An evening of South African story, song and cuisine in Fort Greene
Brooklyn BookBeat
Madiba, the only South African restaurant in Brooklyn, will host next week what promises to be a poignant evening of South African literature, music, and cuisine. The program, which will begin at 7 p.m. on June 5, will provide an enriching and intimate view on a country that has faced great adversity in its struggle for social justice.
Boston-based writer Neville Frankel will appear at Madiba to read from his new thriller “Bloodlines.” Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Frankel immigrated to the U.S. as a teenager. Covering five decades, his book tells the heartbreaking story of a family ruptured by apartheid.
Brooklyn-born vocalist Nedelka F. Prescod will also be featured at Wednesday’s event. Her band, the Earth Tones, is a collaboration between New England Conservatory students and alumni.