Grandmother Energy: Afrofuturism, Theatrical Jazz Aesthetics, and Abolitionist Space in Junauda Petrus' May Day Performances.
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| Title: | Grandmother Energy: Afrofuturism, Theatrical Jazz Aesthetics, and Abolitionist Space in Junauda Petrus' May Day Performances. |
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| Authors: | Lopez Lyman, Jessica |
| Source: | Black Scholar. Apr2025, Vol. 55 Issue 2, p18-33. 16p. |
| Subjects: | Petrus, Junauda, African American artists, Jazz, Parades, Festivals, Abolitionists |
| Geographic Terms: | Minneapolis (Minn.) |
| Abstract: | The article explores Afrofuturism and Theatrical Jazz aesthetic with regard to the May Day parade performances of African American artist and writer Junauda Petrus in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Topics discussed include the creation of abolitionist spaces through Theatrical Jazz performance and the expansion of temporality by Afrofuturism, the origin of the May Day parade and festival, and the development of the Black is Sacred parade section by Petrus in collaboration with artist Jordan Hamilton. |
| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | The article explores Afrofuturism and Theatrical Jazz aesthetic with regard to the May Day parade performances of African American artist and writer Junauda Petrus in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Topics discussed include the creation of abolitionist spaces through Theatrical Jazz performance and the expansion of temporality by Afrofuturism, the origin of the May Day parade and festival, and the development of the Black is Sacred parade section by Petrus in collaboration with artist Jordan Hamilton. |
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| ISSN: | 00064246 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/00064246.2025.2466392 |
