Denton Black Film Festival Institute, Local Filmmakers to Begin Filming ‘Quakertown, USA’ Documentary Series This Fall
DENTON, Texas, September 21, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Quakertown, USA, a dramatic, two-part documentary series chronicling the forced removal and relocation of a thriving community of more than 400 residents in Denton, Texas, will begin production this fall, the Denton Black Film Festival Institute and Southroad Pictures announced today.
The jointly produced series, against the backdrop of early 20th century Texas, will tell the story of Quakertown representing a multi-generational tragedy impacting the families who lost their homes, their land, and their livelihoods, but the human element leans in toward stories of recovery and resiliency from these stunning acts of indifference and cruelty.
The Denton Black Film Festival Institute received $250,000 from the city of Denton toward the production of this documentary series. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to raise the additional funds needed to produce the series.
“We believe that the Quakertown story can become a lighthouse of illumination for the entire country,” said Linda Eaddy, film programming director, Denton Black Film Festival.
Filming of the series Quakertown, USA will begin this winter for an anticipated release in late 2024. The series will be created by veteran filmmakers King Hollis and Lindell Singleton, the team who brought the acclaimed historical documentary about the 1936 Texas centennial, “Rising: The Hall of Negro Life,” to PBS earlier this year and their film, “Echoes from the Hill,” slated for release this Fall.
Executive Producer King Hollis said, “I am delighted to work on a series about my hometown, where I spent my summers and where my family resides. It’s a personal story. Lindell and I are pleased to continue our work on these essential historical documentary series.”
About the Denton Black Film Festival Institute
The institute evolved from the Denton Black Film Festival (DBFF) to provide a platform to serve Black creatives of all backgrounds. The activities and events are open to ALL filmmakers, however, because of historical exclusion and limited participation in the film industry, we recognize a special need for support for those of the African and Black Diaspora. The Film Festival is an annual cultural event, featuring the works of seasoned and emerging filmmakers, creatives from around the country and talented college students, musicians, artists and spoken word poets. Held each January, thousands attend the celebration of storytelling in various art forms, which takes place in various venues. The next festival is slated for January 24-28, 2024, in person and extended virtually from January 28 to February 5. Website: https://dentonbff.com/
About Southroad Pictures
Southroad Pictures, a subsidiary of Southroad Holdings, Inc., is a global black-owned studio and creator of acclaimed content across the narrative, documentary and commercial production spaces. Building on the legacy of its founding partners, Southroad Pictures and partners exist at the leading edge of developing, producing and distributing compelling, aspirational and factual programming that makes a difference around the world. https://www.southroadpictures.com/
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Biolage Professional Wins Allure Magazine’s Prestigious ‘Best of Beauty’ Award
NEW YORK, September 21, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Biolage Professional, a worldwide leader in salon haircare, is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the coveted Allure magazine “Best of Beauty” Award for its innovative Strength Recovery Shampoo and Conditioning Cream.
Allure has been an icon in the beauty industry for over 25 years and bestows this award only to the best-of-the-best products that demonstrate efficacy, excellence and integrity. Products go through months of testing, conducted by seasoned editors who work to determine the quality of the product against the hundreds of others in their respective categories.
After advancing through multiple rounds of intense judging, the Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo and Conditioning Cream are being recognized as a leading shampoo and conditioner duo in their product category. Infused with 100% vegan squalane (a skincare super-ingredient), the Strength Recovery Shampoo and Conditioning Cream work together to repair hair damage and prevent new damage from occurring.
“We are so excited to be recognized by Allure,” says Senior Vice President, Head of Brand Martha Glenn. “When we launched the Strength Recovery line, we knew we were creating a new approach to hair repair that not only reflected our brand's heritage in combining the best of nature and science but could restore even the most damaged hair. Knowing that the Allure Best of Beauty Awards is one of the most respected awards programs, we feel so honored to receive such a high accolade.”
Launched in late 2022, the Strength Recovery collection introduced unique damage repair formulas that are rooted in green science and sustainable technologies. Leveraging vegan squalane ethically sourced from olives, these formulas reduce breakage and leave hair softer, smoother and stronger. The Shampoo gently cleanses the hair and scalp while adding softness and smoothness without weight. It was recognized in 2023 by the SELF magazine “Healthy Beauty” Awards as the best shampoo for dry or damaged hair. The Conditioning Cream has a creamy texture that leaves hair stronger after one use with 3x more moisture*. Both products are vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-, mineral oil-, and colorant-free formulas.
