Presented by Graham School and the DuSable Museum of African American History, join ethnomusicologist Travis Jackson and Court Theatre Director Charles Newell in a discussion moderated by DuSable’s  Jomo Cheatham as they delve into the history of Porgy and Bess. Considered by many to be one of the greatest pieces of American music theater, Porgy and Bess has also been denounced as a racially insensitive portrayal of black southerners. An exhibition will be on display at DuSable during Court’s production, and this afternoon conversation will address this classic but contested piece of American theater history. Porgy and Bess will be presented at Court Theatre from May 12-June 19 and the accompanying exhibition” will be on view at the DuSable Museum of African American History during the production’s run.

DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 East 56th Pl., Chicago. Sunday, May 22nd through Sunday, June 19th.