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This Ghost of Slavery: A Play of Past and Present at Wesleyan University

Dates: (10/27/2024 )

Theatre:

Wesleyan University

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This Ghost of Slavery: A Play of Past and Present features an exploration of the complex legacies of slavery in America, intertwining historical narratives with contemporary themes. The staged reading, presented in collaboration with Long Wharf Theatre, showcases Anna Deavere Smith’s unique storytelling style, which combines interviews and dramatic interpretation. The event highlights both the emotional depth and social importance of the subject matter, offering audiences a vital reflection on the past and its relevance today.

Cast and Creative team for This Ghost of Slavery: A Play of Past and Present at Wesleyan University

Cast

Patricia McGregor

Ensemble


Luciana Q. McClure

Ensemble


Rob Esposito

Ensemble


Sun Queen

Ensemble


Stephanie Ybarra

Ensemble


Candyce Testa

Ensemble


Nisha Sajnani

Ensemble


Daphne Rubin-Vega

Ensemble


Joseph Roach

Ensemble


Jennifer Newman

Ensemble


Anna Deavere Smith

Ensemble


Todd London

Ensemble


Judy Lichtman

Ensemble


Ra Joy

Ensemble


Madeleine Hutchins

Ensemble


Lady Dane Figueroa Edidi

Ensemble


Ty Defoe

Ensemble


Eisa Davis

Ensemble


Dr. Khalilah Brown-Dean

Ensemble


Creative Team

Judy Lichtman

Participant


Luciana Q. McClure

Artist


Rob Esposito

Artist


Sun Queen

Artist


Stephanie Ybarra

Participant


Candyce Testa

Participant


Nisha Sajnani

Participant


Daphne Rubin-Vega

Participant


Joseph Roach

Participant


Jennifer Newman

Participant


Patricia McGregor

Participant


Todd London

Participant


Anna Deavere Smith

Speaker


Ra Joy

Participant


Madeleine Hutchins

Participant


Lady Dane Figueroa Edidi

Participant


Ty Defoe

Participant


Eisa Davis

Participant


Rachel Fine

Executive Director


Kit Ingui

Managing Director


Jacob Padron

Artistic Director


Michael Rohd

Co-designer


Dr. Khalilah Brown-Dean

Speaker




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