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Peter Jay Sharp Theater

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March 4 - April 11, 2010
Peter Jay Sharp Theater





The World Premiere of a new play by Kia Corthron

Featuring
Keith Eric Chappelle • William Jackson Harper • Joshua King
Kianné Muschett • Myra Lucretia Taylor


Scenic Design Kris Stone
Costume Design Anita Yavich
Lighting Design Ben Stanton
Sound Design Darron L West
Production Stage Manager Kasey Ostopchuck

Directed by Chay Yew

An African preacher-in-training arrives in drought-stricken rural America intending to further his studies in religion and water conservation. Hosted by a family that is haunted by tragedy, he takes an interest in a young orphan starved for guidance—all the while maintaining an infectious optimism in the face of his obstacles.  Undaunted, the preacher determines to battle—by any means necessary—the personal and political forces that threaten the ecology of his new home.

Produced in association with The Play Company and CultureProject.

 

Perspective - "What in the world has all this got to do with water?" - Kia Corthron on A COOL DIP

Podcast - A COOL DIP playwright Kia Corthron discusses her writing process, her anomalous upbringing in Western Maryland, and how she empathizes with characters in her issue-based plays (8:50).

 

PRODUCTION BLOG: Read about the show, its progress and related topics HERE.

SPECIAL EVENT APRIL 11: Following the matinee performance, author/journalist Alex Prud'homme reads from and discusses his new book on water issues Clean, Clear, and Cold. Free and open to the public. Call (212) 564-1235 x3152, or e-mail us to reserve by clicking HERE.

GROUP SALES (10+): To inquire, call (212) 564-1235 x3153 or e-mail us by clicking HERE. A free ticket for every ten ordered!

PARTICIPATE: Bring your water bottle to performances of A COOL DIP -- we'll fill it for free!

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A Cool Dip in the Barren Saharan Crick
runs two hours and twenty minutes, not including intermission.

Perf. times: Tues-Fri at 7:30pm, Sat at 2:00 & 7:30pm, and Sun at 2:00 & 7:00pm.






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