The prestigious and award-winning work of Lucille Clifton has inspired countless poets, artists and people all over the world. Join the SAG-AFTRA Foundation for a live virtual reading and panel discussion with an all-star group of celebrities, advocates and emerging poets as we honor her legacy.
Program begins at Noon PT / 3 p.m. ET
OPENING REMARKS
Geena Davis | Founder and Chair, Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media
MODERATORS
Sidney Clifton | VP, Animation and Mixed Media, Jim Henson Company and Founder of the Clifton House
Madeline Di Nonno | President and CEO,
Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media
GUEST SPEAKERS
Marley Dias | Writer, Activist and Founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks
Isabella Gomez | Award-Winning Actor,
Star of HBO Max's Comedy Series Head of the Class
Louis Gossett Jr. | Academy Award Winning Actor, Writer/Producer/Director
Terrence Little Gardenhigh | Actor, Nickelodeon's Danger Force
Alysia Reiner | Award-Winning Actor and Producer
Alora Young | Writer/Actor and Youth Poet Laureate
Full speaker bios, information about the Clifton House and Lucille’s legacy can be found HERE
GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT
A collection of Lucille Clifton's work will be given away to five lucky event attendees. Everyone who joins on February 22 will automatically be entered to win!
For event inquiries please reach out to Jazmin Borad: jazmin@seejane.org
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