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Approval of Entertainers and Performers for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration as Recommended by the Members of the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
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Meeting Date: November 20, 2024
Contact Person/Dept: Francisca Castillo/PRCS
Phone Number: (310) 253-6645
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: [X]
Public Notification: (E-mail) Meetings and Agendas - Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission (11/15/2024); (E-mail) Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department Updates (11/15/2024)
Department Approval: Ted Stevens, PRCS Director (11/15/2024)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration & Juneteenth Celebration Committee (Committee) approve the entertainers and performers for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration as recommended by the members of the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
At the October 16, 2024, regular meeting of the Committee, a consensus was reached to agendize an update from the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee. After meeting on October 21, 2024, the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee finalized the schedule of entertainers and performers for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on January 11, 2025. The subcommittee carefully considered various local and regional talent and curated the recommended diverse and dynamic lineup of artists by aligning the program to the spirit and themes of Dr. King's legacy, including unity, justice, and community. Special emphasis has been placed on featuring local performers to ensure that the event reflects and celebrates the rich cultural diversity and talent within the community. This approval wil...
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