Lincoln (Neb.) - Aug. 31, 2000 - Author Maya Angelou will lecture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Sept. 14. The lecture begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Lied Center for Performing Arts, 301 N. 12th St.
Angelou is one of the great voices of contemporary literature and a speaker of enormous power. A poet, educator, historian, author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, film producer and director, she is remarkable for her depth of knowledge and talent.
In 1981, she received a lifetime appointment as the first Reynolds professor of American studies at Wake Forest University. Her autobiography, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," has entered the canon of American literature. In 1995, the book earned her status as the first African American woman to be on the New York Times' Bestseller list for two consecutive years. In 1993, she became the second poet to write and recite original poetry at a presidential inauguration.
Angelou's performance/lecture typically stresses the value of ethnic, economic, and religious diversity in all undertakings. Angelou challenges her audiences to invest their spirits and heart and the elevation of the human condition.
Tickets are available through the Lied Center box office. UNL students with ID can get one free ticket and can purchase one more ticket for $5. Ticket sales began Aug. 28 to UNL students only and any remaining tickets will be available to the general public for $5 starting Sept. 5. All seats are assigned and the doors open at 6:30 p.m. the day of the program.
Cameras and recording devices will not be allowed, except by news
photographers, who will be permitted to tape and photograph only the
first five minutes of the lecture.
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