Are you into urban-themed art and the culture of hip-hop?  The Savannah Urban Arts Festival kicks-off this weekend, running from Sunday, April 18 through Saturday, April 25.

The festival is described as a series of live performances, forums, workshops and film screenings presented as a celebration of the diverse styles of art, music, writing and self-expression that have developed in urban culture.  Its goal is to foster dialogue between area youth, citizens, and civic leaders about ways to utilize these art forms to create positive change in communities.

I’ve personally never had the chance to attend before, but it sounds like something worth checking out.  Some of the most influential art and expression in our society are founded in the urban and hip-hop culture.

Looking at the schedule of events, I see that they’re planning a screening of the legendary hip-hop documentary Style Wars.  This is a must see for any true hip-hop head.  Style Wars was produced in 1983 by Tony Silver and Henry Chalfant and gives a first-hand view into the graffiti subculture that is a pillar of hip-hop.  It documents the stages of New York City hip-hop, and shows that its members were a racially and ethnically diverse group of creative young artists.  Check it out if you can on Monday, April 19 at 7 p.m. (Indigo Arts Center, 703D Lousiville Road).  Let me know what you think.