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Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
Written by Schele Williams and Tonya Engel
Narrated by Schele Williams
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This proud, empowering introduction to African American history celebrates and honors enslaved ancestors, acknowledging their accomplishments and sacrifices.
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Schele Williams
Schele Williams is a Broadway director committed to cultivating new musicals and devised work. She has directed at regional theaters and festivals across the country and has a long history of work on Broadway. Passionate about pairing social justice with the arts, she is on the steering committee of We Stand United and is a founding member of Black Theatre United, an organization committed to dismantling systemic racism on our streets and stages.
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