At the Burning Coal Theatre
224 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
info 984-349-1716 or
919-414-3957
www.agapetheatreproject.com
Synopsis- “Blues for an Alabama Sky” tells the story of Angel, a struggling blues singer in 1930s Harlem, New York during the Great Depression. Cleage is praised for bringing to life the cultural renaissance which took place in Harlem during a period of economic uncertainty. She is also known for her staunchly feminist views, and her numerous plays and novels draw heavily from her own life experiences. “Blues for an Alabama Sky” looks at the lives of five characters who cross paths in a Harlem apartment building during the summer of 1930. Each character fights racism, sexism and prejudice daily.
Friday, June 28-7:30 pm
Saturday, June 29-4:00 pm
Sunday, June 30-3pm
Friday, July 5-7:30 pm
Saturday, July 6-4:00 pm
Sunday, July 7-3pm
