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Review: VOICES OF THE EIGHTH CHRONICLES II: STORIES FROM HARRISBURG'S OLD EIGHTH WARD at Gamut Theater

Review: VOICES OF THE EIGHTH CHRONICLES II: STORIES FROM HARRISBURG'S OLD EIGHTH WARD at Gamut Theater

Now onstage at the Gamut Theater in Harrisburg, PA

Feb. 05, 2023  

In honor of Black History month, Gamut Theater and Sankofa African American Theatre Group partnered to present "Voices of the Eighth Chronicles II: Stories from Harrisburg's Old Eighth Ward" from February 3rd to 12th. This story is an original play written and directed by Sharia Benn. It is the second installment of the story-telling series that dives into the African American lives of Harrisburg's historic old 8th Ward, which is where the state capital currently sits. You will meet Sarah and Joseph Bustle, Dr. Agnes Kemp, Alice Dunbar Nelson and many other change-makers that contributed to the African American history of Harrisburg's 8th Ward.

The talented ensemble cast includes Abby Carroll, Sydney E. Crutcher, Latreshia Lilly, and James Mitchell. Jimmy Kohlmann is the puppeteer for the Sankofa Bird who weaves together the stories. You will experience soulful gospel music, African American inspired movement, poetry, and letters as you are taken through the history of African American freedom seekers and allies. It is a performance I highly recommend, and you'll leave wanting to learn more.

The show is also being available to middle school and high school students in the area. Please stay following the show for the question-answer session as this show is meant to start a conversation exploring the legacy of African American history that continues beyond the month of February.




Spring on the SouthSide Returns with Family Health & Wellness on the Greenway Photo
Spring on the SouthSide Returns with Family Health & Wellness on the Greenway
Grab your bike and put on your sneakers.  Spring on the SouthSide (formerly known as Spring on 4th) returns Saturday, April 22 from 1-4 PM after a two year long hiatus as a brand new community festival, free to attend for all ages.
Gamut Theatres Young Acting Company and Rasika School of Dance to Present THE JUNGLE BOOK Photo
Gamut Theatre's Young Acting Company and Rasika School of Dance to Present THE JUNGLE BOOK
Opening March 31, The Jungle Book will debut at Gamut Theatre for one weekend only! After the success of last year's production of Panchatantra Tales, Gamut's Young Acting Company will partner again with Rasika School of Dance to present this classic story. This play is co-directed by Gamut's Executive Director, Melissa Nicholson, and Rasika's Founder and Artistic Director, Rachita Menon Nambiar. The show is performed by students ages 7-18, dancers and actors alike. 
Review: ANNE & EMMETT at Open Stage And Sankofa African American Theatre Company Photo
Review: ANNE & EMMETT at Open Stage And Sankofa African American Theatre Company
Each actor in this production brings passion, commitment, and authenticity to the stage. The raw emotions expressed by the actors in these scenes are heart-breaking and haunting. It is an important call to action to acknowledge the past so that we may move into a more hopeful and just future.
PUFFS, OR: SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC Announ Photo
PUFFS, OR: SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC AND MAGIC Announced At The Players Club Of Swarthmore
Opening Friday, Apr 7 on Second Stage at the Players Club of Swarthmore is Puffs, or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, a comedy by Matt Cox, directed by Taylor Kellar.

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You will experience soulful gospel music, African American inspired movement, poetry, and letters as you are taken through the history of African American freedom seekers and allies. It is a performance I highly recommend. You'll leave wanting to learn more.
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