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September 30, 2017I was honored to be a featured author in the 2017 Congressional Black Caucus Authors Pavilion (presented by The Oracle Group Inc.), where my novel, SHAYLA’S CATCH, and the teaser version of my novel, FIERY CHARM, were showcased. This was my third year in a row (Threepeat), where I was on hand Friday, Sept. 22nd from 3-5pm at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center – meeting and greeting many who attended the Congressional Black Caucus. The Authors Pavilion showcases one of the largest assortments of books by and about people of African descent in the DMV and maybe in the country. With an inventory in access of 3,000 new release and best-selling paperback and hardback books, the Pavilion offers literature by and about Black people that covers almost every category of human interest. Enjoy a few photos I captured in the Authors Pavilion below. For more about novels penned by Author Sonya Jenkins, visit https://www.amazon.com/author/sonyajenkins
Posted in BLACK MUSIC HONORS 2024, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentA QUESTION OF FAITH in Theaters September 29
September 27, 2017Synopsis: A judge remands Maria to a juvenile detention center after the teen strikes 12-year-old Eric with her car while texting. Joining Eric in the hospital is Michelle, a young singer who collapses while auditioning for a major record label. As their respective parents begin to question their faith, a chain of events unknowingly brings all three families together in unexpected ways. Photos from A Question Of Faith – photo courtesy – www.aquestionoffaith.com Check out a few Photos from Atlanta Premiere of A Question of Faith, which took place Monday, Sept. 25, at Regal Atlantic Station. Some of the stars who came out to the premiere were Kim Fields (“Facts of Life”), Renee O’Connor (“Xena: Warrior Princess”), GregAlan Williams (“Greenleaf”), Donna Biscoe (HIDDEN FIGURES), T.C. Stallings (WAR ROOM), Amber Thompson (member of Gospel group The Nelons), Karen Valero, Marliss Amiea Meritt, Angela White (producer – first African American female to produce theatrical faith-based film), and more. Covered by L. Serenity Parker
Posted in Cinema | Leave a comment8th Annual BronzeLens Film Fest 2017 -Recap
August 29, 2017The Eighth Annual BronzeLens Film Festival will be held August 20-27 in Atlanta, Georgia. Headlining the festival are 2017 BronzeLens Women SuperStars honorees including award-winning director, writer and producer Neema Barnette (QUEEN SUGAR, BEING MARY JANE, THE BREAKS), veteran television and theater actress Crystal Fox (THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS, IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT), and award-winning filmmaker Nefertite Nguvu (IN THE MORNING, U.N.I.T.Y. Re-ignighted, BLACK AMERICA AGAIN). Actor Lamman Rucker (GREENLEAF) will lead Masterclass – Up Close – Through the BronzeLens: The Art of Auditioning with Lamman Rucker. Legendary stage and screen actors Keith David (GREENLEAF) and E. Roger Mitchell (THE QUAD) engage in insightful and revealing conversation during Sunday Brunch with the Brothers. They will be joined by (QUEEN SUGAR) Timon Kyle Durrett and Omar Dorsey. Over 60 films will be screened inclusive of shorts, features, documentaries and webisodes. Selected juried films represent the work of filmmakers from the United States, Spain, France, Australia, Colombia, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Germany and Switzerland. Substantive programming, combined with a who’s who of the film industry has established BronzeLens as one of the nation’s pre-eminent film festivals. With Georgia now No. 1 in feature film productions, BronzeLens has long attracted national and international attention to Atlanta, promoting the city as a leader in the film industry. BronzeLens events will take place at Westin Peachtree Plaza (festival headquarters), the Auditorium at Georgia-Pacific Center, Auburn Research Library on African American Culture and History, and Ray Charles Performing Arts Center. BronzeLens Film Festival Highlights: Sunday, August 20 BronzeLens Film Festival executive producer and founder Kathleen Bertrand, also an acclaimed vocalist, kicks off the festival with Sisters in Song Concert: A Tribute to Music in Film. The concert will be held at the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at …
