Amistad Center for Arts & Culture
A Special Birthday Tribute at The Amistad Center for Arts & Culture
On February 10, 2022, The Manhood Tree and My People Community Services partnered with the Amistad Center for Arts & Culture to host a special presentation of the Fatherhood Manologues in honor of the birthday of Abdul-Rahmaan Abd-Raheem Muhammad.
Abdul-Rahmaan Abd-Raheem Muhammad, who passed away in January 2017, remains the inspiration behind the Fatherhood Manologues. His life, leadership, and legacy continue to shape the vision of this movement, one rooted in reflection, accountability, and the transformative power of fatherhood. Because the performance took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, attendance inside the Amistad Center was limited. However, the evening was live streamed on Facebook, allowing supporters, family members, and community partners to safely participate and celebrate from afar.
The program featured a number of performers from the first and second cohorts of the Fatherhood Manologues. In addition, two men — Alonzo Little and Anthony Smith — who had recently completed The Manhood Tree Group, courageously shared their own Fatherhood Manologues, further demonstrating the deep connection between the group process and the power of storytelling.
As always, when men who participate in The Manhood Tree initiatives come together, the energy in the room is undeniable, supportive, reflective, uplifting, and transformative. We invite you to experience that energy for yourself.
Check out the live stream video and photos below.
On February 10, 2022, The Manhood Tree and My People Community Services partnered with the Amistad Center for Arts & Culture to host a special presentation of the Fatherhood Manologues in honor of the birthday of Abdul-Rahmaan Abd-Raheem Muhammad.
Abdul-Rahmaan Abd-Raheem Muhammad, who passed away in January 2017, remains the inspiration behind the Fatherhood Manologues. His life, leadership, and legacy continue to shape the vision of this movement, one rooted in reflection, accountability, and the transformative power of fatherhood. Because the performance took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, attendance inside the Amistad Center was limited. However, the evening was live streamed on Facebook, allowing supporters, family members, and community partners to safely participate and celebrate from afar.
The program featured a number of performers from the first and second cohorts of the Fatherhood Manologues. In addition, two men — Alonzo Little and Anthony Smith — who had recently completed The Manhood Tree Group, courageously shared their own Fatherhood Manologues, further demonstrating the deep connection between the group process and the power of storytelling.
As always, when men who participate in The Manhood Tree initiatives come together, the energy in the room is undeniable, supportive, reflective, uplifting, and transformative. We invite you to experience that energy for yourself.
Check out the live stream video and photos below.
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About the Fatherhood Manologues
The Fatherhood Manologues is a storytelling initiative created by Abdul-Rahmaan I. Muhammad through The Manhood Tree and My People Community Services. The program brings individuals together to reflect on their experiences with fatherhood; whether that experience comes from being a father or from being fathered.
The concept began in January 2020 as a way to create a meaningful space where people could explore the emotions, lessons, challenges, and triumphs connected to fathers and fatherhood. Participants come together over several weeks to write and develop their personal stories in a supportive environment that encourages honesty, reflection, and growth.
During the process, participants engage in group discussions that help them unpack their experiences, consider different perspectives, and sometimes work through unresolved feelings connected to their father or their role as a father. For many, the process becomes both a creative and healing experience.
The program culminates in a live performance where participants share their stories with the community. Each show is followed by a panel discussion that allows performers to reflect on their stories and discuss the deeper themes connected to fatherhood, family relationships, and personal identity.
Since its creation, the Fatherhood Manologues has brought together fathers, sons, daughters, and community members to share powerful stories that spark conversation, build understanding, and highlight the many ways fathers influence the lives of their children and families.
The Fatherhood Manologues is a storytelling initiative created by Abdul-Rahmaan I. Muhammad through The Manhood Tree and My People Community Services. The program brings individuals together to reflect on their experiences with fatherhood; whether that experience comes from being a father or from being fathered.
The concept began in January 2020 as a way to create a meaningful space where people could explore the emotions, lessons, challenges, and triumphs connected to fathers and fatherhood. Participants come together over several weeks to write and develop their personal stories in a supportive environment that encourages honesty, reflection, and growth.
During the process, participants engage in group discussions that help them unpack their experiences, consider different perspectives, and sometimes work through unresolved feelings connected to their father or their role as a father. For many, the process becomes both a creative and healing experience.
The program culminates in a live performance where participants share their stories with the community. Each show is followed by a panel discussion that allows performers to reflect on their stories and discuss the deeper themes connected to fatherhood, family relationships, and personal identity.
Since its creation, the Fatherhood Manologues has brought together fathers, sons, daughters, and community members to share powerful stories that spark conversation, build understanding, and highlight the many ways fathers influence the lives of their children and families.
