AVANT BARD PRESENTS the legendary African American musical The Gospel at Colonus, a soaring celebration of transcendence and the fragility of life. It transforms Sophocles’ timeless tale of the last days of Oedipus into a parable for our times. The music is an inspiring fusion of Black church gospel with blues and Motown. The show’s message of redemption is sorely needed right now. With its epic poetry and magnificent score, The Gospel at Colonus reminds us that out of the deepest sorrows, the highest and most uplifting hope can emerge.
Presented by WSC Avant Bard
Show Type Musical |
Running Time 90 minutes (0 Intermissions) |
Appropriate For All Ages |
Price Ranges $10 - $35 |
Discount Tickets Available Artist, Fringe button, and Arlington neighbor discounts
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Box Office Phone: 703-418-4809
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Saturday | 2:00pm | 7:30pm | - |
Extra Performances
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Performer | Role |
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William T Newman, Jr | Oedipus |
DeMone . | Singer Oedipus |
A.J. Calbert | Thesus |
Greg Watkins | Polyneices |
Tiffany Byrd | Antigone |
Ashley Buster | Ismene |
e'Marcus Harper-Short | Creon |
Chauncey Matthews | Balladeer |
Rafealito Ross | Chorus/Choir |
Branden Mack | Chorus/Choir |
Playwright | |
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Director |
Jennifer L. Nelson |
Costume Designer |
Danielle Preston |
Set Designer |
Tim Jones |
Choreographer |
Sandra Holloway |
Musical Director |
e'Marcus Harper-Short |
Lighting Designer |
John D. Alexander |
Composer |
Bob Telson |
Book Writer |
Lee Breuer |
Lyricist |
Lee Bruer |
Other |
Minister Becky Mays Jenkins and the Women's Ecumenical Choir |