This event is in the past.It took place on January 19, 2026 at Brooklyn Academy of Music.
Dr. King's words come alive in a powerful dramatic reading of "The Drum Major Instinct," his final sermon, delivered by Jeffrey Wright, Letitia James, and other civic voices. A soaring gospel choir and post-show community discussion make this annual Brooklyn tradition feel both historic and urgently present.
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The Drum Major Instinct
Fort Greene
Dr. King's words come alive in a powerful dramatic reading of "The Drum Major Instinct," his final sermon, delivered by Jeffrey Wright, Letitia James, and other civic voices. A soaring gospel choir and post-show community discussion make this annual Brooklyn tradition feel both historic and urgently present.
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