: @a.m.films

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

“The Heart Of A Woman” by Georgia Douglas Johnson

Today for “Black is Eternal” we deal with the heart of a woman.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “The Heart of a Woman” (1918) by Georgia Douglas Johnson. Performed by @TutorTime_MissJ

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

For #PresidentsDay, Black is Eternal revisited a poem written to celebrate Barack Obama’s first inauguration.

We’re still celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth and everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “An Inaugural Poem” (2008) by David A. Love. Performed by @malcthomas.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Today is #FrederickDouglass’ birthday. Rightfully, this episode of “Black is Eternal” is dedicated to him, his life’s work of liberation, education, & equality, and his legacy.

Today is one of the main reasons that #CarterGWoodson decided that February should be #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “Frederick Douglass” (1947) by Robert Hayden. Performed by @Mpressivphenom.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

We celebrate our Black LGBTQ+ 🏳️‍🌈family in this installment of “Black is Eternal.” We love y’all!

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday, we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “The Gospel According to Miss Roj (The Colored Museum)” (1987) by #GeorgeCWolfe. Performed by @supa_xtra. [🚨EXPLICIT LANGUAGE]

The strength it takes to be Black AND identify as LGBTQ+ is something that many straight cisgender people cannot comprehend. Unfortunately, that lack of understanding or acceptance turns into hate and many times leads to hate crimes or self-harm— or worse: murder or suicide.

We pray for the safety, confidence, and boundlessness it takes to live in your truth and we embrace that.

To anyone who is struggling or needs help, here are a couple of hotlines:

Sexual Assault: 1-800-656-4673

National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-8255

Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860

Trevor Project (25 and under): 1-866-488-7386

Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741-741

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

#lgbtq #blackgay #gay #pride #blacklesbians #blacktrans #blacklgbtq

Today’s installment of “Black is Eternal” is one of the anchor points for the entire series. We’ve been here.

Today’s piece: “The Negro Speaks Of Rivers” (1921) by Langston Hughes. Performed by @senorguapo713.

We’re celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday, we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Today’s episode of “Black is Eternal” is for the Black Mommas, and Aunties, and Grannies, and Neighbors out there.

Today’s piece: “Mother To Son” (1922) by Langston Hughes. Performed by @rlhproduction.

We’re still celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday, we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Today’s installment of “Black is Eternal” speaks from the heart of the Motherland.

We’re still celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth! Everyday, we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “Africa, My Africa” (1950) by David Diop. Performed by @dave.o.shepard

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

Today’s episode of “Black Is Eternal” is a classic, one of Maya Angelou’s most notable works.

We’re celebrating Black History Month, by highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day. Black Is Eternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” (1969) by Maya Angelou . Performed by @Kerrinton_.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing Black Is Eternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell

Producer/1stAD: @blackglass

Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad

Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks

Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni

Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock

Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer

Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv

Production Design: @christianallenimage

Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall

BTS: @jgbowie

BTS: @rarepm

Filmed in: Houston, TX

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store

OMG FAMILY!!! Are we really at the end of season two!? It is indeed the end, but fret not... there is more to come in the future. Stay tuned!

For our final performance, we present @thejasminereneethomas performing the Maya Angelou classic "Still I Rise".

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

"Black Boys Play the Classics" by Toi Derricotte

Sending some extra love to our performance by @ronson_hawkins.

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

Singing y'all to sleep on a Saturday night.

"Summertime" performed by @greathouselive and @rlhproduction

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

We're at the end of the week...and sadly, nearing the end of the series. We can't thank y'all enough for all the support this year! Here's a little love to you and your Friday.

"Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou. Performed by @ty_spikes

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

STILL!!!!

We are not bound by a month, time frame, days of the week, etc. WE. ARE. ETERNAL.

Please Enjoy "All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks. Performed by @aineoriedahs . Introduced by Tabtricelee .

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

No, no, no... we said ETERNAL! We're still going y'all!!! I know you're not tired of it yet! Check out the brilliant @imsirthomas reciting "Nina's Blues" by Cornelius Eady

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

Hey fam! Happy Monday!

@IAmEFree is bringing the Black History heat with her recitation of "Miz Rosa Rides Da Bus" by Angela Jackson. Please enjoy!

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

Anyone in need of some self love??

For our last Sunday performance, we have "Love after Love" by Derek Walcott

Performed by @greathouselive with an introduction by @wallamyth

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

How did we get to the last weekend of the month so fast??!

For our last Saturday performance, we have "A Memory" by Saeed Jones

Performed by Marvin Young

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

Today's performance is brought to you by

@threemcdanie and @thewaitlosscoach.

Please enjoy

"Harlem Shadows"

@vincentpowell's @blackiseternal is

proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at

blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_

@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie,

@iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco,

@lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo,

Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass,

@the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA's: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee

@yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen

Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development:

@latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass

@delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22

#activelyblack

In honor of President’s Day, we revisit a monologue given by @anthonyanderson’s character, Dre, in the award-winning television series, “Black-ish”.