Posted in R&B Pop Culture, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentTHE HITMAN’S BODYGUARD in theaters Now
August 20, 2017SYNOPSIS The world’s top protection agent [Ryan Reynolds] is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world’s most notorious hitmen [Samuel L. Jackson]. The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During their raucous and hilarious adventure from England to the Hague, they encounter high-speed car chases, outlandish boat escapades and a merciless Eastern European dictator [Gary Oldman] who is out for blood. Salma Hayek joins the mayhem as Jackson’s equally notorious wife. The film will be “hitting” your theatres on August 18. Summit Entertainment presents, Millennium Media presents, in association with Cristal Pictures and East Light Media, a Millennium Media/Nu Boyana Film Studios/CGF production. Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, Gary Oldman, and Salma Hayek, Elodie Yung, Joaquim De Almeida, Kirsty Mitchell, with Richard E. Grant Directed by: Patrick Hughes Written by: Tom O’Connor Produced by: John Thompson, Matt O’Toole, Les Weldon, Mark Gill Executive Producers: Avi Lerner, Trevor Short, Boaz Davidson, Jason Bloom, Douglas Urbanski, Jeffrey Greenstein, Yariv Lerner, Christine Otal, Christa Campbell, Lati Grobman, Matt Milam, Chris Jing Liu and Scott Einbinder
Posted in Cinema | Leave a commentTyler Perry’s BOO 2! A MADEA HALLOWEEN in theaters October 20
August 20, 2017On the spookiest night of the year, Madea is summoned to keep a watchful eye on Brian’s teenage daughter and keep her out of trouble. Little does she know, the trouble is coming for her. Fortunately, or not, she has her posse of Bam, Hattie and Joe to shield off ghosts and killer clowns. It’s a fright fest where all hell-arity breaks loose. Actors:Tyler Perry, Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely, Bella Thorne, Yousef Erakat Director:Tyler Perry In BOO 2!, Madea, Bam, and Hattie are back for this hilarious sequel. The gang heads to a haunted campground and the group must literally run for their lives when monsters, goblins and the bogeyman are unleashed. #Boo2
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentOFFICIAL DATES ANNOUNCED FOR 2018 ESSENCE FESTIVAL
July 29, 2017The official dates for the 2018 Essence Festival® presented by Coca-Cola® will take place from July 5 – 8, 2018 in New Orleans, LA. Limited advance tickets for the 24th annual event’s nightly concert series will be available starting August 10 at 10:00am ET. On the heels of a record-breaking 2017 Festival, the highly anticipated event is expected to feature a diverse, all-star roster of musicians and speakers for its nightly concert series and daytime empowerment programming respectively. The 2017 “party with a purpose” drew over 470,000 attendees and featured first-time performances by Diana Ross and Chance The Rapper, plus keynote conversations with Ava Duvernay, Mary J. Blige, the cast of the critically acclaimed film “Girls Trip” – Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, Regina Hall and Tiffany Haddish – and many more. Festivalgoers can start planning their ‘girl’s trip’ and weekend getaways by visiting Essence Festival for a recap of the 2017 Festival, information about advance ticket sales, the latest news about the Festival and to sign up for Festival-related newsletters. Join the Essence Festival community by following us on Twitter @essencefest #EssenceFest and become a fan of 2018 Essence Festival on Facebook for additional updates. Sponsors of the 2018 Essence Festival® include presenting sponsor Coca-Cola® and major sponsor State Farm. CHECK OUT SONYA JENKINS’ 2017 ESSENCE FEST EXPERIENCE BELOW:
Posted in In The Spotlight | Leave a commentDETROIT World Premiere in Detroit
July 27, 2017Kathryn Bigelow’s DETROIT held its World Premiere in Detroit, Michigan at the Fox Theatre, July 25th. This was the first premiere ever held at Fox Theatre with an estimated 2,200 people in attendance. DETROIT opens in select theaters this Friday, July 28th and everywhere August 4th! #DetroitMovie
Posted in Photos | Leave a commentDETROIT in select theaters this Friday, July 28th, Everywhere August 4
