An Evening with Peabo Bryson

Mr. Bryson—recipient of Grammy Awards for “A Whole New World (Aladdin’s Theme)” and “Beauty and the Beast”—will perform a full concert in support of Rising South’s mission.

Prior to Mr. Bryson’s performance, local artists and student performers will take the stage, including a signature musical presentation titled “From Hidden to Crowned,” which depicts the journey from pain to purpose and triumph over violence.

Through this project, Rising South Literacy School invites the entire community—students, educators, artists, and families—to take part in building a culture of peace, literacy, and collective pride.

ABOUT RISING SOUTH LITERARY SCHOOL

Although Rising South officially became a 501(c)(3) organization in late 2022, and then paused after the loss of its founder, our commitment to community service extends back more than two decades. Long before obtaining nonprofit status, we operated as a grassroots volunteer collective, organizing literacy drives, mentoring youth, hosting free arts workshops, and leading community dialogues on gun violence, domestic abuse, and neighborhood revitalization. 

In February 2023, we experienced the profound loss of one of our founding organizers, Phillip Muhammad, a retired police officer and passionate advocate for violence prevention who worked closely with residents most vulnerable to adverse outcomes. 

His dedication continues to inspire our mission, and today Rising South carries forward his legacy by advancing initiatives that promote community safety, education, and healing.

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