William Nu'utupu Giles never knew what a Samoan poet looked like until he became one. Growing up, did not see himself represented in the arts. Polynesian men are encouraged to either join the military or seeking out football scholarships, says Giles, who recently visited Akron as part of an international tour. Along with leading an event at Summit Artspace that featured a … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Neema Tamang
Neema Tamang recently joined a number of artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” which featured Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles at Summit Artspace. A number of local artists, local organizations and community members from all over the country took part in the event. Your Medium: Performance theatre artist How do you … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Lindsey Jo Scott
Lindsey Jo Scott will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Marian Renee Pumpkin Concha-Saastamoinen
Marian Renee Pumpkin Concha-Saastamoinen will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Amber Cullen
Amber Cullen is the organizer of “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is sponsored by Summit Artspace, … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Prisca Oline
Prisca Oline will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Puspa Gajmer
Puspa Gajmer will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Ace Epps
Ace Epps will be among many artists to take part in“Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is sponsored by … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Jason Blakely
Poet Jason Blakely will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is … [Read more...]
‘Until Name Becomes Prayer’ Artist Profile: Gideon Mana Lorete
Gideon Mana Lorete will be among many artists to take part in “Until Name Becomes Prayer,” Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at Summit Artspace. The event, which will feature Samoan immigrant, poet and arts educator William Alfred Nu’utupu Giles, is free and open to the public and will pay homage to “every indigenous and immigrant mouth that had to become a history book.” The night is … [Read more...]