Performed by @chrisbowers

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“Sorrow Home” by Margaret Walker

Today, we’re back with one of our favorites, @saucey.sean who’s returning for a second year. We know you’ll enjoy this piece. Make sure to share. Happy Sunday y’all!

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack. 

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv 

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix 

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic 

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm 

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis 

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

Ego Tripping by @giovanni.nikki

Happy Saturday night fam!

Today’s recitation highlights the incomparable confidence of the Black woman. Whew! @iamtroicoleman you are GOLD!

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack. 

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv 

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix 

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic 

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm 

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis 

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

It wouldn’t be a Black History celebration without honoring the words of our late brother, Malcolm X. Please enjoy “Who Taught You to Hate Yourself?” by Malcolm X

Performed by @curtisvon809

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack. 

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv 

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix 

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic 

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm 

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis 

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“Go down Death” by James Weldon Johnson

Hey y’all!!

We are back with more #BlackHistory 🔥🔥. Please enjoy today’s performance brought to you by @vincentvictoria1428 and @iam_kaylinsmith

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

This excerpt from Lorraine Hansberry’s “Young Gifted and Black” is truly a cultural favorite and our amazing actors @dross__thapoet and @reynajanelle_ certainly did it justice.

Make sure to hang around for a special performance of “Let’s Stay Together” by our dear brother @deejaylowery.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack. 

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv 

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix 

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic 

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm 

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis 

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

This one is for all the lovers out there. Here’s our special ode to #blacklove on this here Valentine’s Day.

“A Negro Love Song” by Paul Laurence Dunbar Performed by @actoratwork88 and “My Funny Valentine” performed by @aineoriedahs.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#valentinesday #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

Happy Saturday fam! We hope that you all are still with us! For today’s performance, we have “The Slave Auction” by Francis Ellen Watkins Harpers. Shoutout to our amazing intern, @Imthekee__ who gave us this recitation.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

A quick word from Vincent Powell as he is on location at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Museum.

Excerpt from "Fences" by August Wilson

Today's performance shows the suppressed restlessness that black women often experience. In August Wilson’s iconic play, Rose voices how she’s too often let go of her own ambitions to see her family thrive.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

Excerpt from Remember the Titans Performed by @tjvoid

Today’s performance re-creates a riveting monologue from Denzel Washington’s character in Remember the Titans. A speech given to a group of stubborn young men in an attempt to change their opinion of each other. Please enjoy!

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack. 

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv 

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix 

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic 

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm 

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis 

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“Creation” by James Weldon Johnson. Performed by @vincentpowell.

We have a special treat for you all!! Today’s performance is brought to you by our visionary and fearless leader. In James Weldon Johnson’s book of prose, "God’s Trombones", he gives the audience a vivid re-imagination of the first two chapters in the book of Genesis. Please enjoy!

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

This year, we're leveling up with Black Is Eternal and providing a curriculum to pair with our videos! If you're an educator and are interested in using the curriculum, please email us at knowthat@blackiseternal.com.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

“Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday. Performed by @Its_CaitlinK.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

In @Its_CaitlinK’s performance, we bring recognition to one of the unfortunate realities of the Black experience. The lynching of Black people has been a part of American history since the 1800’s. Sadly it’s still being carried out to this day…sometimes even masked as suicide. Today we explore the lyrics of Billie Holiday’s Strange Fruit that serves as a vivid depiction of a ghastly lynching.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“Boyz N Da Hood” by John Singleton. Performed by @Dakarai3d

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

The late John Singleton had an uncanny ability to depict Black people in situations that allow the audience to delve into authentic expressions of the Black experience. In today’s piece, Furious Styles, portrayed by Laurence Fishburne, drops knowledge to a group of Black people about the plague of gentrification.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“Diva” by Takasha Francis. Performed by @ladivafrancois. Introduced by @blackglass.

@vincentpowell’s @blackiseternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com/store.

Today’s piece is meant to fan the flame of femininity and encourage Black women to embrace the richness of their identity.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #BIE22 #activelyblack

“A Lesson Before Dying” by Ernest J. Gaines. Performed by Kelvin Douglas. Introduced by @wallamyth.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack.

The store is live! Merch is available at blackiseternal.com.

The alchemy of mixing false accusation, untrue assumption, and overreaction more times than not has found black men unjustly behind bars, or worst killed unjustly. In today’s piece, a teacher has the burden of preparing his student to die with dignity though he did no wrong.

