Set Designer

Abasiama and her husband Ukpong are Nigerian immigrants studying and living in Texas in the 1970s. Ukpong is exhilarated by the promises of America, but Abasiama is homesick and frustrated by Ukpong’s frequent absences. As Abasiama struggles with the physical pain of her pregnancy, the demands of work and schooling, the isolation of being away from her family, and the uncertainty of her future, an unexpected community inspires her to forge her own path. The first play in Mfoniso Udofia’s epic nine-part Ufot Cycle depicting the Nigerian-American experience, Sojourners is a “moving and powerful” (The New York Times) testament to the complexity of the American dream. 

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Sojourners

Round House Theatre

The sensational, groundbreaking rock musical bursts with the jubilant spirit, raging rebellion and psychedelic color of the 1960s.

A company of long-haired bohemian hippies on the cusp of adulthood champion freedom, pacifism, and joy, but confront a world thrown into chaos when one of their own receives a draft notice for the Vietnam War.

With chart-topping hits such as “Aquarius,” “Let the Sunshine In,” and “Good Morning, Starshine,” HAIR’s vibrant, groovy celebration of peace, love and life changed Broadway forever and still resonates today.

Hair

Signature Theatre

**Penelope at Signature Theatre: A DC Premiere Not to Be Missed**

Signature Theatre is thrilled to present the DC premiere of "Penelope," a captivating new musical that reimagines the story of Penelope, the wife of Odysseus, from the classic tale of The Odyssey. Running from March 5 to April 28, 2024, this production promises to be an unforgettable experience that combines soulful music with a witty and thoughtful narrative.

**Event Details:**

- **Dates:** March 5 - April 28, 2024
- **Location:** Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, Virginia 22206
- **Running Time:** Approximately 70 minutes with no intermission
- **Age Recommendation:** Teens and up due to mild adult language and theatrical haze

**About the Show:**

Fed up after twenty years of waiting on the small island kingdom of Ithaca, Penelope, with a glass of bourbon in hand, takes the microphone to share her side of the story. This musical flips the script on the traditional narrative, allowing Penelope to step out of the background and into the spotlight, showcasing her strength, wit, and resilience.

**Specialty Nights:**

- **Discussion Nights:** March 19 & April 10, 2024
- **Pride Night:** April 5, 2024
- **Masks Required Performances:** March 19, 7:30 PM & April 7, 2 PM

**Creative Team:**

- **Music & Lyrics:** Alex Bechtel
- **Book:** Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean & Eva Steinmetz
- **Directed by:** Eva Steinmetz
- **Starring:** Jessica Phillips as Penelope

**Additional Information:**

This production is sponsored by The Jenna and Paul Segal Foundation and Penelope Bourbon, with additional support from Dan and Gloria Logan. The world premiere was originally produced by Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, and the show has been developed through various prestigious residencies.

**Special Event: Inside Signature with Jessica Phillips**

- **Date:** April 4, 2024, 1-2 PM
- **Location:** The Mead Lobby and Streaming Online
- **Admission:** FREE, No reservation required

Join us for a special session with Jessica Phillips, who makes her Signature debut as Penelope. Learn about her training, career, and connection with the Greek myth heroine she portrays.

**Tickets and More Information:**

Don't miss your chance to experience this exceptional show. For tickets, visit the Signature Theatre box office or our website. For more details, including a seating chart and content warnings, please check our official event page.

Prepare to be mesmerized by "Penelope" – a unique blend of myth and modern storytelling, brought to life through exceptional performances and a compelling narrative.

Penelope

The night before his untimely death, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. returns to his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis after delivering a speech to local sanitation workers. While waiting for room service, he is visited by a mysterious and beautiful maid, Camae, with whom he begins a humorous and flirtatious conversation that progresses into a soul-searching discussion about their mutual hopes and fears. When Camae reveals her true identity, Dr. King must reflect on his legacy and the challenges facing the civil rights movement. “Audacious [and] inventive” (Associated Press), the Olivier Award-winning play offers an intimate and empathetic portrait of one of history’s most consequential figures.

Paige Hathaway

Set Designer

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Sep 11 - Oct 6, 2024

Sojourners · Round House Theatre

May 21 - Jul 7, 2024

Hair · Signature Theatre

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