Ford's Theatre (Washington, DC)
Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins stars in Black Pearl Sings!. Susannah, a song collector for Library of Congress, encounters Pearl in a Texas prison and asks Pearl to give away her African ancestors' songs for a chance at freedom. Music unites strangers in this powerful story about two women's attempts to bridge America's racial divisions.
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The last date listed for Black Pearl Sings! was Sunday October 18, 2009 / 2:30pm.
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It was my first time to the Ford's Theater. I would tell you to arrive there early so that you can totally enjoy the new look of the theater. I am going back to see this play again with some friends of mines because it was so funny. There was a lot of stuff to see under the theater inside of the museum below. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance and the play. Black Pearl was so funny when her and Susannah were getting to know each other. I love how these two woman became true friends during a time when black people and white people could not be true friends. The costume designer did a great job on their costumes. Tonya Pinkins can sing her head off with all those different songs. Eat before to save money unless you don't mine. You can park on the street after 6pm and it free :=}
Two wonderful singers and actors. I loved how Susannah learns the rhythmic song and accompanying rhythmic movements in the first act, Pearl taught her well.
Great story, with very keen treatment of many socio-cultural issues. Tonya Pinkins was fabulous! Kudos to the set and wardrobe designers.
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Ford's Theatre is a live, working theatre located in downtown Washington, DC. As a living tribute to President Abraham Lincoln's love of the performing arts, Ford's Theatre produces musicals and plays that embody family values, underscore multiculturalism, and illuminate the eclectic character of American life.
On April 14, 1865 President Abraham Lincoln was shot by John Wilkes Booth will attend
Website: http://www.fords.org/event/black-pearl-sings
By Frank Higgins
Directed by Jennifer L. Nelson
Susannah, a song collector for the Library of Congress, travels the country seeking little-known melodies. When she encounters Pearl in a Texas prison, she discovers dozens of musical treasures rooted in the African tradition. Pearl must decide whether to give away her ancestors’ songs for a chance at her own freedom. Music unites strangers in a powerful story that illuminates America’s racial divisions and the attempts of two women to bridge them. Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins makes her Ford’s Theatre debut in the title role with Erika Rolfsrud as Susannah. Jennifer L. Nelson returns to direct for the first time since her critically acclaimed production of Jitney.