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- Dawn, Randee. "Imagenation Takes Hold in Harlem Theater Plans." The Hollywood Reporter. May 30, 2006.
- Cleary, Kristin. "Diaspora Daughters Represent." Rolling Stone. March 22, 2000. [ dead link ]
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