In the last week I have read “White Fragility” by Robin DiAngelo and begun reading “The New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexander, and I watched the documentary film “13th,” directed by Ava DuVernay. That is only the beginning of the self-education I intend to do, and I recommend all three works.
It’s so refreshing to hear from someone who truly wants to make real change, not limited to the month this trend will last for. I really hope this entire situation isn’t just a meme.
Haymarket Books have a free Download of the eBook version of “who do you serve, who do you protect?”, an anthology of essays by black writers about the effects of Police violence and alternatives to work towards
Becoming an Ally by Anne Bishop is excellent. While not focused solely on race, it does drive the important fact home that allyship is a journey, not a destination.
Thank you, Tommy. Thank you for expressing to your viewers what you’re planning to do to help. As to resources, this is a great guide/action plan that’s been assembled to help people not only educate themselves but take action to assist the Black community: bit.ly/junejustice
Not really theater related but related to the issue at hand: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot and watch the Innocence Files on Netflix
Good to have you back, Tommy. As for book recs - obviously The Hate U Give by the wonderful Angie Thomas is, sadly, every bit as relevant today as the day it was published. I would recommend Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes. I haven't read this yet but I just found out that Jason Reynolds has created a YA version of Stamped From The Beginning, simply called Stamped, that I'm certain will be excellent.
Somebody's probably already mentioned "How To Be An Antiracist" by Ibram X. Kendi, but it's incredible. Also recommended: "This Book is Antiracist" by Tiffany Jewell is great for kids (of all ages).
Thank you so much for this. Its a comfort to know there is support in our theatre community. Especially after hearing the distressing news about some of the biggest Broadway producers donating large sums of money to the Trump Campaign!!
"Me and White Supremacy" has been a really helpful way to not only begin the learning process about the state of racism in our country but due to its journal prompts also has helped me engage with the text and recognize my own personal biases, even if I previously thought they didn't exist. In conjunction, less directly related to the issue, but to anyone interested in fantasy I highly recommend the Watchmen books by Terry Pratchett (starting with Guards! Guards!). Sometimes things will stick more in my conciousness when I process them from multiple angles and if anyone else does the same these books have been extremely indicative of our time. Thank you for this video. Keep fighting.
13th, a Netflix documentary directed by Ava DuVernay. Explores how race, mass incarceration, and justice intersect in American society. I highly recommend it, learned shocking information about the US criminal justice system and exposed a lot of my own prejudices and biases towards those in the criminal justice system. Full film is available on UA-cam: ua-cam.com/video/krfcq5pF8u8/v-deo.html
If you search for the UA-cam channel "Zoe Amira" the first result will be a video that 1) Showcases a lot of black creators and 2) is full of ads. 100% of the money made from ads will go to various charities, it's a pretty good way to support the cause if you can't donate yourself!
I commend you. Thank you! But this cannot be a momentary knee jerk. Like theater, it must go on. Recognized wirldwide, American music in its various forms, is rooted in black music. Best example is Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, and many of his other works. Many black film performers came out of the black theater, which is still alive and well, currently fueled by Tyler Perry.
I was lucky enough to take an African American Literature class in college. I read 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison and it remains one of the most challenging books I've ever read. I sort of hated it, and I recommend it. It helped me appreciate one of my favorite shows I house managed: The Royale. That lit class also inspired me to research and write about black representation in my Musical Theatre History class. I compared Raisin and Passing Strange. We are lucky to spend our time engaged in theatre because it celebrates empathy and storytelling. Lets continue to lift up the stories and careers of black artists. It will make us better theatre practitioners and people.
A book that I would recommend How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi. I recently read that and it was very informative. Also Invisible No More by Andrea J. Ritchie which I have just started reading.
This video made me realise how long it took George Floyd to die, and how many decisions that the officer had to make in that time to keep killing him. It is impossible to interpret this as a mistake. It was a cruel and malicious killing and a horrible way for this man to die.
