THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS at Theatre Raleigh
Dates: (9/4/2019 - 9/15/2019 )
Theatre Raleigh |
2. East South Street
Raleigh,NC 27601-2337
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The Scottsboro Boys, a powerful musical with a tragic historical core, is the brainchild of a creative trio. David Thompson crafted the book, weaving the true story of the Scottsboro Boys trial into a dramatic narrative. John Kander and Fred Ebb, the legendary songwriting team behind hits like "Cabaret" and "Chicago," composed the music and lyrics, infusing the musical with a blend of haunting melodies and pointed social commentary. The musical debuted Off-Broadway in 2010 before moving to Broadway later that year.
The story centers around nine young Black men falsely accused of rape by two white women on a train in 1931 Alabama. Thrust into a racist legal system, they face a harrowing fight for justice. The musical doesn't shy away from the brutal realities of prejudice and the fight for civil rights. Through powerful songs and a unique performance style that blends traditional musical theatre with elements of a minstrel show, The Scottsboro Boys confronts audiences with a dark chapter in American history.
The Scottsboro Boys garnered critical acclaim and significant awards recognition. It snagged twelve Tony Award nominations, a testament to its powerful storytelling and impactful music. The musical continues to be performed, serving as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial equality and the importance of fighting against injustice.
- David Thompson
- Fred Ebb
- John Kander
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THEATRE RALEIGH is at 2. East South Street, Raleigh, NC.
Theatre Raleigh is professional, non-profit theatre company based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It grew out of the original “Hot Summer Nights at the Kennedy” Series, begun in 2005 by K.D. Kennedy Jr. and his son, Michael Kennedy. The series operated out of the K.D. and Sara Lynn Kennedy Theatre, a 133-seat black box space around the back of the Duke Energy Center performing arts complex. In 2009, Lauren Kennedy Brady took over the series from her father and brother, building it into a year-round professional company that she renamed Theatre Raleigh. The organization officially incorporated as a nonprofit in 2013. Under Kennedy-Brady’s leadership, Theatre Raleigh has grown into one of the top theatre destinations in the Triangle, employing both local professionals and Broadway veterans. The company still continues its beloved Summer Series, but has expanded its programming to include a Family Series, a new works initiative, various concert events, and a number of educational components.
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