A historical musical that examines black identity in the 1901 World's Fair | Amma Y. Ghartey-Tagoe Kootin
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Reviving History: The Musical Journey at the 1901 World's Fair
This chapter examines the musical 'At Buffalo,' which brings to life the 1901 Pan-American Exposition and investigates the conflicting representations of Black identity. Highlighting the African American community's response and the co-design by W.E. Du Bois, it emphasizes the importance of reclaiming marginalized narratives through innovative storytelling methods.
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