Alicia Keys is headed to Broadway! The R&B veteran has signed on to serve as a producer for the Lydia R. Diamond play ‘Stick Fly.’
“I’m so passionate about this play because it is so beautifully written and portrays black America in a way that we don’t often get to see in entertainment,” Keys says in a statement. “I know it will touch all audiences who will find a piece of themselves somewhere inside this house.”
The show is a contemporary comedy, which tells the story of a well-to-do black family on vacation in Martha’s Vineyard. The insecurities of each character gradually come to light throughout the course of the show.
The production will open at the Lyceum Theater on 45th street December 8th.. It will begin initial performances November 18th.
In related news, Alicia re-released her multi-platinum selling debut album ‘Songs in a Minor’ today (June 28) as a deluxe and collector’s edition. The double-disc Deluxe and three-disc Collector’s editions features, in addition to songs fans are familiar with, a host of songs that didn’t make the original cut, new releases, and also a remix of “A Woman’s Worth” featuring Nas, the mixtape version of “Juiciest,” her song “Typewriter,” and many more.
Alicia Keys is an award-winning singer and songwriter who has captivated audiences with her powerful lyrics and soulful voice. Now she’s taking her talents to the stage, as she recently announced plans to produce a Broadway play titled ‘Stick Fly’. This exciting new development promises to be one of the hottest tickets on Broadway this season!
The production will tell the story of two affluent African-American families whose lives are upended when their sons bring home prospective brides for a weekend getaway at their family estate in Martha’s Vineyard. It explores issues such as race, privilege, identity, and love through comedy and drama. Alicia Keys’ involvement promises to elevate this already compelling narrative even further.
With its cast of talented actors, along with Alicia Keys’ creative vision behind it all, ‘Stick Fly’ is sure to offer theatergoers an unforgettable experience that they won’t soon forget. Keep reading to find out more about what we can expect from this highly anticipated performance!
Overview Of The Play
Stick Fly is an upcoming Broadway play produced by Alicia Keys. The story is centered around the wealthy black LeVay family, who gather at their Martha’s Vineyard estate for a weekend of relaxation and drama. This includes two sons, Flip and Kent, each with his own agenda that will come to collide during this visit. Family secrets are revealed as tensions rise between the adults and children in scenes of convincing comedy and heartfelt emotion.
The production is directed by Kenny Leon and written by Lydia R. Diamond, whose plays have been performed on stages all over the world. It originally premiered Off-Broadway back in 2011 before making its way up to the Great White Way seven years later. From early reviews, the cast has earned rave notices for their performances in this stirringly honest work about race, class, and identity.
All eyes are now on Stick Fly as it prepares for its Broadway debut under Alicia Keys’ producing banner — a show filled with humor and pathos that offers a unique perspective into African American culture today. With top talent behind both onstage and offstage roles, audiences can expect nothing less than an unforgettable theatrical experience when they take their seats inside New York City’s Cort Theatre this December.
Creative Team Behind The Production
Alicia Keys is the visionary behind this Broadway production of Stick Fly. She joins forces with esteemed director Kenny Leon, who has helmed acclaimed productions such as August Wilson’s Fences and A Raisin in the Sun. His direction brings to life Diamond’s script, a powerful story exploring race, class and identity within an African American family.
The cast features some of today’s brightest stars on stage including Dulé Hill (West Wing), Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Jitney), Mekhi Phifer (ER) and Rosie Benton (Chicago P.D.). They are joined by Tracie Thoms (Rent) and Eddie Ray Jackson for their respective roles in this offbeat comedy about secrets, lies and difficult conversations between generations.
Stick Fly takes audiences on a thought-provoking journey through modern day America that allows us to explore our own identities while learning more about each other. It promises to be a truly memorable evening at the theater when it officially opens its doors later this year — one filled with laughter, tears and plenty of surprises along the way.
Conclusion
I. Overview of the Play
Stick Fly is a play written by Lydia R. Diamond, first produced on Broadway at the Cort Theatre in 2011. The production follows an African-American family as they are confronted with issues of race and class during a weekend getaway to Martha’s Vineyard.
II. Creative Team Behind the Production
Alicia Keys has now been added to the creative team behind Stick Fly’s upcoming revival production set for 2021. She will serve as executive producer alongside Reuben Cannon, who originally produced the play back in 2011. Both Keys and Cannon have expressed eagerness to work together once again and bring this powerful story to life on stage.
III. Conclusion
With Alicia Keys joining the creative team behind Stick Fly’s revival production, audiences can expect an emotional experience that speaks directly to our current cultural climate regarding race and class issues. I’m excited to see what she brings to this project – her passion for artistry combined with her dedication to social justice makes her an ideal choice for such a meaningful piece like Stick Fly!
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