In the video you mentioned that 3 officers stood by and watched but that’s not true, only 1 stood by and watched, the other two were holding George Floyd down at the waist and feet while the other guy knelt on his neck.
The actions of all police officers involved in the George Floyd incident is deplorable and should be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. The response under the banner of a political lobby movement dedicated to riots and destruction is equally deplorable. While I personally disagree with the response seen over the past week or so, and I also disagree with the responses of You Tube channels such as this one, I have not and will not unsubscribe just because I disagree. A difference of opinion is not an automatic hatred and much of the world needs to relearn that right now. I look forward to a more entertaining video from you in the near future.
I’m deeply sorry you feel that way and invite you to seek out resources that challenge your beliefs. If all you see in the BLM protests across the world are “riots and destruction” then you are not seeing the full picture.
But, like, killing someone in cold blood and rioting against injustice are equally deplorable? Most people seem to agree that what happened to George Floyd was unjust. I would argue that the response is overwhelmingly dedicated to pursuing justice. More palatable forms of protest have been ignored, how then are we to achieve justice? Please don't see my response to your comment as hatred, I just think there is a different understanding to be drawn.
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In the last week I have read “White Fragility” by Robin DiAngelo and begun reading “The New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexander, and I watched the documentary film “13th,” directed by Ava DuVernay. That is only the beginning of the self-education I intend to do, and I recommend all three works.
This was extremly touching and pure. Thanks for speaking up Tom.
It’s so refreshing to hear from someone who truly wants to make real change, not limited to the month this trend will last for. I really hope this entire situation isn’t just a meme.
Haymarket Books have a free Download of the eBook version of “who do you serve, who do you protect?”, an anthology of essays by black writers about the effects of Police violence and alternatives to work towards
I also highly recommend anything by Assata Shakur, Angela Y. Davis, James Baldwin, Audre Lorde, Andrea Jenkins, and the book "The New Jim Crowe".
This was really moving. Thank you Mr. Mash.
Even though it's the best time to be alive, it's still a shit time. We have come so far and still have so far to go. I hope we make it.
I did a double-take when I saw this in my notifications lol... glad you’re back and talking about such an important issue :)
very sad there wasn’t a tony’s this year - we all are. but thank you so much for making this video. we love your channel! BLACK LIVES MATTER!
Becoming an Ally by Anne Bishop is excellent. While not focused solely on race, it does drive the important fact home that allyship is a journey, not a destination.
"Between the World and Me." Ta-Nehisi Coates.
It's nice to see you pop up
Thank you, Tommy. Thank you for expressing to your viewers what you’re planning to do to help. As to resources, this is a great guide/action plan that’s been assembled to help people not only educate themselves but take action to assist the Black community: bit.ly/junejustice
Not really theater related but related to the issue at hand: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot and watch the Innocence Files on Netflix
Thank you for this, but also we miss you and hope you are doing well
Good to have you back, Tommy. As for book recs - obviously The Hate U Give by the wonderful Angie Thomas is, sadly, every bit as relevant today as the day it was published. I would recommend Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes. I haven't read this yet but I just found out that Jason Reynolds has created a YA version of Stamped From The Beginning, simply called Stamped, that I'm certain will be excellent.
It’s really moving. Thank you 🙏
Thank you Tommy. You get it.
Thank you MTM guy for this post.
Thank you
Somebody's probably already mentioned "How To Be An Antiracist" by Ibram X. Kendi, but it's incredible. Also recommended: "This Book is Antiracist" by Tiffany Jewell is great for kids (of all ages).
Thank you Tommy
Thank you so much for this. Its a comfort to know there is support in our theatre community. Especially after hearing the distressing news about some of the biggest Broadway producers donating large sums of money to the Trump Campaign!!
"Me and White Supremacy" has been a really helpful way to not only begin the learning process about the state of racism in our country but due to its journal prompts also has helped me engage with the text and recognize my own personal biases, even if I previously thought they didn't exist.
