On view at
Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia
Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia
Opened: November 29, 2019
Hear Portia Sing
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Portia's Tour Calendar 1940 - 1967
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About Portia WhiteAt age 30 the darling singer of classical music from Nova Scotia embarked on a concert career that would lead her to world fame in the 1940s. In an era of overt racism, Portia distinguished herself as the first Black Canadian to establish an international career, defying colour barriers in the doing, opening the door for others who followed.
A revered vocal coach after retiring from the concert stage, downtown Toronto was Portia's home from 1953 until her death from cancer in 1968 at age 56. TRURO'S OWN: AN INCREDIBLE STORY
Photo of Portia at right was taken by famed photographer, Yousuf Karsh. This portrait hangs in the National Gallery in Ottawa.
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