Chief organizer of the 1963 March on Washington and openly gay Civil Rights activist, Bayard Rustin was nearly written out of the history books. This world premiere play soars with African-American spirituals and offers a glimpse into a transformative moment for young Rustin—his 1944 prison sentence in Ashland, Kentucky. While incarcerated and targeted for his sexuality, Rustin puts his faith in nonviolent resistance to the test, illuminating what it means to be branded a "troublemaker" within a system stacked against you. People’s Light Resident Director Steve H. Broadnax III (Broadway’s THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN) and Tony Award winner Jason Michael Webb (CHOIR BOY) bring you the latest work to emerge from our New Play Frontiers residency program.
Written and Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III
Music Composed and Arranged by Jason Michael Webb
Music Direction and Additional Music Composed and Arranged by Rashad McPherson
A filmed performance will be available to stream 6/14-6/27 for $15.
Additional Details:
Masks are required in the theatre at all times. Ticket holders must show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID test for entry into the theatre. All Tuesday and Friday performances are socially-distanced, with ticket sales capped at 50% capacity. People's Light is a vaccine-mandated workplace, and each production group tests multiple times per week, along with other safety measures overseen by our COVID Compliance Manager. For the most up-to-date info, visit our health and safety page: https://www.peopleslight.org/visit/health-and-safety/
Accessibility: Our buildings and theatres are wheelchair-accessible, and we have wheelchair seating, ADA-compliant restrooms, and accessible parking.
