Production Dramaturg Wenke (Coco) Huang highlights quotes about catharsis, joy, redemption, and Black worship that offer crucial context for THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS.
What do Morgan Freeman, Zora Neale Hurston, and the 2003 film CAMP have in common? Believe it or not, they're all connected to THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS! Read more about this production's cultural resonances in this blog post!
Directors Mark J.P. Hood and Charles Newell discuss the evolution of gospel music, the importance of doing THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS in Chicago, and the personal journey of redemption.
We're thrilled to announce the 2023/24 season! This next season marks a thrilling inflection point in our history, catalyzed by the 2022 Regional Theatre Tony Award. Centering timeless themes in strikingly rich interpretations, the 2023/24 season finds the fresh in the familiar with a carefully curated blend of beloved texts and new voices.
Scenic Designer Collette Pollard and Costume Designer Izumi Inaba shed light on the design choices that make FEN such a standout theatrical experience.
