FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Feb. 8, 2002
FY02-15
One-Man Show Celebrates Black History
What: A one-man show celebrating black history
When: Feb. 14, 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: Pollard Auditorium, Oak Ridge
Sponsor: Oak Ridge Associated Universities Diversity/EEO Council
Celebrate Black History Month 2002 with a one-man show portraying the history of African Americans, presented by Oak Ridge Associated Universities on Feb. 14, 2-3:30 p.m. in Pollard Auditorium, Oak Ridge, Tenn.
Using more than a dozen hats, Dr. Joe Cornelius, principal of Joseph Brown Elementary School in Maury County, will portray the history of African Americans in his performance of “Hats.” The play, which Cornelius wrote, traces the past, present, and future of his people with drama, music, humor, and insight. In addition to “Hats,” Cornelius will also perform “Alexander,” and “The Devil and Leroy Jones.”
Cornelius has performed before national organizations as well as dozens of schools and churches. He has authored several plays.
The performance is free and the public is invited to attend.