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The Christmas Case of Hezekiah Jones:
A Holiday Play for Grown-ups!
November 26 - December 15, 2024
From the North Pole to North Carolina
Embark on a whimsical journey with Dizzle Jollyworth, one of Santa's frontline elves. We find him struggling to find purpose in his North Pole life when he's dispatched to North Carolina on a special mission – to reignite Christmas magic for a grief-stricken toymaker. Join us for a festive world premiere of a Christmas tale made just for you! Written by Howard L. Craft and Mike Wiley and directed by Kathryn Hunter-Williams.
This holiday play is for the "Young at Heart" with mature themes and language. For more details, visit www.playmakersrep.org.
Just use the code TFAAA and save 30% off tickets!
Valid only on Premium and Section A full priced seats
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
www.playmakersrep.org
A Holiday Play for Grown-ups!
November 26 - December 15, 2024
From the North Pole to North Carolina
Embark on a whimsical journey with Dizzle Jollyworth, one of Santa's frontline elves. We find him struggling to find purpose in his North Pole life when he's dispatched to North Carolina on a special mission – to reignite Christmas magic for a grief-stricken toymaker. Join us for a festive world premiere of a Christmas tale made just for you! Written by Howard L. Craft and Mike Wiley and directed by Kathryn Hunter-Williams.
This holiday play is for the "Young at Heart" with mature themes and language. For more details, visit www.playmakersrep.org.
Just use the code TFAAA and save 30% off tickets!
Valid only on Premium and Section A full priced seats
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
www.playmakersrep.org
Triangle Friends of African American Arts
African American Theater Preview
January 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Celebrate the rich and diverse season of African American theater in the Triangle! The Triangle Friends of African American Arts is bringing together several performing arts organizations to showcase the wonderful African American plays and musicals that will hit the stages in 2025. This special evening will include dramatic readings, songs and scenes from upcoming performances.General admission tickets are $25. Presented in partnership with the Raleigh Little Theatre.
Raleigh Little Theatre
301 Pogue Street
Raleigh, NC 27607
www.raleighlittletheatre.org
Photo by Bruce dePyssler
African American Theater Preview
January 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Celebrate the rich and diverse season of African American theater in the Triangle! The Triangle Friends of African American Arts is bringing together several performing arts organizations to showcase the wonderful African American plays and musicals that will hit the stages in 2025. This special evening will include dramatic readings, songs and scenes from upcoming performances.General admission tickets are $25. Presented in partnership with the Raleigh Little Theatre.
Raleigh Little Theatre
301 Pogue Street
Raleigh, NC 27607
www.raleighlittletheatre.org
Photo by Bruce dePyssler
JP Jermaine Powell—Leadership Reimagined: Share Your Journey
On view until March 9, 2024
Leadership Reimagined encapsulates the journey of JP Jermaine Powell as artist in residence at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Throughout the exhibition he reflects on and pays tribute to the remarkable work of NCMA staff, critically acclaimed artists, and everyday heroes who have dedicated themselves to making the local art scene vibrant and productive. Free Admission.
North Carolina Museum of Art
2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
www.ncartmuseum.com
On view until March 9, 2024
Leadership Reimagined encapsulates the journey of JP Jermaine Powell as artist in residence at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Throughout the exhibition he reflects on and pays tribute to the remarkable work of NCMA staff, critically acclaimed artists, and everyday heroes who have dedicated themselves to making the local art scene vibrant and productive. Free Admission.
North Carolina Museum of Art
2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
www.ncartmuseum.com
Blog Highlight
Porgy and Bess Opens Doors for African American Performers and Audiences
(Excerpt from Blog Post)
Porgy and Bess has had a significant impact on audiences. As it toured throughout the U.S., some venues like the National Theatre in Washington, DC were integrated because of protests from cast members. Kenneth Overton, who plays Porgy in NC Opera's upcoming production, said, "For many years, Porgy and Bess was the only opportunity where seeing African Americans in other standard opera roles would also increase visibility on and off stage. People go where they feel welcomed and safe.”
When Maya Angelou first saw Porgy and Bess, she had a powerful response. “I remained in my seat after the curtain fell and allowed people to climbed over my knees to reach the aisle. I was stunned. Porgy and Bess had shown me the greatest array of Negro talent I had ever seen.”’
By Sherri Holmes, Triangle FAAA Founder & Director
Photography by Perry Tannenbaum
(Excerpt from Blog Post)
Porgy and Bess has had a significant impact on audiences. As it toured throughout the U.S., some venues like the National Theatre in Washington, DC were integrated because of protests from cast members. Kenneth Overton, who plays Porgy in NC Opera's upcoming production, said, "For many years, Porgy and Bess was the only opportunity where seeing African Americans in other standard opera roles would also increase visibility on and off stage. People go where they feel welcomed and safe.”
When Maya Angelou first saw Porgy and Bess, she had a powerful response. “I remained in my seat after the curtain fell and allowed people to climbed over my knees to reach the aisle. I was stunned. Porgy and Bess had shown me the greatest array of Negro talent I had ever seen.”’
By Sherri Holmes, Triangle FAAA Founder & Director
Photography by Perry Tannenbaum
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