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Black is eternal

Black Is Eternal is an exploration of classic Black literature through dramatic performance and visualization. Written pieces including poetry, prose, and excerpts from books, plays, and movies are performed by local actors under the direction of Vincent Powell. Each day of Black History Month, a new video is posted to 7972 Films’ social media profiles. The goal of Black is Eternal is to communicate that our ancestors’ art, beauty, pain, tenacity, and love lives on in us and will continue to live on through future generations - it’s eternal.

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  • A special message from our visionary, @vincentpowell...
    3/10/22

    A special message from our visionary, @vincentpowell...

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

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

  • "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou
    3/7/22

    "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou

    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
    3/7/22

    "Black Boys Play the Classics" by Toi Derricotte

    "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

  • "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou
    3/4/22

    "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou

    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

  • "Summertime" performed by @greathouselive and @rlhproduction
    3/7/22

    "Summertime" performed by @greathouselive and @rlhproduction

    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

  • "All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks
    3/4/22

    "All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks

    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

  • "Nina's Blues" by Cornelius Eady
    3/4/22

    "Nina's Blues" by Cornelius Eady

    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

  • "Miz Rosa Rides Da Bus" by Angela Jackson
    3/1/22

    "Miz Rosa Rides Da Bus" by Angela Jackson

    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

  • "Love after Love" by Derek Walcott
    2/28/22

    "Love after Love" by Derek Walcott

    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

  • "A Memory" by Saeed Jones
    2/28/22

    "A Memory" by Saeed Jones

    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

  • "Harlem Shadows" by Claude McKay
    2/24/22

    "Harlem Shadows" by Claude McKay

    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

  • Excerpt From "Black-ish"
    2/24/22

    Excerpt From "Black-ish"

    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
    2/20/22

    “Sorrow Home” by Margaret Walker

    “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 Nikki Giovanni
    2/20/22

    Ego Tripping by Nikki Giovanni

    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

  • "Who Taught You to Hate Yourself" by Malcolm X
    2/20/22

    "Who Taught You to Hate Yourself" by Malcolm X

    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
    2/18/22

    "Go Down Death" by James Weldon Johnson

    “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

  • “Young Gifted and Black” by  Lorraine Hansberry & "Let's Stay Together"
    2/15/22

    “Young Gifted and Black” by Lorraine Hansberry & "Let's Stay Together"

    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

  • “A Negro Love Song” by Paul Laurence Dunbar & “My Funny Valentine”
    2/15/22

    “A Negro Love Song” by Paul Laurence Dunbar & “My Funny Valentine”

    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

  • “The Creation” by James Weldon Johnson
    2/7/22

    “The Creation” by James Weldon Johnson

    “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

  • "The Slave Auction" by Francis Ellen Watkins Harpers
    2/12/22

    "The Slave Auction" by Francis Ellen Watkins Harpers

    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 Brief Moment in History
    2/12/22

    A Brief Moment in History

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

  • Excerpt from "Fences" by August Wilson
    2/12/22

    Excerpt from "Fences" by August Wilson

    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"- Denzel Washington
    2/8/22

    Excerpt from "Remember the Titans"- Denzel Washington

    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

  • Black Is Eternal- Official Curriculum
    2/6/22

    Black Is Eternal- Official Curriculum

    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
    2/6/22

    "Strange Fruit" by Billie Holiday

    “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
    2/5/22

    “Boyz N Da Hood” by John Singleton

    “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
    2/4/22

    “Diva” by TaKasha Francis

    “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
    2/3/22

    "A Lesson Before Dying" by Ernest J. Gaines

    “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

  • “The Negro Mother” (1931) by Langston Hughes
    2/2/22

    “The Negro Mother” (1931) by Langston Hughes

    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

  • "Ain't Misbehavin'" & Sidney Poitier's Words
    2/1/22

    "Ain't Misbehavin'" & Sidney Poitier's Words

    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