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Stew and Heidi Rodewald, creators of the Tony Award-winning show Passing Strange, team with director Joanna Settle to bring you their thrilling new musical, THE TOTAL BENT, a riotous new show at the crossroads of the sacred and profane, survival and liberation, gospel and rock 'n' roll. When a British record more...

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Stew, the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and founder of THE NEGRO PROBLEM, brought his unique musical vision to life in The Total Bent. more...

Ato Blankson-Wood had his breakout performance in the Public Theatre musical The Total Bent, earning a Drama League and Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his portrayal of a black musical prodigy in a nation on the verge of social upheaval. more...

David Cale, known for his versatile talents as a performance artist, playwright, and actor, showcased his skills in Stew and Heidi Rodewald’s "The Total Bent" at The Public Theater. more...

Jahi Kearse, known for his dynamic performances on Broadway in "Holler If Ya Hear Me" and "Baby It's You!", also captivated audiences Off-Broadway in "The Total Bent" at The Public Theater. more...

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Awards and Nominations


2017 The Lortels
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical: Ato Blankson-Wood was nominated but did not win.

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