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PHILADELPHIA–March 24, 2021 – Comcast NBCUniversalis excited to announce the exclusive premiere of the documentary filmTwenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, arriving Friday, March 26 on its newly-launched Black Experience on Xfinity Channel, available on X1, Flex, and on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app. From award-winning filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper, produced by Coffee Bluff Pictures, and narrated byPhylicia Rashād,Twenty Pearlsclosely examines the founding and legacy of the first Black sorority,Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, which is now regarded as one of the most significant and influential Black organizations in history.The documentary tells a powerful story of sisterhood. In 1908, nine Black women enrolled at Howard University made one decision that would change the course of history. These college students created Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.® For over 113 years, the sorority has influenced many of the most famous watershed moments in history. Through narration, interviews and rarely seen archival materials, the audience will see the sorority’s impact on World War II, NASA, Civil Rights, Women’s Rights and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) culminating in the historic election of America’s first Black and South Asian woman Vice President.Twenty Pearlsfeatures interviews with members of the sorority includingVice President Kamala Harris,Miss Universe Ireland 2019 Fionnghuala O’Reilly,Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III,Anna Eleanor Roosevelt Fierst, great-granddaughter of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt,InternationalPresident and CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Dr. Glenda Gloverand many more. Watch theTwenty Pearlstrailer here:Trailer “This is an extraordinary time to look back at our past to serve our future,” added filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper. “A future where Black women are centered.Helming this documentary love letter to the founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the generationsof women that followed in their footsteps and to all Black women everywhere is an honor. This is an important history for all of us to know and understand.” “We’re thrilled to work with award-winning filmmaker, Deborah Riley Draper, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to bring this exclusive premiere to the Black Experience on Xfinity channel,furthering ourcompany-wide mission of investing in andshowcasing authentic Black stories and culture,” saidKeesha Boyd, Executive Director, Multicultural Video & Entertainment, Xfinity Consumer Services. “We launched this channel to help facilitate the discovery of stories likeTwenty Pearls, while providing a platform for emerging Black content creators.” “Telling our own story is essential to preserving our history and uplifting the culture,” saidAlpha Kappa Alpha International President and CEO Dr. Glenda Glover.“Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s remarkable 113-year journey which began on the campus of Howard University is punctuated by stories of history makers, ceiling breakers, public servants and ordinary women who have changed the course of American history. Through this beautifully written and narrated odyssey, this film highlights in undeniable ways the vision, courage, tenacity, determination and power of Black women while putting to bed the age-old questions about the relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the Divine Nine sororities and fraternities.” Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more. It features high-quality content from many of Xfinity’s existing network partners, at no additional cost, while investing millions of dollars in fostering and showcasing emerging Black content creators. The channel is the only one of its kind endorsed by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), the world’s largest group of Black film critics that gives annual awards for excellence in film and television. Available at home onXfinity X1andFlex, and on-the-go with theXfinity Streamapp, the Black Experience on Xfinity will entertain, educate and uplift, featuring Black actors, writers, producers and directors. At home, Xfinity subscribers can visit channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling. Visithttps://www.xfinity.com/learn/ About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation(Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 56 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, Peaco*ck, NBC News, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. About Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Incorporated® Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®began as the vision of nine African-American college students on the campus of Howard University in 1908. Since then, the sorority has flourished into a globally-impactful organization of more than 300,000 college-educated members bound by the bonds of sisterhood and empowered by a commitment to service that is both domestic and international in scope. As Alpha Kappa Alpha has grown, it has maintained its focus in two key areas: lifelong personal and professional development of its members and galvanizing its membership into an organization of respected power and influence which is consistently at the forefront of advocacy and social change that results in equality and equity for all citizens of the world. About Coffee Bluff Pictures Coffee Bluff Picturesis an award-winning production company committed to creating film, television and books with beautifully complex, diverse characters that enhance cultural and socially conscious dialogue. The company’s work includes 2017 NAACP Image Award nomineeOlympic Pride, American Prejudice, fashion cult classic Versailles ‘73: American Runway Revolution and Twenty Pearls. Coffee Bluff Picture’s recent short filmIllegal Rosehas garnered awards on the film festival circuit and has film and television projects in development and production. Recognized by critics globally for its incredible storytelling and ability to find unseen and unheard voices, Coffee Bluff Pictures is changing the independent film landscape. For more