30 Years Later – A Love Letter to the Million Man March

Hosted by The Short Kuts Show

On October 16, 1995, history was made when more than a million people gathered in Washington, D.C., for the Million Man March, a day that continues to echo across generations.

As we approach the 30th Anniversary, The Short Kuts Show invites you to honor this historic moment by lifting up the voices and stories of those who were there. Whether you stood on the National Mall, organized in your community, or were inspired from afar, your story matters.

This live storytelling experience blends narrative, music, and culture to ensure the lessons, spirit, and legacy of the Million Man March live on for generations to come.

Co-Sponsored By

Coppin State University’s School of Social Work, the Dorothy Height Center for the Advancement of Social Work, and the National Association of Black Social Workers Coppin State University's Chapter.

• The Baltimore Rites of Passage Initiative(BROPI)
• The Cambio Group
• Taharka Brothers Ice Cream
• Love & Cornbread
• Baltimore Office Promotions and the Art

📅 Date: Friday, October 17, 2025

🕕 Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM, Showtime: 7:00–9:00 PM

📍 Location: Coppin State University, James Weldon Johnson Auditorium (Building #13) 2500 W. North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216 (The auditorium is across from the College of Business. Look for the large modern sculpture at the entrance. A campus map will be provided for your convenience.)

🎟 Tickets: FREE (Donations Accepted)

• Hosted by: Marc Clarke
• Directed by: Marc Laveau
• Executive Producer: Dr. LaMarr Darnell Shields
• Music by: DJ Lerory
• Set Designer: Kendra R. Banks

• Sista Saleemah Tracy
• Sean Ayers
• Henry Brim
• Edwin Avent
• Curtis Warren
• Cornell Dews

The award-winning Short Kuts Show, created by Dr. LaMarr D. Shields and Darious Wilmore, is a groundbreaking storytelling platform where artists, community leaders, and everyday people share raw, unfiltered stories that inspire, heal, and transform. Known for blending humor, heart, and hard truths, the show has highlighted voices across Baltimore and beyond. From intimate stories of love and loss to bold reflections on culture, justice, and resilience, The Short Kuts Show has built a reputation as a space where truth-telling and community converge.

Why Attend?

• Hear powerful first-person accounts from those touched by the Million Man March.
• Experience the dynamic storytelling of The Short Kuts Show, created by author, educator, and visionary Dr. LaMarr D. Shields.
• Give back—your donation directly supports education for young men at a local all-boys school.
• Connect with community members committed to preserving and passing on this vital legacy.

Let’s gather, remember, and reimagine together. Join us in ensuring that the stories, the lessons, and the spirit of the Million Man March continue to inspire generations.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Coppin State University James Weldon Johnson Auditorium, 2500 West North Avenue, Baltimore, United States