The first part consisted of a conference, jointly planned with UCLA’s Center for the Study of Women. Scholars from around the world considered the historical and contemporary meaning of the Black Madonna and the role of tableau performance in political history of women and African Americans.

The second part consisted of a series of private exploratory discussions held among and between women of different races, in homes throughout the city. This phase ended in audiotaping approximately 40 women discussing their relationships with women of different races. These experiences were woven into a two part performance soundtrack by composer Susan Stone.