Media Room

The Black Candle, an award-winning documentary about Kwanzaa, narrated by Dr. Maya Angelou, will play at the Harvey House Auditorium on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 5:30 p.m.

The one-time screening is sponsored by University of the Rockies’ Office of Diversity and is open to the public. There is no cost to attend, seating is limited, and an RSVP is required. Seats may be reserved by calling 719.442.0505 ext. 1672.

The Black Candle is a landmark film that uses Kwanzaaa as a vehicle to explore and to celebrate the African-American experience. The documentary traces the holiday’s growth out of the Black Power Movement in the 1960s to its present-day reality. Filmed across the United States, Africa, Europe and the Caribbean, it features vivid cinematography and an all-star cast of professional athletes, hip hop icons and artists, among others.

For more information about The Black Candle and the seven principles of Kwanzaa, visit www.theblackcandle.com.

About University of the Rockies

University of the Rockies is a graduate school specializing in master's and doctorate degree programs in psychology. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc.org), classes are offered online and at the University's Colorado Springs, Colorado, campus. For more information, please visit www.rockies.edu or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 866.621.0124 x2513.

About The Black Candle
The Black Candle is the first feature film on Kwanzaa. It traces the holiday’s growth from the first celebration in 1966 to its present-day reality as a global holiday embraced by over 20 million celebrants. Narrated by renowned poet Maya Angelou and directed by award-winning author and filmmaker M.K. Asante, The Black Candle is an extraordinary, inspirational story about the struggle and triumph of family, community, and culture. More information is at www.theblackcandle.com.