The Classical Theatre of Harlem presents Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream for the summer 2024 Uptown Shakespeare in the Park.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Marcus Garvey Park

**Forsyth County is Flooding: A World Premiere Opera**

Join us for a groundbreaking performance that delves into the eerie and uncanny histories of Forsyth County, Georgia, with "Forsyth County is Flooding." This one-act dark comedy, selected as the winner of the inaugural 96-Hour Opera Project Showcase in 2022, marks its world premiere, offering a modern-day ghost story set against the backdrop of Lake Lanier's unsavory origins. A private detective and a witch, claiming a connection to the spirits, embark on a mission to unravel a supernatural mystery, leading audiences through a journey of suspense, humor, and unexpected twists.

**Performance Details:**
- **Date and Time:** Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 8:00 pm
- **Location:** Ray Charles Performing Arts Center
- **Runtime:** Approximately 75 minutes with no intermission
- **Language:** Sung in English
- **Content Warning:** Explicit language

**Creative Team:**
- **Music & Lyrics:** Marcus Norris
- **Book & Story:** Adamma Ebo
- **Conductor:** Chaowen Ting
- **Director:** Tinashe Kajese-Bolden
- **Choreographer:** Dell Howlett
- **Scenic & Props Designer:** Kat Conley
- **Costume Designer:** Jarrod Barnes
- **Lighting & Projections Designer:** Bradley Bergeron

**Cast Highlights:**
- Kevin Thompson
- Church Jenkins
- Minka Wiltz
- Odella Syrus
- Andrew Gilstrap
- County Mayor John Johns
- Marnie Breckenridge
- Ronnita Miller

**Ticket Information:**
- **Forsyth County is Flooding:** $20
- **96-Hour Opera Project Showcase:** $10
- **Festival Package (Both Performances):** $25

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience a new opera that bridges the gap between traditional enthusiasts and newcomers to the art form. "Forsyth County is Flooding" promises to be an accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking performance that explores Georgia's haunting past through the innovative lens of opera.

For tickets and more information, visit our website. Join us for an unforgettable evening of opera at the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center.

Dell Howlett

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5 - 27 Jul, 2024

A Midsummer Night’s Dream · Classical Theatre of Harlem

15 - 17 Jun, 2024

Forsyth County is Flooding · Atlanta Opera

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