Inspired by the words and actions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., We Shall Overcome showcases repertoire from across the African-American music traditions with interwoven spoken word from Dr. King’s recorded speeches.
Inspired by the words and actions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., We Shall Overcome showcases repertoire from across the African-American music traditions with interwoven spoken word from Dr. King’s recorded speeches. This production ties together a living lineage of music and culture that includes traditional gospel, modern gospel, classical, jazz, and Broadway. From Aretha Franklin, to Wynton Marsalis; Duke Ellington to Stevie Wonder; Nina Simone to Donny Hathaway; and traditional spirituals and music from “The Wiz.”
The composer, Damien Sneed, holds a unique understanding of each genre that allows the company to fluidly cover so much musical ground in a single performance.
Tickets are $30.
Phone: 803-407-5011
Email: harbisontheatre@midlandtech.edu
2019/01/23 - 2019/01/23
Harbison Theatre
7300 College St., Irmo, SC 29063