information visitwww.coffeebluffpictures.com. | PHILADELPHIA–March 24, 2021 – Comcast NBCUniversalis excited to announce the exclusive premiere of the documentary filmTwenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, arriving Friday, March 26 on its newly-launched Black Experience on Xfinity Channel, available on X1, Flex, and on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app. From award-winning filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper, produced by Coffee Bluff Pictures, and narrated byPhylicia Rashād,Twenty Pearlsclosely examines the founding and legacy of the first Black sorority,Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, which is now regarded as one of the most significant and influential Black organizations in history.The documentary tells a powerful story of sisterhood. In 1908, nine Black women enrolled at Howard University made one decision that would change the course of history. These college students created Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.® For over 113 years, the sorority has influenced many of the most famous watershed moments in history. Through narration, interviews and rarely seen archival materials, the audience will see the sorority’s impact on World War II, NASA, Civil Rights, Women’s Rights and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) culminating in the historic election of America’s first Black and South Asian woman Vice President.Twenty Pearlsfeatures interviews with members of the sorority includingVice President Kamala Harris,Miss Universe Ireland 2019 Fionnghuala O’Reilly,Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III,Anna Eleanor Roosevelt Fierst, great-granddaughter of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt,InternationalPresident and CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Dr. Glenda Gloverand many more. Watch theTwenty Pearlstrailer here:Trailer “This is an extraordinary time to look back at our past to serve our future,” added filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper. “A future where Black women are centered.Helming this documentary love letter to the founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the generationsof women that followed in their footsteps and to all Black women everywhere is an honor. This is an important history for all of us to know and understand.” “We’re thrilled to work with award-winning filmmaker, Deborah Riley Draper, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to bring this exclusive premiere to the Black Experience on Xfinity channel,furthering ourcompany-wide mission of investing in andshowcasing authentic Black stories and culture,” saidKeesha Boyd, Executive Director, Multicultural Video & Entertainment, Xfinity Consumer Services. “We launched this channel to help facilitate the discovery of stories likeTwenty Pearls, while providing a platform for emerging Black content creators.” “Telling our own story is essential to preserving our history and uplifting the culture,” saidAlpha Kappa Alpha International President and CEO Dr. Glenda Glover.“Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s remarkable 113-year journey which began on the campus of Howard University is punctuated by stories of history makers, ceiling breakers, public servants and ordinary women who have changed the course of American history. Through this beautifully written and narrated odyssey, this film highlights in undeniable ways the vision, courage, tenacity, determination and power of Black women while putting to bed the age-old questions about the relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the Divine Nine sororities and fraternities.” Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more. It features high-quality content from many of Xfinity’s existing network partners, at no additional cost, while investing millions of dollars in fostering and showcasing emerging Black content creators. The channel is the only one of its kind endorsed by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), the world’s largest group of Black film critics that gives annual awards for excellence in film and television. Available at home onXfinity X1andFlex, and on-the-go with theXfinity Streamapp, the Black Experience on Xfinity will entertain, educate and uplift, featuring Black actors, writers, producers and directors. At home, Xfinity subscribers can visit channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling. Visithttps://www.xfinity.com/learn/ About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation(Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 56 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, Peaco*ck, NBC News, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. About Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Incorporated® Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®began as the vision of nine African-American college students on the campus of Howard University in 1908. Since then, the sorority has flourished into a globally-impactful organization of more than 300,000 college-educated members bound by the bonds of sisterhood and empowered by a commitment to service that is both domestic and international in scope. As Alpha Kappa Alpha has grown, it has maintained its focus in two key areas: lifelong personal and professional development of its members and galvanizing its membership into an organization of respected power and influence which is consistently at the forefront of advocacy and social change that results in equality and equity for all citizens of the world. About Coffee Bluff Pictures Coffee Bluff Picturesis an award-winning production company committed to creating film, television and books with beautifully complex, diverse characters that enhance cultural and socially conscious dialogue. The company’s work includes 2017 NAACP Image Award nomineeOlympic Pride, American Prejudice, fashion cult classic Versailles ‘73: American Runway Revolution and Twenty Pearls. Coffee Bluff Picture’s recent short filmIllegal Rosehas garnered awards on the film festival circuit and has film and television projects in development and production. Recognized by critics globally for its incredible storytelling and ability to find unseen and unheard voices, Coffee Bluff Pictures is changing the independent film landscape. For more information visitwww.coffeebluffpictures.com. |
