Step Right Up, Folks! Experience the Legacy of Leon Claxton’s Harlem in Havana

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You’re invited on a journey through time with the Harlem in Havana Project— a powerful multimedia documentary work by artist and filmmaker Leslie Cunningham that honors one of America’s most successful traveling girl shows. Discover the untold story of Leon Claxton, a visionary African American showman who, during the Jim Crow era, fused Black and Cuban artistry into a dazzling carnival midway spectacle that redefined American entertainment. Watch the film, attend a live event or exhibit, take a class, listen to the music, or dive deeper into the story that still resonates with wonder today.

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Step right up for a thrilling ride through American entertainment history with JIG SHOW | Leon Claxton’s Harlem in Havana ! Join director Leslie Cunningham as she unveils the untold stories of the legendary Harlem in Havana Revue, her grandfather’s groundbreaking Black and Cuban traveling show that defied the odds and left an indelible mark on North American entertainment. Watch and learn more.