The Strength Recovery Shampoo and Conditioning Cream make up part of the Strength Recovery collection, which also includes the Strength Recovery Deep Treatment Mask and the Strength Repairing Spray. The entire collection is available for purchase at Ulta Beauty, Hair.com and on Amazon.
*system of Strength Recovery System of Shampoo and Conditioning Cream vs. non-conditioning shampoo.
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ABOUT BIOLAGE PROFESSIONAL:
In 1990, Biolage Professional was born from the mind of hairdresser and entrepreneur Arnie Miller, who saw the opportunity to bring out hair’s natural beauty, touchable and full of movement. Since its conception, the brand has been inspired by natural ingredients, and known for its iconic white packaging and signature fragrance. Biolage Professional is recognized worldwide as a leader in salon haircare, offering high-performance, professional-quality products inspired by botanicals—and that reputation continues to grow. Biolage Professional is committed to consistently improving its formulas and sustainability standards and is proud to announce that as of August 1, 2022, the brand is 100% vegan, cruelty-free approved under the Leaping Bunny program by Cruelty Free International, and its signature bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. We recognize that sustainability is a journey of continuous improvement, and we invite you to join us.
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Profit.co at GITEX GLOBAL 2023, Championing Organizational Growth and Work Culture Transformation
DUBAI, Arab Emirates, September 21, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The anticipation for the world's premier tech and startup event, GITEX GLOBAL, is growing. This year, Profit.co is gearing up to spotlight its cutting-edge offerings. The company invites attendees to embark on an immersive organizational transformation journey through its comprehensive business management platform.
As innovators and tech enthusiasts gather at the Dubai World Trade Centre from Oct. 16-20, 2023, Profit.co's stand at H4-30 promises a dynamic experience. Visitors will have the chance to engage with industry thought leaders and uncover the transformative potential of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) in realizing organizational visions.
Profit.co's dedication to the GITEX mission is evident, as this marks the company's third consecutive year of participation. Bastin, the CEO of Profit.co and a thought leader in the industry, aptly remarked, "GITEX is the business navigational compass that every business person needs to determine the direction of business for the next year." Each year, the harmonious blend of technology, innovation, and passion at GITEX has brought forward-thinking solutions into the limelight, and 2023 pledges to uphold this tradition.
To elevate the experience further, Profit.co has reserved exclusive passes for attendees.
About Profit.co
Profit.co is an enterprise-class SaaS platform headquartered in Fremont, California, USA. Profit.co provides a comprehensive solution for businesses implementing and managing strategy execution. With its user-friendly interface, Profit.co offers best-in-class OKR software from Strategy to Task Management. The platform is backed by 24x7 live support and an outcome-focused OKR Coaching and Consulting program, ensuring customers consistently achieve their goals. Profit.co is trusted by many companies, from startups to Fortune 500 corporations. The platform also includes Performance Management that promotes Employee Development and Engagement, fostering a growth and high-performance culture. Profit.co serves diverse sectors across 25 countries, including finance, telecom, manufacturing, retail, and government, catering to the strategic needs of organizations worldwide.
About GITEX 2023
GITEX Global, the world’s premier tech event, returns to Dubai for its 43rd edition. After a groundbreaking 2022, GITEX 2023 unites global tech leaders, innovators, and visionaries, emphasizing the race toward AI mastery. Join GITEX to shape the future of business, society, and innovation at GITEX 2023.
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Feel-Good Story of 2023 Arrives With Raymond Arroyo Christmas Merry & Bright
Raymond Arroyo Releases Debut Album 'Christmas Merry & Bright'
Cover for New Christmas Recording Already Topping Jazz Charts
LOS ANGELES, September 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) - A response to longtime fan requests, Raymond Arroyo Christmas Merry & Bright charms listeners with Arroyo's renaissance sensibilities. Warm vocals and a touch of humor refresh and cast new light on a collection of Christmas standards we've all taken for granted.
Watch the EPK HERE.