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

We’re elated that you all are anticipating the series this month, and it’s just the beginning! Today’s episode of Black is Eternal speaks to every mother in our life who has ever sacrificed, encouraged, or inspired a generation. Be sure to share these pieces for #BlackHistoryMonth

“The Negro Mother” (1931) by Langston Hughes. Performed by @sierrathagreat

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @activelyblack

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @michael.winland @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, @the_papi_grande, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: @fatmattmusic

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

Merch available at blackiseternal.com

Welcome to Black is Eternal, Vol. 2! BIE is an artistic celebration during Black History Month. Whether you’re a new or familiar face, we are going to have a blacktastic time exploring literature, music, film, and television all created and performed by black artists. Join us every day this month as we present a new creative piece to you.

A special thanks to this year's sponsor @activelyblack for believing in our vision!

To kick off the month, we have @shamekadwight singing “Ain’t Misbehavin’” and @twaynemays performing a piece by Sidney Poitier. Enjoy!

Director: @vincentpowell

Producer: @blackglass

DP/Colorist: @deantegray_

Editors: @andybalderas_, ​​@marialuluchavez, @89kings

Sound Editor: @arlkaizen

Cam Ops: @jomoyeni, @jgbowie, @iamkre8tiv

Gaffers: @justin_d.martinez, Mike Esco, @lynx.film

Key Grips: @dir.teo, Pyrexx, @kodyfelix

Music Supervisor: @shamekadwight

Production Manager: @johnartbullock

Casting Director: @onimuhammad

Production Coordinator: @delightedsoul

Locations: Julius & Madeline Glass, Jamarcus Glass, David & Michelle Powell

Transportation: Matthew Glass

Documentarian/BTS: @rarepm

Photo Editing: @brandon.rashad

HMU @palettesbypaige

PA’s: @eklipsedgold, @imthekee_, @yes_bree_yes, @veronica.tashae, Allen Sams, Nono Pierre, Troymanne Willis

Website: @mandijean

Curriculum Development: @latestgreatestinspiration @blackglass @delightedsoul

#blackhistorymonth #filmmaking creativity carter g woodson

Today’s episode of @vincentpowell’s “Black is Eternal” is from the most innocent of perspectives. Play it til the very end. God Bless The Child that’s got his own.

We’re still celebrating Black History Month! Every day, we’re highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers.

#BlackIsEternal is proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco.

Today’s piece: “Incident” (1925) by Countee Cullen. Performed by @wardwiththesword.

Song: “God Bless The Child” (1956) by Billie Holiday. Performed by @shamekadwight.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing Black Is Eternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

For today’s “#BlackisEternal” installment, I dusted off a piece I learned to recite at 7 years old. To those of you who’ve never seen me in this light or known why I was an international forensics champion in dramatic interpretation (2010, Berlin)— here’s a taste.

As we continue to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, by highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers, join us in enjoying, commenting, and sharing as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

Today’s piece: “The Judgement Day” (1927) by James Weldon Johnson (who penned the Negro National Anthem). Performed by Vincent Powell.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: vincent powell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

We are back with today’s episode of @vincentpowell’s “Black is Eternal”, proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco. As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we will be highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

Today’s piece: “I’m Not Giving My Black Back” Author Unknown. Performed by @thats_specks.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

Time for today’s episode of @vincentpowell’s “Black is Eternal”, proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco. As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we will be highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

Today’s piece: “Life is Fine” by Langston Hughes. Performed by @actoratwork88.

We’re so glad you’re being blessed and sharing #BlackIsEternal. The feedback is humbling and overwhelming.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

Time for today’s episode of @vincentpowell’s “Black is Eternal”, proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco. As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we will be highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

Today’s pieces:
“Ain’t I A Woman” by Sojourner Truth performed by Sierra Glover
“Motherless Child” performed by Terrie Donald.

We hope you enjoy #BlackIsEternal.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

Welcome back to another installment of “Black is Eternal." As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we will be highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

Today’s piece: “I, Too” by Langston Hughes. Performed by Kelvin Douglas

We hope you enjoy #BlackIsEternal.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX

We are very excited to present @vincentpowell’s “Black is Eternal”, proudly sponsored by @historygroomingco. As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we will be highlighting literary pieces written by iconic Black writers. Join us as we bring a new recitation to you every single day.

We hope you enjoy #BlackIsEternal.

Today’s piece: “When Great Trees Fall” by Maya Angelou. Performed by @veda_lovemua. In tribute to the late #CicelyTyson.

C R E D I T S

Writer/Director/Producer: @vincentpowell
Producer/1stAD: @blackglass
Casting Director/Prod. Coordinator: @onimuhammad
Director of Photography: @imagine_that_filmworks
Camera Op/AC/Sound: @jomoyeni
Production Manager/Camera Op: @johnartbullock
Camera Op/BTS:@directedbytazer
Camera Op: @iamkre8tiv
Production Design: @christianallenimage
Location: @vgnbaestudios @vgnbaedominique @iamanthonyhall
BTS: @jgbowie
BTS: @rarepm
Filmed in: Houston, TX