Director

Everyone has heard of Rosa Parks, but she wasn’t the first to refuse to move. She Who Dared recenters the spotlight on the courageous women who helped desegregate the Montgomery bus system in the 1950s. These Civil Rights pioneers pay homage to the quiet struggle for justice that has often gone unknown – further amplifying the effects of the historic case of Browder V Gayle. While often riotous and sometimes hilarious, these women demonstrate how everyday people have the power to challenge the systems around them and affect tangible change – if only they dare. 

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She Who Dared

Fine Arts Building Chicago

A New York Times Critics Pick, hailed as a “a five-star, exceptional, buffed-to-gleaming jewel” by the Daily Beast, this play arrives fresh from its acclaimed, sold-out premiere.

Primary Trust

McCarter Theatre Center

"Where the Mountain Meets the Sea" at Signature Theatre

Signature Theatre proudly presents the DC premiere of "Where the Mountain Meets the Sea," a poignant and beautiful musical that explores the parallel journeys of a father and son. This evocative production runs from May 21 to July 7, 2024, and is a must-see event that promises to touch the hearts of its audience.

The story unfolds after a son learns of his estranged father’s death and decides to recreate the cross-country trip his Haitian immigrant parents embarked on before he was born. As he follows in their footsteps across America, bonding with the music his father adored, the boundaries of time blur, bringing them closer together. This lyrical narrative, accompanied by an evocative folk score, drives the father and son toward a rediscovery of love, each other, and their unbreakable bond.

"Where the Mountain Meets the Sea" is written by Jeff Augustin, known for his work on Apple TV’s "The Morning Show," and directed by Timothy Douglas, celebrated for his direction of Signature’s "The Color Purple." The production features a talented cast including Isaac Deacon as Izzy Bell, Jonah by Robert Cornelius, and Jean by Rob Morrison, with music direction by Rob Morrison and a creative team that brings the story to life with stunning scenic, costume, lighting, and sound design.

The show is recommended for mature teens and up, addressing themes such as sex and adult language, and will utilize theatrical haze. With a running time of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes without an intermission, it's an immersive experience that New York Theatre Guide promises will leave you feeling moved, perhaps inspiring you to take a road trip, call your dad, or explore more folk music.

Specialty nights include Discussion Nights on June 5 & 25, 2024, and a Pride Night on June 28, 2024, offering unique opportunities for engagement with the themes of the show. Masks are required for select performances, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Don't miss this unforgettable journey of love and connection at the Signature Theatre, located at 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, Virginia. For tickets and more information, visit the Signature Theatre website or call the Box Office at 703-820-9771. Join us for "Where the Mountain Meets the Sea" and be part of a story that celebrates the everlasting bond between father and son.

Where the Mountain Meets the Sea

Signature Theatre

For two performances only, Lyric presents a world premiere musical work from Chicago’s first-ever poet laureate, the celebrated interdisciplinary artist avery r. young.

Triumph and tragedy converge in this universal yet personal story of the Great Migration. This Afro-surrealist tale is told through the eyes of the Booker family, who return from the northern U.S. to their Southern hometown after five years of banishment to bury their patriarch.

Director

Timothy Douglas

Events

Upcoming events

17 - 18 Apr, 2026

safronia · Lyric Opera of Chicago

Past events

3 - 8 Jun, 2025

She Who Dared · Chicago Opera Theater

8 - 25 May, 2025

Primary Trust · McCarter Theatre Center

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