an Urban Word NYC Benefit
Performances by Yaya Bey, & Music by DJ Reborn
Curated by Mahogany L. Browne
Date: Monday, March 28, 2021, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Black Girl Magic Virtual Stage
HONORING THESE PURVEYORS OF BLACK GIRL MAGIC:
Elizabeth Alexander (Poet, Educator & President, Andrew W. Mellon Foundation)
Natasha S. Alford (VP Digital Content, The Grio, CNN Political Analyst , Filmmaker)
Naj Austin (Founder/CEO, Ethel's Club & Somewhere Good social platform)
Dr Uche’ Blackstock (Founder/CEO, Advancing Health Equity & MSNBC contributor)
Jeannine Cook (Activist & Owner, Harriet & Ida Bookstores)
Ashley C. Ford (New York Times bestselling author, Somebody’s Daughter)
ALSO, we will be hosting an in-person Black Girl Magic Ball Reception on March 29th @ 7pm at the Museum of the City of New York. Here we will be celebrating our awardees while enjoying food, music, and each other.
(Limited number of tickets- all attendees must be vaccinated as per the NYC Law)
Attire: Yes, attire! It's a ball! Here is a reason to get all glammed up. Cocktail wear, prom-wear, however you define regal or magic. For inspiration, check out the Black Girl Magic Ball Official Instagram!
FUN FACT: You don't have to be a Black Girl to attend! All allies are welcome!
Come celebrate!
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TICKET OPTIONS:
Platinum Ticket @ $125
- Ticket to the Virtual Event AND the In-Person Reception! (Must be vaccinated and present a negative Covid Test to enter)
- Limited Edition Black Girl Magic Gift Box
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Gold Ticket @ $85
- Ticket to the Virtual Event
- Limited Edition Black Girl Magic Gift Box
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Silver Ticket @ $50
- Ticket to the Virtual Event
- Copy of Vinyl Moon, Novel by Mahogany L. Browne
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General Ticket @ $35
- Ticket to the Virtual Event
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Student Tickets are Available for $25.
Email a current school ID to [email protected]
Past Honorees include Sonia Sanchez, Dr. Eve Ewing, Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Camonghne Felix, Aja Monet, Glory Edim, Cheryl Boyce-Taylor, Toshi Reagon, Yandy Harris-Smith, Dr. Bobbi Peterson, Kamilah Forbes, Olaronke Akinmowo, Nicole Sealey, & Jamila Woods.