Final Bow for Yellowface was founded by Georgina Pazcoguin, New York City Ballet soloist, and Phil Chan, arts administrator and educator, with a simple pledge, "I love ballet as an art form, and acknowledge that to achieve a diversity amongst our artists, audiences, donors, students, volunteers, and staff, I am committed to eliminating outdated and offensive stereotypes of Asians (Yellowface) on our stages." We discuss the issues surrounding productions (ballet, theater, film etc. ) using outdated offensive stereotyped caricatures vs. authentic characters of ethnical & racial backgrounds. Find out why & how this initiative was founded, supported and challenged! As well as its impact Globally.

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Christopher Hernandez & I sit down for a meaningful conversation where we share the realities of what it's like to deal with injury. The Physical, mental and financial reality an injury presents in ones life. The support system and the lack of support systems surrounding those who are struggling on the road to recovery. We take an UNCENSORED approach to discussing your career through the navigation of workers compensation, and the pure fear of losing roles and at worst your actual employment due the unfortunate reality many of us face at some point in the performing arts INJURY!

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ALICIA GRAF MACK, A truly outstanding artist, scholar, wife, mother, teacher and mentor who's reach knows no limits. A former Principal Ballerina with Dance Theatre of Harlem under the direction of the late great Arthur Mitchell. A former Principal Dancer with The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater & has guested with companies and artist such as Beyoncé, John Legend and Alicia Keys among many others. A graduate of Columbia University with a master's degree from Washington University. Alicia is the first woman of color to head the dance division of the world reknown Juilliard School. This is a conversation about true passion and how to overcome and persevere in times of trials and tribulations. 

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Ja' Malik gives thanks & discusses the first 6 months of ARTS UNCENSORED & what 2020 & beyond will bring! 

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Daniel Harder is a phenomenal dancer who just completed his 10th and final season with the world renown Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and is now on Broadway in the smash hit The Lion King. We get UNCENSORED with Daniel and discuss working with such legends as Debbie Allen as well as Judith Jamison. We also discuss his journey into his new role on Broadway and more! 

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In this dynamic episode Ja’ Malik speaks directly to students and teachers in Arts programs , colleges, universities, and specialized programs where students are learning to perfect their art form. This episode is a great touch base for students to make sure they are approaching training in the right frame of mind and holding teachers accountable to make sure these students understand the importance of technical training and how the approach differs from being a professional. 

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Entrepreneur & Creative Kendrell Bowman is building a strong name for himself in the world of theater, talk shows, and literature. He has produced musical productions, “Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical", "An Evening With Phyllis Hyman", "A Soulful Christmas" & "Queens of Soul", a hit web talk show “The Happy Hour”, and has even written a book to help others interested in pursuing a career as a broadway producer “How To Produce A Show From Your Couch"... I’m excited for you all to get to know this outstanding, hardworking & uncensored entrepreneur and be inspired to never give up and make what ever your situation is work for your betterment! 

ARTS UNCENSORED

HOSTED BY JA' MALIK

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Taking on the Broadway world for any person of color is daunting and at times can seem damn near impossible. Yet when given the opportunities and chances creatives of color have shown that they can not only create on Broadway but find great success. I will discuss this and so much more, as well as introduce this weeks guest Kendrell Bowman. 

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From New Orleans ... but now considers himself a bonafide NY'er. He is a writer, director and producer. Having started his venture into media via YouTube in 2008 where he used all these skills to create informative shows, documentaries, talk shows including the popular "Sex Tales" which opened up the conversation around safe sex and the experiences that come from sex. Also a creator of reality TV as seen in his hit show "The Circle NYC" which just completed it's 3rd season. 

Lester is also a gifted writer and director which is on full display in his romantic short film "Keeping Love A Secret" which he is currently working on a sequel to. Opening and closing music “OMW” by Damien Crawford available via iTunes

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