John Ridley’s No Studios kicked-off its book event series on December 15 with “Omari” by Author Frank Lewis.
Author Frank Lewis found that writing helped focus his imagination and express his creativity while growing up in Milwaukee. As a result, his new novel presents a familiar voice for young people of color.
Chad Johnson moderated a discussion with Lewis about “Omari” and its community impact, related to issues from juvenile justice programs, to teen trauma, and the social pressures of high school in one of America’s most segregated cities.
Hosted by Lisa Caesar, sister of Ridley and chief operating officer of No Studios, a panel discussion was also featured with Robin Johnson, Instructional Coach, Milwaukee Public Schools; Paul Moga, Coordinator, Department Of Black and Latino Male Achievement; and Dean Heus, Administrator, Vel R Phillips School.
This audio was recorded live during the panel discussions, and these images share highlights from the event.
- Frank Lewis: Writing about the black experience in Milwaukee
- No Studios: A first look inside the downtown hub for creative arts in Milwaukee
- John Ridley to write and direct film based on his superhero comic “The American Way”
- John Ridley’s Milwaukee movie studio makes “NO” the new “Yes”
- John Ridley’s comic book sequel continues journey of black hero in alternate timeline
- MKE Film to screen John Ridley’s “Let It Fall” in Black Lens lineup
- Milwaukee’s John Ridley directs upcoming Rodney King documentary
- Academy Award winner John Ridley talks movies, Milwaukee, and diversity
- Milwaukee Film welcomes Oscar winner Ridley to Festival board
- VIP guest list announced for Milwaukee Film’s 10th Annual Festival
- No Studios formally launches with new tenants and membership program
- Formation of film cluster could make Milwaukee a star
Lee Matz
