MY BROTHER LANGSTON & FOREVER HOLD YOUR PEACE

Join us as we present stage readings of two developing plays.

My Brother Langston - Written and Directed by Rueben D. Echoles

Produced by: eta Creative Arts Foundation in association with Echoles INK

My Brother Langston is a one act musical that takes us on a journey through the life and times of Langston Hughes, told by the iconic father of Jazz Poetry, Langston himself. Throughout this show we relive the events that inspired the work that changed the way we view poetry today. 

Forever Hold Your Peace - Written and Directed by Cory Wright Produced by: eta Creative Arts Foundation in association with Echoles INK

Moments before he says "I do," Brandon reminisces on the times that brought him and his husband, Dante, together as a couple. Although they've had over 20 year of history, Brandon realizes he's never been heard.

What is stage reading?

A staged reading is a performance of a play script that is presented to an audience, typically without full staging, costumes, or props. The focus is on the text and the actors' performances, allowing the playwright to hear the dialogue and see how the characters interact in a live setting. This format provides a unique opportunity for playwrights to gauge audience reactions and gather constructive feedback.

Be part of the development process by providing feedback to the playwright and production team.

A staged reading is a performance of a play script that is presented to an audience, typically without full staging, costumes, or props. The focus is on the text and the actors' performances, allowing the playwright to hear the dialogue and see how the characters interact in a live setting. This format provides a unique opportunity for playwrights to gauge audience reactions and gather constructive feedback.

This is an essential part of the play development process, and we'd love to hear your thoughts!