About this Event
We invite you to join us on Sunday, October 18, from 3 PM to 7 PM, for a very special Felabration with Duane Powell at The Land School.
In continuation of celebrating 10 years of Rebuild's partnership with Duane Powell and marking what would have been the 88th birthday of Nigerian music pioneer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti (both on October 15), join DJ Duane Powell as he curates a musical journey centered on Fela's vast classic catalog and all it inspired. Duane'll spin a selection of African rhythms, from Afrobeat, Afro-Cuban, Afro-Brazil, AfroHouse, Gqom to Broken beat in ode to Fela's legacy.
Please review our updated Land School policies below, and join us in Felabrating!
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When reserving your ticket, please read through our protocols and guidelines for attending programs at The Land School (listed below). Please note that due to the capacity of The Land School’s auditorium, outdoor food, drinks, and furniture (including personal seating) will not be permitted inside the building. On-site seating will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis and to guests with accessibility requirements.
In the event that tickets sell out before you have had the opportunity to secure yours, we strongly suggest arriving at The Land School early to join our onsite waitlist. Please be mindful that entry for waitlisted guests will occur on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is not guaranteed for waitlisted guests and ends at 4:00 PM.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
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About Duane Powell
Duane Powell is a cornerstone of the global House and Soul music scene, cherished for his deep attunement to sound and its cultural resonance. A longtime collaborator with Rebuild Foundation and board member of the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, Powell also serves as a guardian and steward of the Knuckles collection.
As the creator of Sunday Service and his interactive lecture series Rearview Sessions, he bridges his practice and music history with a scholar’s insight and disc jockey’s innate intuition, helping to shape the canon’s sonic landscape. A beloved figure in Chicago’s music community, he stands as a pillar continuing to shape contemporary culture as a tastemaker, ethnomusicologist, and steward of sound.
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About The Land School
The Land School, a new pedagogical platform at the site of the former St. Laurence Elementary School, proposes a radical model of artistic experimentation and archival stewardship, providing space, time, access, collaborative inquiry, process-driven programming, and performance, all led by an intergenerational cohort of artists, archivists, scholars, craftspeople, cultural workers, and creative organizations invested in culture as a service.
The Land School Policies and Protocol:
In advance of the day, please take note of the policies below to help us care for one another and the space:
Drinks and water will be available for purchase on site. Outside alcohol and firearms on the premises are strictly prohibited.
Please be mindful of your neighbors by respecting their personal space and bodily autonomy.
No smoking, vaping, or incense is permitted on the school premises.
No pets are allowed.
No professional photo/video equipment allowed unless preapproved by Rebuild.
Ride sharing is encouraged as parking is limited. Please be sure to not block the entrances and exits of our neighbors. We feel uniquely grateful to offer these programs in an active, thriving residential community. If you are able, we encourage parking along Dorchester Avenue out of respect for our neighbors’ everyday parking needs.
No violence - verbal or physical - will be tolerated. Any attendee creating an unsafe environment will be removed from the premises immediately, at the discretion of the Rebuild security staff.
We take the safety our all of our guests seriously. If any guest is found violating these protocols, they will be escorted off of the property immediately and will not be welcome to return.
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Notice of Photography and Videography
By entering the space, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed and/or videotaped. Images and recordings may be used for promotional, archival, or other purposes by the organizers. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please notify a staff member upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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We look forward to welcoming you!
Event venue & nearby stays
The Land School, 7200 South Dorchester Avenue, Chicago, United States
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