In NYC, "The Task" is packing stage-show buffs in @ the Castillo Theatre.
The thought-provoking production unveils the promise of revolution in Jamaica in 1799, according to the producers, which has been buoyed up by a talented theatrical troupe garnering rave reviews since day one.
The well-received piece was written by acclaimed German writer Heiner Muller.
The timeless themes of love, loss and betrayal collide in this rivetting drama.
The production runs through most of February at the Casillo Theatre in downtown Manhattan.
Director Gabrielle L. Kurlander continues to stretch the boundaries of political theatre with this first-ever all-Black-American cast.
Fred Newman's avant-garde songs are a plus, as are Billy Taylor's gospel, R & B classics and rap tunes.
For those interested in thought-provoking, investigative and inspirational theater - "The Task "- is the night of theatre many have been pining for.
Respected Dancer/choreographer - Desmond Richardson - hailed the extraordinary cast and excitedly gushed about":
"The Task weaves an interesting tale that pulls the audience into a fantastic web of discovery."
A handful of notables in the show-biz arena have responded with similar accolades.
"The adaption and lyrics by Fred Newman are excellent and accomplished. The music complements Newman's lyric like the best of Weill & Brecht."
(Woodie King, Jr.)
"Powerful performance! The cast was so talented and message was timely."
(Joan Walrond)
"The acting was energetic and creative interpretation of the play makes me want to read it. Made me think about liberation on many levels.
(Carol Greenland)
"I will highly recommend this play to all my friends."
(Lonza Bufford, Jr.)
THE CASTILLO THEATRE
543 WEST 42ND STREET
(10th & 11th Avenues)
NEW YORK, NY
Box Office: 212-941-1234
TICKETS: www.castillo.org
Author Heiner Muller
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