Erykah Badu has joined the cast for Netflix’s rendition of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1987 August Wilson play, “The Piano Lesson.” The Grammy winning artist is set to make a cameo in the film with her signature “soulful and eclectic” musical performances, Variety reports. The drama film is set in 1936 during the aftermath of […]
As a premier on-demand platform curating independent films, emerging web series, short films, and visual art for African American and urban-influenced audiences, JARO is at the forefront of challenging social norms with the power of visual art. Below we’re sharing some of the huge ways visual art can be used to challenge traditional norms. Breaking […]
As a Black-owned, Black-curated on-demand platform dedicated to curating independent films, emerging web series, short films, and visual art appealing to African American and urban-influenced audiences, JARO wants to thank its supporters for helping us provide our viewers with the best possible content. We understand that the support of our fans is essential to the […]
As on-demand streaming platforms become increasingly popular, the need for a platform that curates content specifically for African American and urban-influenced audiences is greater than ever. Enter JARO, a Black-owned, Black-led, on-demand platform dedicated to bringing independent films, emerging web series, short films, and visual art to its viewers. JARO offers viewers a unique experience […]
As the film and entertainment industry evolve, Black-led films, web series, and other visual art have become increasingly influential. From gripping dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, the work of Black creatives has undoubtedly impacted the industry and changed the face of media. At JARO, we celebrate the success and impact of our Black-led film community and […]
Until recently, Viola Fletcher was apprehensive about telling her story of surviving the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the most abhorrent instances of racial violence in U.S. history.
Kerry James Marshall has made a name for himself with his distinctive painting style, gaining worldwide acclaim for his portrayals of figures with actual black skin. However, in his recent exhibition titled “Exquisite Corpse: This Is Not the Game” at New York’s Jack Shainman gallery, Marshall surprised audiences by deviating from his familiar technique and […]
After becoming a mother, Alliah L. Agostini, a marketing professional with experience in renowned brands and start-ups, rediscovered her true calling—children’s literature. Inspired by her own children, she embarked on a mission to create stories that not only reflected their heritage but also provided representation in the books they read. In an interview with ESSENCE, […]
The term “woke” has become more prevalent in our culture and conversations about marginalized communities are often associated with it. However, instead of being an inclusive term, it embodies a deeper fear of marginalized people and their evolving culture. That fear is being used to unite white people against a supposed threat they do not […]
Octavia E. Butler’s classic science fiction novel Parable of the Sower has been a source of inspiration for an upcoming operatic retelling of the story as the novel approaches its 30th anniversary.