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The Place in Which I’ll Fit Will Not Exist Until I Make It
June 29, 2024 • 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Free
Paul Outlaw and One Institute presents
The Place in Which I’ll Fit Will Not Exist Until I Make It
Paul Outlaw reads selections from writings and interviews featuring queer african american luminaries from the 1950s to the 2020s.
To conclude this year’s Pride Month activities, One Institute is proud to invite award-winning performing artist Paul Outlaw for an encore presentation of “The Place in Which I’ll Fit Will Not Exist Until I Make It.” Unveiled at the inaugural Circa: Queer Histories Festival in 2023, the reading features selections from writings and interviews by queer African American luminaries from the 1950s to the 2020s. Each of the eight Black voices in the reading corresponds to a decade in the 70+ years of One Institute‘s existence. This powerful tapestry not only captures snapshots of queer culture from the latter half of the 20th century to the present day, but also serves as a poignant timeline of our community’s triumphs and challenges.
This program will take place at Mercado La Paloma in South Los Angeles from 6-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and the reading will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a reception with One Institute and the artists.
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Content Warning: This program may contain explicit references to topics relevant to the Black LGBTQIA+ experience, including but not limited to sex, self-harm, substance abuse, racism, homophobia, and transphobia. This program may not be suitable for all ages.