Mixed Magic Theatre Presents SWEAT and GILDED SIX BITS
by Stephi Wild
- Oct 4, 2018
Pell Award Winner Ricardo Pitts-Wiley's unique approach to the adaptation of 'Sweat' and 'The Gilded Six Bits', two short stories by Zora Neale Hurston, is a compelling tribute to the controversial and celebrated author of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God '. Hurston an American folklorist, anthropologist ,novelist, ethnographer, and short story writer is considered one of the pre-eminent writers of 20th century African American literature. Hurston was a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance and her four novels, two books of folklore and her recently recovered and published ( May 8, 2018 )a masterpiece Barracoon: The Story of the Last ' Black Cargo ' have proven invaluable sources on the oral cultures of African America. Barracoon is hailed as ' a stunning addition to several overlapping cannons of American literature.'
Photo Flash: First Look at Epic Theatre Company's BARBECUE
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 5, 2017
Epic Theatre Company is throwing a barbecue! Last October, the theater presented the Rhode Island premiere of Robert O'Hara's 'Bootycandy.' Next month, Epic will be premiering another ingenious work by Mr. O'Hara-the biting and brilliant 'Barbecue.' For this production, Epic will be using its brand new outdoor space at 50 Rolfe to create an immersive experience that's going to put the audience right in the middle of one big family feud. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Epic Theatre's BARBECUE Arrives in October
by A.A. Cristi
- Sep 14, 2017
Epic Theatre Company is throwing a barbecue! Last October, the theater presented the Rhode Island premiere of Robert O'Hara's Bootycandy. Next month, Epic will be premiering another ingenious work by Mr. O'Hara the biting and brilliant Barbecue. For this production, Epic will be using its brand new outdoor space at 50 Rolfe to create an immersive experience that's going to put the audience right in the middle of one big family feud.
Mixed Magic Theater presents THE RED TENT
by A.A. Cristi
- Apr 10, 2017
In 2007 director/playwright Ricardo Pitts-Wiley was given a copy of Anita Diamant's THE RED TENT. After reading the first chapter, he knew it could make a great stage play. The novel had all of the essential and captivating elements of drama; compelling characters, pathos, conflict, intrigue and engaging dialogue.
Mixed Magic Theatre Celebrates 17th Annual A KWANZAA SONG
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 30, 2016
African, blues and gospel music is used to tell the story of Azu, an African Spirit who must go to the New World with the stolen children of Africa and safeguard the essence of Kwanzaa until they find freedom again.
Mixed Magic Theatre to Stage Holiday Shows
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 11, 2015
Mixed Magic Theatre will present both of its two annual Holiday shows on Saturday, December 19th at Hope High School and Honor Distinguished Teachers, Coaches and Alums. The Honors Reception will take place at 2:00 PM in the Hope High Auditorium Lobby.
Paley Center To Present NYMF-Centric Theatre Series
by Pat Cerasaro
- Jun 27, 2013
Conveniently scheduled to occur during the weeks of this year's New York Musical Theatre Festival, The Paley Center For Media is presenting a series of theatrically-related programs and presentations throughout July featuring some particularly rarely-seen entities.
NYMF Announces 2010 Full Slate Of Musicals, Readings, Special Events
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jul 27, 2010
The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced the full slate of 27 musical productions, a developmental reading series and special events for their seventh annual festival. This year's Festival will begin September 27th and continue through October 17th. A full breakdown of this year's performances follows.
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