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The man for which the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute (LHPAI) was named and where we carry out the majority of our work, is our constant inspiration. LANGSTON is dedicated to cultivating and showcasing Black brilliance in our community.

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“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken-winged bird, that cannot fly.”

Langston Hughes

Dreams

“I’ve known rivers: I’ve known rivers ancient as the world and older than the flow of human blood in human veins. My soul has grown deep like the rivers.”

Langston Hughes

Rivers

“The audience goes to the theater to see the good performance of good plays, and not the play itself: you can read the play.”

Alexander Ostrovsky

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Join us for an exclusive kickback with the cast an

Join us for an exclusive kickback with the cast and production crew of REPARATIONS! ⏰ 8:00PM-Midnight at The Station

This will be an opportunity to witness a short preview of SOUND THEATRE’s play REPARATIONS, followed by a Talk-back led by Naa Akua. Afterwards, stay for good vibes, music and specialty cocktails by @thatbrowngirlcooks!
This will be an opportunity for us to gather, decompress and kickback!

Please note that this event will be centered around our Black, Brown and Indigenous community members. We encourage all individuals to witness the phenomenal play, but this celebration will be for our POC community only. We greatly appreciate the continued support of our allies and thank you for respecting our ability to enjoy POC safe spaces.

About REPARATIONS:

Directed by Associate Artistic Director, Jay O'Leary (CITIZEN: An American Lyric '19), this world premiere by Darren Canady, resonates now more than ever as we navigate questions of ownership and accountability within ourselves, society and the American government at large. By examining the secrets and traumas we carry in our bloodlines, playwright Darren Canady urges us to inch closer and closer to decolonizing and deconstructing the dominant narrative.

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We at Sound Theatre and LANGSTON are bursting with

We at Sound Theatre and LANGSTON are bursting with excitement for tonight's opening of REPARATIONS by Darren Canady. What an incredible honor to be the first to bring this piece to life. Tickets still available! Join us!
TICKETS HERE: https://bit.ly/34nti1n

We're going to the intersection of Black + Wellnes

We're going to the intersection of Black + Wellness in partnership with Cierra Sisters Inc., February 8, 2020, for World Cancer Day. Mark on your calendars this free event touting a panel of Fred Hutch cancer researchers, dinner, a screening of Miss Evers' Boys, and much more!
More details here: World Cancer Day & Registration is required, bit.ly/WCDSEA #centraldistrict #artsdistrict #cancersucks #worldcancerday #seattleevents

Why is a play about a small black family in the mi

Why is a play about a small black family in the middle of nowhere, Oklahoma premiering in Seattle? Darren Canady talks REPARATIONS, family legacy, and the one person responsible for bringing this world premiere to Sound Theatre Company. Click the link in our bio to check out the interview and purchase advance tickets to REPARATIONS, opening this week at #LangstonSeattle #seattletheater #seattlearts #centraldistrict #artsdistrict #reparationsplay

When you receive what you don’t deserve—that’s GRACE. From #brilliant Debra Kendrick (writer, director) comes this electrifying stage-play with plenty of singing, dancing, and drama! SELL OUT IS LIKELY—click the link in our bio for the online box office. Presented with Restoration Of The Arts. #seattletheater #centraldistrict #artsdistrict #langstonseattle #seattleevents #seattlethingstodo

During a visit to Transylvania, an African prince

During a visit to Transylvania, an African prince (William Marshall) gets turned into a vampire by Count Dracula (Charles McCauley). Sealed in a coffin for several lifetimes, "Blacula" reawakens in 1970s Los Angeles. 🧛🏿‍♂️🍿
We’re unpacking BLACULA next Wednesday @ LANGSTON! Ticket link in bio. Film screening + special guest talkback monthly—this is FADE TO BLACK. #fadetoblack #seattlefilm #filmscreening #centraldistrict #seattleevents #langstonseattle

We are unpacking how the Black image is represente

We are unpacking how the Black image is represented in film and you should join us! Our monthly series will feature William Cain’s 1972 BLACULA. Where does “The Black Dracula” fit in our contemporary context? Get tickets to #FadeToBlack now! Only $10 for a limited time!! bit.ly/blaculaftb

Your new favorite film is out this weekend. Use an

Your new favorite film is out this weekend. Use an emoji for your reaction to QUEEN & SLIM! We’ll go first—🙉#queenandslim @queenandslim

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