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Afrofuturist

  • a word derived from Afrofuturism.
    Afrofuturism
    noun
    a cultural movement that uses the frame of science fiction and fantasy to reimagine the history of the African diaspora and to invoke a vision of a technically advanced and generally hopeful future in which Black people thrive: this movement is expressed through art, cinema, literature, music, fashion, etc.

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Composed by Kevin Day, the Cincinnati Opera’s Afrofuturist world premiere is a promising opening to its commissioning initiative.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026

Some are inspired by Met Gala themes, Yoruba bridal looks or Afrofuturist aesthetics.

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2025

The lights come up, showing a stage over which looms a structure that looks like a spaceship — an integral part of director Robert O’Hara’s and set designer Clint Ramos’ Afrofuturist design.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 27, 2024

Inspired by Octavia Butler’s Afrofuturist fiction, a Sonoma County farmer helps Black Californians connect with nature and learn lessons in climate resilience.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 29, 2023

This ingenious treatment results in a powerful garment — one fit for an Afrofuturist queen or a classical goddess from ancient Greece.

From New York Times ● Mar. 2, 2023

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