Recognizing and Remembering Black artists that have shaped Theatre: AJA HOUSTON
by Bobby Martinez
February is Black History Month, an annual observance that honors the important people and events in Black culture and the history of the United States. The month highlights the love, success, and bond Black people share and the contributions they have made as a community and for the country, while also honoring and recognizing the strife they have faced then and now. Though the month seeks to uplift Black joy, it also is a reminder of the work that must be done as a country to fight against systemic racism, police brutality, and the inequality Black people continue to face. Here at CTG, we are exploring Black history through the lens of Black artists who uplifted the theatre community.
This week, we are exploring the work of playwright and Center Theatre Group Teaching Artist, Aja Houston. Teaching Artists at Center Theatre Group take on a variety of roles and projects, from working directly with students in classrooms to working with community members in workshops at our Boyle Heights costume shop. The cohort works alongside Center Theatre Group’s Education & Community Partnerships team to collaborate with and inspire the greater L.A. community of artists and storytellers.