In conjunction, less directly related to the issue, but to anyone interested in fantasy I highly recommend the Watchmen books by Terry Pratchett (starting with Guards! Guards!). Sometimes things will stick more in my conciousness when I process them from multiple angles and if anyone else does the same these books have been extremely indicative of our time.
Thank you for this video. Keep fighting.
Thank you for using your platform to speak on these issues and pledging to make a change. #BLM
This is really important!
13th, a Netflix documentary directed by Ava DuVernay. Explores how race, mass incarceration, and justice intersect in American society. I highly recommend it, learned shocking information about the US criminal justice system and exposed a lot of my own prejudices and biases towards those in the criminal justice system. Full film is available on UA-cam: ua-cam.com/video/krfcq5pF8u8/v-deo.html
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If you search for the UA-cam channel "Zoe Amira" the first result will be a video that 1) Showcases a lot of black creators and 2) is full of ads. 100% of the money made from ads will go to various charities, it's a pretty good way to support the cause if you can't donate yourself!
I commend you. Thank you! But this cannot be a momentary knee jerk. Like theater, it must go on. Recognized wirldwide, American music in its various forms, is rooted in black music. Best example is Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, and many of his other works. Many black film performers came out of the black theater, which is still alive and well, currently fueled by Tyler Perry.
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I was lucky enough to take an African American Literature class in college. I read 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison and it remains one of the most challenging books I've ever read. I sort of hated it, and I recommend it. It helped me appreciate one of my favorite shows I house managed: The Royale. That lit class also inspired me to research and write about black representation in my Musical Theatre History class. I compared Raisin and Passing Strange. We are lucky to spend our time engaged in theatre because it celebrates empathy and storytelling. Lets continue to lift up the stories and careers of black artists. It will make us better theatre practitioners and people.
The 20th Anniversary edition of Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria; Whisting Vivaldi. Thank you.
So You Want To Talk About Race by Ijeomi Oluo is wonderful.
A book that I would recommend How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi. I recently read that and it was very informative. Also Invisible No More by Andrea J. Ritchie which I have just started reading.
"Days of War, Nights of Love" was the anarchy primer assigned to me in college. I've also heard some fun stories about "Steal this Book".
I might just raise my patreon donations now ♡
This video made me realise how long it took George Floyd to die, and how many decisions that the officer had to make in that time to keep killing him. It is impossible to interpret this as a mistake. It was a cruel and malicious killing and a horrible way for this man to die.
ah yes, the grease sing along
Fascinating.
Happy to be the sole viewer
In the video you mentioned that 3 officers stood by and watched but that’s not true, only 1 stood by and watched, the other two were holding George Floyd down at the waist and feet while the other guy knelt on his neck.
Also the fact that you made this video 8:46 was powerful
Two down voters need a hug.
Yay
The mistreatment of black people in America makes you say 'yay'? Hmm.
The actions of all police officers involved in the George Floyd incident is deplorable and should be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. The response under the banner of a political lobby movement dedicated to riots and destruction is equally deplorable.
While I personally disagree with the response seen over the past week or so, and I also disagree with the responses of You Tube channels such as this one, I have not and will not unsubscribe just because I disagree.
A difference of opinion is not an automatic hatred and much of the world needs to relearn that right now.
I look forward to a more entertaining video from you in the near future.
I’m deeply sorry you feel that way and invite you to seek out resources that challenge your beliefs. If all you see in the BLM protests across the world are “riots and destruction” then you are not seeing the full picture.
But, like, killing someone in cold blood and rioting against injustice are equally deplorable? Most people seem to agree that what happened to George Floyd was unjust. I would argue that the response is overwhelmingly dedicated to pursuing justice. More palatable forms of protest have been ignored, how then are we to achieve justice? Please don't see my response to your comment as hatred, I just think there is a different understanding to be drawn.