# Event Details - **Event Name**: ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind Returns as an Annual Theatrical Tradition Rooted in Black Historical Truth Chattanooga, TN — February 26th and 27th at 7:00 – The Howard School, 2500 South Market St. Following its inaugural season, Alkebulan: The Mother of Mankind returns as an annual theatrical tradition dedicated to restoring African and Black historical truth and correcting centuries of erasure and distortion. Presented by the Black Arts & Ideas: August Wilson Playmakers Festival, in partnership with The Howard School’s Theatre Arts Department, Alkebulan centers African civilizations and Black history as foundational to humanity—challenging narratives that locate Black identity only in enslavement rather than origin, intellect, and global influence. “Alkebulan was created first and foremost for the Black community,” said Writer and Director Ricardo ‘Ric’ Morris. “It is an act of cultural reclamation—restoring memory, correcting lies, and passing truth forward without apology. Others are welcome to witness the work, but the accountability is to us.” Returning each year during Black History Month, Alkebulan maintains a consistent ceremonial format while honoring a new constellation of African kings, queens, and visionaries—allowing the production to grow into a living canon of Black history over time. 2026 Honored Figures & Cast • JELI (Storyteller): Mateen EL • Akhenaten: Clifford “Pcalu Lidwid” Luster • Nefertiti: Jacqueline “JJ” Hood • Tutankhamun: Actor TBD • Makeda, Queen of Sheba: Jessica Parker • Hannibal of Carthage: Marcus Price • Amanirenas of Kush: Adana Shropshire • High Priestess Nashakar: Joclyn Foster • Taytu Betul of Ethiopia: Destiney Tyson • Handmaidens: Ja’shala Gardner, Darrinesha Harmon • Temple Dancers: The Howard School Cheerleaders Through music, movement, and storytelling, Alkebulan restores African royalty and leadership not as myth, but as historical fact—inviting audiences into a more complete and honest understanding of the past. Post-Show Talk-Back Discussion Following the Friday night performance, audiences are invited to participate in a post-show talk-back and community discussion. Led by members of the creative team, the conversation will explore the historical figures, themes of cultural reclamation, and the importance of restoring African and Black historical truth. *Participation is included with the Friday night performance and open to all audience members. Performance Location: The Howard School Theatre 2500 S. Market St., Chattanooga, TN Tickets: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Group rates, educational discounts, public appearances available by calling Ric Morris 423-883-0178 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chattanooga/alkebulan-the-mother-of-mankind-featuring-the-kings-and-queens-of-alkebulan-africa/200029644759116 - **Event Categories**: art, black-history-month, theatre, festivals, literary-art, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Chattanooga - **state**: TN - **country**: United States - **location**: The Howard School - **lat**: 35.02591 - **long**: -85.30986 - **full address**: The Howard School, 2500 S Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37408, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/61c4c88171a607112483011b4bd5699a6fa8f5e74e2e54774d52d370cb68824a-rimg-w1200-h1472-dca49490-gmir?v=1771332923 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) being held? - **A:** ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) takes place on Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Howard School, 2500 S Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37408, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa)? - **A:** ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) is organized by Chattanooga Festivals of Black Arts & Ideas. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ALKEBULAN: The Mother of Mankind - Featuring the Kings & Queens of Alkebulan (Africa) is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chattanooga, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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