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The Amen Corner at Arkansas Repertory Theatre

Dates: 8/5/2025 - 8/24/2025

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The Amen Corner at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre features a powerful story centered on Harlem storefront pastor Margaret Alexander, who must reconcile her piety and humanity when her estranged husband returns. Directed by Ken-Matt Martin, the production stars Gillian Glasco as Margaret, alongside Tyrese Shawn Avery, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, and Aaron Smith. This music-filled play by James Baldwin explores themes of faith, family conflict, and personal truth, enhanced by performances from local choirs. The show runs from August 5 to August 24, 2025.

Cast and Creative team for The Amen Corner at Arkansas Repertory Theatre

Cast

Satia Spencer

Sister Boxer


Gillian Glasco

Margaret Alexander


Tyrese Shawn Avery

David


Phyllis Yvonne Stickney

Sister Moore


Aaron Smith

Brother Boxer


Bijoux

Sister of the Church


Rhindi White

Ida Jackson


Tiara Piggee

Sister Sally


B. Cordell Piggee

Brother Washington


Nick Farr

Brother Davis


Portia Jones

Sister Douglass


Jermaine McClure

Luke


Tawanna Campbell

Sister Odessa


Creative Team

Kaila Madison

Production Stage Manager


Maya Ellington

Vocal Director


Ricardo Richardson

Music Director


Jeremiah Davison

Sound Designer


Celeste Jennings

Costume Designer


Sim Carpenter

Lighting Designer


Sim Carpenter

Scenic Designer


Ken-Matt Martin

Director




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