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Blues for an Alabama Sky at Lantern Theater Company

Dates: 2/12/2026 - 3/22/2026

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Blues for an Alabama Sky, a poignant drama by Pearl Cleage, is set in Harlem during 1930, following the life of Angel, a jazz singer facing personal and professional turmoil. As she navigates her ambitions and relationships, including a complex bond with the Southern newcomer Leland, the play delves into themes of love, choice, and survival amidst the vibrant backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance. Directed by Brett Ashley Robinson, the production features an ensemble cast including Kash Goins, Taylor Mitchell, and Ebony Pullum, and promises to be a compelling exploration of resilience and the bonds of chosen family.

Cast and Creative Team for Blues for an Alabama Sky at Lantern Theater Company

Cast

Tariq Kanu
Leland
Kash Goins
Sam
Cookie Diorio
Guy
Taylor J. Mitchell
Delia
Ebony Pullum
Angel

Creative Team

Brett Ashley Robinson
Director
Dirk Durossette
Scenic Designer
LeVonne Lindsay
Costume Designer
Tydell Williams
Lighting Designer
Elizabeth Atkinson
Sound Designer
Maya Nguyen-Haberneski
Stage Manager
Rasheda Sesay
Assistant Director
Stacy Dutton
Executive Director

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