The full cast has been unveiled for the world premiere of Marcus Gardley's "every tongue confess," in an announcement from Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. Tony-award winner Phylicia Rashad will star in the play, joined by Jason Dirden, Crystal Fox, Autumn Hurlbert, Jim Ireland, Leslie Kritzer, Eugene Lee, E. Roger Mitchell and Jonathan Earl Peck.Directed by Kenny Leon, Gardley's play retells the story of the 1996 church burnings in Alabama. The production will be Leon's fourth with Arena Stage. "I knew I had to do 'every tongue confess,'" Leon said in a statement. "It's earthy, epic, contains rich poetry and song with intriguing characters."With a family of ministers, Gardley cites a deep connection to the church as inspiration."My characters make a home in my mind and speak to me," said Gardley. "This is the story I want to share with the world."The...
- 10/19/2010
- backstage.com
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