Faith Ringgold Guest Readers

Rose Scott is an award-winning journalist and host of “Closer Look” on Atlanta’s NPR station 90.1 FM WABE. She has more than two decades of experience reporting in Atlanta on such topics as education, health issues of marginalized communities, Atlanta historically Black colleges and universities, gender issues, and sports.

The Alliance Theatre’s teaching artists are a vibrant community of professional educators and artists dedicated to inspiring creativity, confidence, and connection through theater.  Guided by the Alliance’s mission and core values of collaboration, integrity, and creativity, their teaching artists create inclusive, culturally responsive learning spaces that reflect diverse stories and voices.  

Ree de la Vega is a highly sought-after party starter, DJ, promoter, and club owner. Over the past decade, she has established a reputation as the unofficial nightlife concierge and a leading champion of Atlanta’s music and nightlife scenes.

Khari Cabral Simmons is a bassist best known for his soul/jazz fusion music. Simmons has collaborated and performed with Sun Ra, India.Arie, and Gaelle. He formed the music group Jiva to be a vehicle for his upbeat soulful music.

Peggy Martin is a self-taught African American fiber artist who lives in metro Atlanta. Her quilts, which are usually made using a long-arm machine, include African fabrics and embellishments and each tell a unique story. She currently serves as vice president of community outreach for the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild.