BOOM Charlotte has created space for local artists

The Charlotte Ledger says: Since Manoj Kesavan founded BOOM Charlotte over 10 years ago, he’s created space for local artists and the city’s diverse art scene. Here’s an excerpt:

 

BOOM Charlotte has created space for local artists.

Published January 21, 2023

When the Democratic National Convention came to Charlotte in 2012 to nominate President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden for re-election, the host committee had no plans to highlight local or regional art. Manoj Kesavan decided to take matters into his own hands.

Kesavan and his informal artist collective designed a showcase of over 80 street performances including spoken word, theater and musical performances that received international media attention.

 

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