Celebrating 1 year of our digital arts studio, MODA (Mecca of Digital Arts), “Southern Digital” is a collection of experiences that highlight southern digital content, influencers, music, and other areas that reflect the future of Southern Black culture. Learn more about MODA here.
Art After Dark is a free adult evening of layered programming that explores Black excellence in arts and culture. A slight departure from the usual AAD format, this iteration highlights the importance of interaction in this digital age that is at times isolated – interaction with the galleries, with art installations, and interaction with others. See the Program Schedule below:
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Divinely Supported Plant Installation by Root Papi
1st Floor Lobby
Fresh greenery complemented by melanated hues.
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Painted Installation by $oho
MODA Lounge, 2nd Floor
Textured draped paintings for an elevated photoshoot. Curated by Dammit Wesley.
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
Everyday Items Installation by Kalin Renee Devone
3rd Floor Mezzanine
Turning the grocery shopping experience into a visually stunning vibe. Curated by Dammit Wesley.
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm:
MODA 1st Anniversary Immersive Experience with Lusenii and Alexander Newman Hall
MODA, 2nd Floor
Celebrate 1 year of MODA with an exclusive immersion that uses digital artwork you create in real-time.
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Activate the Image 1 – Christopher Meyers: Please Trouble Carry Me
Gallery West
Flex your writer muscle with a short story or poem in response to this compelling exhibition. Led by recording artist and poet Curtis Lavon.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Southern Archivists: Discussing Diversified Archiving
2nd Floor Lobby
Join the conversation – this panel taps the perspectives of four creatives that archive Black art, history, and culture in beautifully different ways. Followed by a talkback. Featuring Archive CLT’s Cheryse Terry as the moderator, with panelists Dewayne Alison, Aisha Dew, and Jalen Marlowe.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
The Vibe Sessions Pop Up by Khalif J. Guiden
4th Floor
A curated showcase that mixes music and art from local talent, in line with the theme of Southern Digital. Curated by Davita Galloway.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Carolina Noise: Screening & Talkback with Nigel Malone
Performance Suite, 2nd Floor
Enjoy the debut of the short documentary Carolina Noise, which explores the unique hip hop contributions from North Carolina. Followed by a panel and talkback moderated by the documentary’s creator Nigel Malone.
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Activate the Image 2 – Christopher Meyers: Please Trouble Carry Me
Gallery West
Flex your writer muscle with a short story or poem in response to this compelling exhibition. Led by recording artist and poet Curtis Lavon.
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The Bleus Live: Musical Performance
2nd Floor Lobby
Catch the colors and sounds of The Bleus and band in this live show, during which newly released music will be performed!
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Southern Digital Rooftop Vibes with DJ Niyahwhya
4th Floor
It’s always a vibe on the rooftop for Art After Dark, and this iteration is no different. Enjoy southern classics with hints of digital and futuristic sounds.
This event is made possible by the generous support of PNC
