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Major Taylor and Kittie Knox: Stage and Screen
Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 04:00 PM
The West End Museum presents an engaging panel discussion exploring the legacies of two trailblazing Black cyclists—Major Taylor and Kittie Knox—and how their stories are being brought to life through theater and film.
Join us for an afternoon of history, storytelling, and the arts as we delve into the achievements and challenges of these pioneering athletes. The program will feature insights from historians, playwrights, and filmmakers working to preserve and share their legacies. Tickets to this event are $12.51 each.
Panelists:
- Patrick Gabridge (Plays in Place) – Playwright behind The Kittie Knox Plays
- Cyrille Vincent (Whirlwind) – Director and producer of the upcoming Major Taylor film
- Lynne Tolman (Major Taylor Association) – President of the Association; Cycling journalist and advocate
- Larry Finison – Author and expert on Kittie Knox and cycling