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“Speak of Me As I Am” is Solomon’s heartfelt homage to Paul Robeson — an athlete, scholar, actor, singer, and civil rights activist whose deep voice and fearless advocacy made him a global icon. The production combines song and storytelling, highlighting the music Robeson made famous, including traditional spirituals such as “Go Down Moses,” and “Deep River,” as well as anthems like “The House I Live In,” and “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Paul Robeson, the son of a runaway slave, won a four-year scholarship to Rutgers University and, as the only African American in attendance, graduated valedictorian after earning 15 letters in four different sports. A football All American for two years, Robeson was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 1995.
He graduated Columbia Law School, appeared in 11 films including “Jericho” and “Proud Valley,” appeared in numerous stage musicals including “Showboat,” and became a popular concert, radio and recording artist. Robeson was one of the pioneers of the civil rights movement and was a fearless warrior for civil rights, not only for African Americans but also for workers and oppressed people around the world.
About KB Solomon
KB Solomon has built a career as one of the most prominent basso profundo singers of his generation. Over the past 20 years, he has performed principal roles with leading opera companies worldwide. His classical training spans five American universities, as well as the Opera Musical Theater Institute, where he studied under greats such as Jerome Hines and Franco Corelli. Solomon’s talents have garnered numerous awards, including the Richard Tucker Career Grant, the Sullivan Musical Foundation Award, and honors from the Metropolitan Opera National Auditions. He has been praised for bringing to life the rich sound, spirit, and power of Robeson’s music in a way that few others have matched.
"Speak of Me As I Am" is a One Night Only Performance
Saturday, February 7th, at 7:00 pm
Tickets available at www.theatreofgadsden.org
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