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Southern Promises

First Preview: Mar 1, 2019
Opening Date: Mar 1, 2019
Closing Date: Apr 18, 2019
Running Time: 01:40
Southern Promises

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Playing @
The Flea
20 Thomas Street, New York City, NY 10013
Provocatuer Thomas Bradshaw returns to The Flea, revisiting his incendiary 2008 play Southern Promises in a new production helmed by Artistic Director, Niegel Smith.

On his deathbed, a plantation owner vows to set his slaves free, but his wife rejects the request and chaos soon erupts on the plantation. Based on slave narratives and featuring an all PoC company of actors, Southern Promises is a brilliant examination of the deeply disturbing and utterly corrupting power of  American slavery and its lasting grip on our country's hearts and institutions. 

The Flea
ends its Color Brave Season bringing this haunting reality onto the stage
Off-Off BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 17
Audience Advisory: Adult language, themes & situations Nudity Performance at The Sam; no performance 3/24

Performance Schedule

MONDAY, THURSDAY thru SATURDAY @ 7 PM
SUNDAY @ 3 PM


Written By
  • Thomas Bradshaw

Director
  • Niegel Smith

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Full-price tickets:

$15.00 - $100.00

Lottery & Rush

$10 - Student rush tickets are available 10 minutes prior to curtain for $10, based on availability and with a valid student ID.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair accessible seats may be reserved prior to each performance with the box office. Guest Productions may have different instructions for arranging accessible accommodations and should be contacted directly.
  • Seating

    Seats 75.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    Yes
  • Restroom

    Gender-neutral bathrooms
  • Assisted Listening System

    Assistive listening devices are available at the box office prior to all performances.
  • Visual Assistance

    None.
  • Folding Armrests

    None
  • Parking

    Limited free street parking is available on Thomas Street, Monday-Friday after 7pm and all day Saturday & Sunday. You can also view and reserve parking at some local garages via ParkWhiz.

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