Raymond Arroyo has entertained and informed audiences in one way or another his whole life, as a contributor for Fox and CNN, with his New York Times bestselling books and his frequent appearances on The Today Show, Fox News, Good Morning America, CNN Headline News, Access Hollywood, Erin Burnett Outfront, and The Ingraham Angle, and through beloved shows on EWTN (commonly known as "the world's largest faith media network"). Now, audiences will be treated to his debut recording Christmas Merry & Bright in which his deeply rooted musical background takes center stage; having grown up singing in his native New Orleans, then graduating from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, followed by theater stints in London.
On "Merry & Bright," Arroyo is backed by jazz supergroup The NOLA Players. Christmas Merry & Bright showcases Kevin Kaska's (The Greatest Showman, Jungle Book) beautiful, Big Band new arrangements of the timeless "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day," a hard-driving "Joy to the World," and a never-before-heard orchestration of medley "The First Noel/We Magi of Orient Are." Recorded at the historic Le Petite Theatre by multi-Grammy award-winning producer Brad Michel, the album captures unexplored emotions of the season with an all-new rendition of the beloved "Feliz Navidad" — complete with a moving duet with Grammy winner José Feliciano. Soon to be a Christmas favorite, Christmas Merry & Bright will forever change the way listeners will experience these cherished songs. Arroyo will be touring in select markets this coming November and December in support of Raymond Arroyo Christmas Merry & Bright, bringing a uniting, memory-making, wonder-awakening experience to prepare for the yuletide season.
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HiiiWAV Unveils ‘Afro AI’: Empowering Black Creators With AI and AR Education
OAKLAND, Calif., September 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Bosko Kante, an award-winning music producer, inventor, tech founder, and artist advocate, proudly announces "Afro AI," a new program by Black creative-focused music+tech incubator HiiiWAV launching September 21, 2023.
About AFRO AI
What does it mean for black artists and creators to wield the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR)? AFRO AI, created by HiiiWAV, seeks to answer this question in a deeply transformative way. Taught by a team of industry mavens, including Don Allen III, Benin Saffo, Lance Coleman, and Nicky Saunders, this 8-week masterclass, starting on September 21, moves beyond mere technical instruction. The curriculum draws heavily from real-world experiences and inventive techniques, reflecting the ethos of HiiiWAV and Bosko Kante’s own journey as an inventor and a musician. This ensures that participants not only gain proficiency in new technologies but also understand how to fold them seamlessly into their unique voices and messages.
Here, learning culminates in the AFRO AI Demo Day, a high-stakes showcase where artists pitch their AI-empowered projects for a chance to secure a $10,000 grant. But more than that, Demo Day is a moment to shine the spotlight on the new narratives and paradigms that black creatives are setting.
About Bosko Kante and HiiiWAV
Bosko Kante is a leading talkbox artist who has also made big contributions to music and tech. He has written and performed talkbox on Grammy-winning albums for artists such as Dua Lipa and Kanye West. Trained as an Engineer at USC, Bosko invented the patented ElectroSpit ESX-1 mobile talkbox. His company ElectroSpit Inc.’s award-winning instruments are used by world-renowned artists like David Guetta and Stevie Wonder.
In 2020, Bosko Kante, Maya Kante, and Miles Dotson founded HiiiWAV to pass on the wealth of their experiences and resources to up-and-coming black musicians, creators, and entrepreneurs. As the President and Executive Director, Bosko’s vision steers HiiiWAV's AI+XR+Music Incubator project.
Impact and Achievements
Since 2022, HiiiWAV has hosted over 50 events and workshops, closely mentored 36 Black Bay Area Artists, and served 36 black creatives and six artist collectives, ranging in age from 18 to 45. These artists, all residents of Alameda County and surrounding Bay Area counties, received mentoring, studio time, and grants to grow their businesses. A total of 27 new artist projects were created, along with two public art showcases. HiiiWAV also hosted 45 free events, attended by over 3,000 people of all ages and identities, including songwriting workshops, art shows, concerts, artist networking events, movie screenings, book reviews, funding fairs, and educational panels. HiiiWAV was recognized as one of the 2023 YBCA 100 most impactful Bay Area nonprofits in addition to numerous awards such as Meta's XR Fund, Hewlett Foundation & Community Vision’s PAAF Grant, FHL Bank’s Ahead Grant, Kataly Foundation Grant, The Liberation Fund Grant, Elevate Initiative Finalist, and Bay-Area LISC Grant.
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