July 27, 2017From the Academy Award winning director of THE HURT LOCKER and ZERO DARK THIRTY, DETROIT tells the gripping story of one of the most terrifying moments during the civil unrest that rocked Detroit in the summer of ’67. Director: Kathryn Bigelow Writer: Mark Boal Producers: Megan Ellison, Kathryn Bigelow, Matthew Budman, Colin Wilson and Mark Boal Cast: John Boyega, Will Poulter, Algee Smith, Jacob Latimore, Jason Mitchell, Hannah Murray, Kaitlyn Dever, Jack Reynor, Ben O’Toole, Joseph David Jones, Ephraim Sykes, Leon Thomas III, Nathan Davis Jr., Peyton Alex Smith, Malcolm David Kelley, Gbenga Akinnabve, Chris Chalk, Jeremy Strong, Laz Alonzo, Austin Hebert, Miguel Pimentel, Kris Davis, with John Krasinski and Anthony Mackie World Premiere in Detroit, MI July 25th. Kathryn Bigelow’s DETROIT held its World Premiere in Detroit, Michigan at the Fox Theatre. This was the first premiere ever held at Fox Theatre with an estimated 2,200 people in attendance. WEBSITE: Detroit.Movie FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DetroitMovie TWITTER: https://twitter.com/detroitmovie INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/detroitmovie #DetroitMovie
Posted in Cinema, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentESPY Awards: Michelle Obama Honors Late Special Olympics Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver
July 18, 20177:58 PM PDT 7/12/2017 by Lauren Huff The former first lady presented the Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Kennedy’s son, Timothy Shriver, who chairs the Special Olympics. Former first lady Michelle Obama posthumously honored Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who founded the Special Olympics, at the 25th annual ESPY awards Wednesday night. Shriver died in 2009. Obama presented the Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Kennedy’s son, Timothy Shriver, who chairs the Special Olympics. The organization helps to empower those with intellectual disabilities through sports. “I am here tonight to honor a remarkable woman,” said Obama, who received a standing ovation from the audience as she walked onstage. She called Shriver a woman who believed “everyone deserves a chance to push themselves and find out what they’re made of.” Obama continued, “Through her passionate service, she made our world more inclusive and fair. … She honored the highest traditions of athletic history, using sports to break barriers and change hearts and minds.” Shriver’s “visionary idea” went on to become a “worldwide movement,” Obama said. Jon Stewart at the ESPY Awards READ MORE ESPY Awards: Jon Stewart Presents Air Force Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro With Pat Tillman Award Timothy, upon accepting the award on behalf of his mother, told Obama he was “deeply, deeply honored” to have her present. “Once a first lady, still a great first lady. Our mother would have loved you — your forthrightness, your honesty, your toughness.” He went on to say his mother “wanted to be known as a great hero of sports, and she got that tonight.” He added, “She’s here in the hearts and minds of millions of Special Olympics athletes. … This movement that she created almost 50 years ago is not done yet. We’ve got a lot of work to do for equality.” The …
Posted in On the Scene | Leave a commentESPY Awards: Complete Winners List via Hollywood Reporter
July 15, 20177/12/2017 by THR Staff The awards were handed out Wednesday night in Los Angeles. The worlds of entertainment and sports collided on Wednesday night when the ESPY Awards were handed out in Los Angeles. Peyton Manning hosted the 25th annual event, which aired live at 8 p.m ET on ABC. The winners of the awards were chosen entirely through online voting. Bill Murray appeared on stage to accept the best moment award on behalf of the Chicago Cubs, who won for the team’s first World Series since 1908. Drinking champagne in honor of the Cubs, Murray joked that “108 years of waiting is hardly a ‘moment.’ This is the culmination of 108 years of momentum. Momentum by momentous men.” Also during the show, Michelle Obama presented the Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Special Olympics Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Jon Stewart presented Master Sgt. Israel Del Toro with the Pat Tillman Award for Service, Bryan Cranston honored retired Los Angeles Dodgers announcer Vin Scully with the Icon Award, and New Orleans Saints superfan Jarrius “JJ” Robertson was honored with the Jimmy V Perseverance Award. See the ESPYs Red-Carpet Arrivals & List Of Winners Here: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/espy-awards-2017-complete-winners-list-1019813 Getty Images
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