THE LEGEND OF YAUNA Runs 2/21-22 at BAM Fisher
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 24, 2014
On the nights of Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22, theatre-goers will experience the mind-bending fantasy and unique musical experience of THE LEGEND OF YAUNA, an incredible tale created by the Grammy award-winning composer/music director Chris Berry and staged by director/choreographer Maija Garcia, the powerhouse behind the Tony award-winning Broadway production FELA!. This theatrical music and dance experience shares the wisdom of Yauna, an ancient narrative set 12,000 years ago that spotlights the indigenous Bana Kuma ceremonies of Zimbabwe. Helmed by the pen and voice of the talented Berry, the eclectic cast includes: Afro-European vocalist Marie Daulne (founder of the internationally acclaimed quintet Zap Mama) playing the role of 'Black Panther Queen'; seven musicians performing on non-traditional instrumentation including African drums and the shona Mbira; and a diverse nine-member theatrical ensemble that brings the storybook to life through music, song and high-powered contemporary dance.
FELA!'s Chris Berry to Present THE LEGEND OF YAUNA at BAM Fisher, 2/21-22
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 6, 2014
On the nights of Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22 theatre-goers can experience the mind-bending fantasy and unique musical experience of THE LEGEND OF YAUNA, an incredible tale created by theGrammy award-winning composer Chris Berryand reinvented by the creative director of the Tony award-winning Broadway production FELA!,Maija Garcia. Debuting at the legendary BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) Fisher in Brooklyn, New York, the theatrical event of non-traditional instrumentation, including African drums and the distinctive sound of the Mbira, and contemporary dance set the stage for thewisdom of Yauna, an ancient narrative set 12,000 years ago. Casting for the independent production, presented by BanaKuma, will run from January 7-9 at the DANY Studios in Manhattan; tickets for the February performance at BAM Fisher will go on sale January 14.
Rachel Alderman, Leigh Fondakowski and Maija Garcia Set for GENERATING YOUR OWN WORK Panel Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 22, 2013
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation and Culture Project's Women Center Stage 2013 Festival present 'Generating Your Own Work', a panel with Rachel Alderman, Leigh Fondakowski, and Maija Garcia tonight, July 22, 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the Lynn Redgrave Theatre at Culture Project at 45 Bleecker Street. This event is free. RSVP REQUIRED to Conversations@SDCweb.org.
Photo Coverage: FELA! National Tour Cast Meets the Press- Michelle Williams and More!
by Walter McBride
- Jan 23, 2013
Former member of Destiny's Child Michelle Williams will join the national tour of the hit Award-winning Broadway musical Fela! when it opens at Sidney Harman Hall in Washington, DC on January 29. Fela! received three 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Choreography. Williams and the rest of the cast met the press earlier today, and you can check out full photo coverage from the festivities below!
Harlem Stage Presents FUND FOR NEW WORK SHOWCASE, 6/27-28
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 26, 2012
Harlem stage will present two evenings of new work by the next generation of choreographers, musicians and playwrights at its FUND FOR NEW WORK SHOWCASE, to be held June 27 and 28, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.
National Theatre Live Presents FELA!, Broadcast At La Mirada 1/21
by BWW
News Desk
- Jan 21, 2011
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce the fourth production of National Theatre Live's second season - broadcast live from London's National Olivier Theatre, the musical sensation and Tony nominee for Best Musical, FELA!
Photo Coverage: Closing Night of FELA! on Broadway
by Peter James Zielinski
- Jan 5, 2011
On January 2, Fela!, the multi-Tony Award-winning Broadway musical about the music and life of the revolutionary musician and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, ended it's run at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. The critically acclaimed musical began performances on Broadway on October 19 of 2009 and opened to rave reviews on November 23, 2009. Check out photos from the final performance below!
National Theatre Live Presents FELA!, Broadcast At La Mirada 1/21
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Dec 13, 2010
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce the fourth production of National Theatre Live's second season - broadcast live from London's National Olivier Theatre, the musical sensation and Tony nominee for Best Musical, FELA!
Tickets on Sale for AMTP's Not Wanted on the Voyage, Presented 7/15-8/8
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 8, 2010
Single and group tickets now are on sale for the new musical 'Not Wanted on the Voyage,' the latest work by award-winning Broadway writers Neil Bartram and Brian Hill. The production will be presented July 15 through Aug. 8 by the American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) at Northwestern University.
Northwestern Performs NOT WANTED ON THE VOYAGE, 7/15-8/8
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 8, 2010
The American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) at Northwestern University has announced the production of the new musical, NOT WANTED ON THE VOYAGE, by Drama Desk-nominated Broadway writers Neil Bartram and Brian Hill.
NOT WANTED ON THE VOYAGE Plays At The Barber Theatre 7/29
by BWW
News Desk
- Jul 29, 2010
'Not Wanted on the Voyage,' a new musical by Broadway writers Neil Bartram and Brian Hill ('The Story of My Life') featuring a design team including Tony Award-winning designer, Eugene Lee, enters its second weekend of developmental performances this Thursday.
NOT WANTED ON THE VOYAGE Plays At The Barber Theatre 7/29
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jul 26, 2010
'Not Wanted on the Voyage,' a new musical by Broadway writers Neil Bartram and Brian Hill ('The Story of My Life') featuring a design team including Tony Award-winning designer, Eugene Lee, enters its second weekend of developmental performances this Thursday.
Lincoln Center Closes Midsummer Night Swing, 7/17
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 17, 2010
Tickets are on sale now for Lincoln Center's 22nd season of Midsummer Night Swing which will take place every Tuesday through Saturday, June 29-July 17 (except July 13, which will be replaced with a night of dancing on Monday, July 12th). The program will take place in Swing's home, Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park, on West 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
AMTP Presents NOT WANTED ON THE VOYAGE, 7/15-8/8
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 15, 2010
Single and group tickets now are on sale for the new musical 'Not Wanted on the Voyage,' the latest work by award-winning Broadway writers Neil Bartram and Brian Hill. The production will be presented July 15 through Aug. 8 by the American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) at Northwestern University.
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