My Lord, What a Night at Orlando Shakes

Risking scandal and controversy, iconic historical figureswith distinct approaches to facing inequalitygrapple with overcoming injustice during a turbulent time in our nations history. Filmed on the set in the Goldman Theater, this World Premiere performance of Deborah Brevoorts bold, new script reveals the real untold story of a true friendship between German-born, Jewish scientist Albert Einstein and African American singer Marian Anderson. In 1937, when Anderson is denied a hotel room based on the color of her skin, Einstein invites her to stay in his home. From there, a foreshadowing conversation about racial politics opens up as great minds gather over tea and Swiss chocolate.