PHILADELPHIA–March 24, 2021 – Comcast NBCUniversalis excited to announce the exclusive premiere of the documentary filmTwenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, arriving Friday, March 26 on its newly-launched Black Experience on Xfinity Channel, available on X1, Flex, and on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app. From award-winning filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper, produced by Coffee Bluff Pictures, and narrated byPhylicia Rashād,Twenty Pearlsclosely examines the founding and legacy of the first Black sorority,Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, which is now regarded as one of the most significant and influential Black organizations in history.The documentary tells a powerful story of sisterhood. In 1908, nine Black women enrolled at Howard University made one decision that would change the course of history. These college students created Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.® For over 113 years, the sorority has influenced many of the most famous watershed moments in history. Through narration, interviews and rarely seen archival materials, the audience will see the sorority’s impact on World War II, NASA, Civil Rights, Women’s Rights and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) culminating in the historic election of America’s first Black and South Asian woman Vice President.Twenty Pearlsfeatures interviews with members of the sorority includingVice President Kamala Harris,Miss Universe Ireland 2019 Fionnghuala O’Reilly,Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III,Anna Eleanor Roosevelt Fierst, great-granddaughter of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt,InternationalPresident and CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Dr. Glenda Gloverand many more. Watch theTwenty Pearlstrailer here:Trailer “This is an extraordinary time to look back at our past to serve our future,” added filmmakerDeborah Riley Draper. “A future where Black women are centered.Helming this documentary love letter to the founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the generationsof women that followed in their footsteps and to all Black women everywhere is an honor. This is an important history for all of us to know and understand.” “We’re thrilled to work with award-winning filmmaker, Deborah Riley Draper, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to bring this exclusive premiere to the Black Experience on Xfinity channel,furthering ourcompany-wide mission of investing in andshowcasing authentic Black stories and culture,” saidKeesha Boyd, Executive Director, Multicultural Video & Entertainment, Xfinity Consumer Services. “We launched this channel to help facilitate the discovery of stories likeTwenty Pearls, while providing a platform for emerging Black content creators.” “Telling our own story is essential to preserving our history and uplifting the culture,” saidAlpha Kappa Alpha International President and CEO Dr. Glenda Glover.“Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s remarkable 113-year journey which began on the campus of Howard University is punctuated by stories of history makers, ceiling breakers, public servants and ordinary women who have changed the course of American history. Through this beautifully written and narrated odyssey, this film highlights in undeniable ways the vision, courage, tenacity, determination and power of Black women while putting to bed the age-old questions about the relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the Divine Nine sororities and fraternities.” Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more. It features high-quality content from many of Xfinity’s existing network partners, at no additional cost, while investing millions of dollars in fostering and showcasing emerging Black content creators. The channel is the only one of its kind endorsed by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), the world’s largest group of Black film critics that gives annual awards for excellence in film and television. Available at home onXfinity X1andFlex, and on-the-go with theXfinity Streamapp, the Black Experience on Xfinity will entertain, educate and uplift, featuring Black actors, writers, producers and directors. At home, Xfinity subscribers can visit channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling. Visithttps://www.xfinity.com/learn/ About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation(Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 56 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, Peaco*ck, NBC News, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. About Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Incorporated® Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®began as the vision of nine African-American college students on the campus of Howard University in 1908. Since then, the sorority has flourished into a globally-impactful organization of more than 300,000 college-educated members bound by the bonds of sisterhood and empowered by a commitment to service that is both domestic and international in scope. As Alpha Kappa Alpha has grown, it has maintained its focus in two key areas: lifelong personal and professional development of its members and galvanizing its membership into an organization of respected power and influence which is consistently at the forefront of advocacy and social change that results in equality and equity for all citizens of the world. About Coffee Bluff Pictures Coffee Bluff Picturesis an award-winning production company committed to creating film, television and books with beautifully complex, diverse characters that enhance cultural and socially conscious dialogue. The company’s work includes 2017 NAACP Image Award nomineeOlympic Pride, American Prejudice, fashion cult classic Versailles ‘73: American Runway Revolution and Twenty Pearls. Coffee Bluff Picture’s recent short filmIllegal Rosehas garnered awards on the film festival circuit and has film and television projects in development and production. Recognized by critics globally for its incredible storytelling and ability to find unseen and unheard voices, Coffee Bluff Pictures is changing the independent film landscape. For more information visitwww.coffeebluffpictures.com. |
