Step Afrika! presents the Chicago premiere of The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence at The Auditorium. This 90-minute performance explores the early 20th-century migration of African Americans to the North, inspired by Jacob Lawrence's iconic artwork. Under the direction of Founder and Executive Producer C. Brian Williams, the company blends stepping with traditional African dances, live music, and contemporary art forms to create a compelling narrative. Notable performances will be enhanced by musicians Lionel Lyles, Agyei Edwards, and vocals from Ariel Dykes, Briona Jackson, and Kanysha Williams.
Cast and Creative Team for The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence at The Auditorium
Cast
C. Brian Williams
Ensemble
Lamar Lovelace
Ensemble
Mfoniso Akpan
Ensemble
Lionel Lyles
Ensemble
Agyei Edwards
Ensemble
Abdou Muhammad
Ensemble
Ariel Dykes
Ensemble
Briona Jackson
Ensemble
Kanysha Williams
Ensemble
Artis J. Olds
Ensemble
Robert Warnsley
Ensemble
Creative Team
C. Brian Williams
Executive Producer
Lamar Lovelace
Executive Director
Mfoniso Akpan
Artistic Director
Artis J. Olds
Director of Arts Education and Community Programs
Lionel Lyles
Musician
Agyei Edwards
Musician
Abdou Muhammad
Musician
Greg Watkins
Vocal Music Arranger
Rich Regan
CEO
Robert Warnsley
Company Member
Ariel Dykes
Vocalist
Briona Jackson
Vocalist
Kanysha Williams
Vocalist
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