The Segal Center and National Black Theatre,  | Dec. 2016

 

Tia Ade as "Oya"

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The Segal Center presents a staged reading of Feast, a theatrical exploration with vibrant music and dazzling dance of the magnificent, cross-continental Yoruba culture. Directed by Awoye Timpo. Followed by a discussion with Elyse Dodgson, International Director, The Royal Court Theatre; Sade Lythcott, CEO, National Black Theatre; and others.

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Originally produced in 2013 by the Young Vic and the Royal Court, this is the first presentation of Feast in the US. Afro-Caribbean traditions and ancestral lore come to life in this energetic work about three sisters who become divided at a crossroads on their way to a family dinner. From Nigeria in the 1700s through Brazil, Cuba, and the USA to London in 2013, the sisters survive by their spirits—spirits of courage, mischief, and incredible resilience.

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Feast was written by playwrights Yunior García Aguilera (Cuba), Rotimi Babatunde (Nigeria), Marcos Barbosa (Brazil), Tanya Barfield (US), and Gbolahan Obisesan (UK) and originally directed by Rufus Norris. Artistic Producer: Elyse Dodgson.

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Featuring Mutiyat Ade-Salu (Tia Ade), Segun Akande, Ebbe Bassey, Carlos Dos Santos, Jonathan Majors, Adepero Oduye, Max Pollak, Lee Aaron Rosen, and Stephen Tyrone Williams

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In collaboration with National Black Theatre.

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This event is made possible by the generous support of Cecelia and Seward Johnson.

Monday, December 12

365 Fifth Ave at 34th St

6;30pm Reading + Discussion

 

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