About the Show
In a mashup of West African folklore and contemporary American culture, this provocative, hilarious new play follows four teenage girls as they grapple with societal definitions of beauty. When Akim’s classmates decide they’ll be damned before they let her be the leading lady in the story, the frenemies jockey for their rank in a culture built on ideals forever out of reach. Brimming with live music and dance, this play doesn’t ask the question “How much is beauty worth?” but rather, “Why are so many willing to pay its price?”
Event Details
Run Time
2 hours, one 15-minute intermission
Location
ATC @ the Hadley Theatre
2132 Radcliffe Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28207
Content Notice
This show contains mature themes and language. Recommended age is 14+
Production elements include flashing lights and theatrical fog.
Subject matter includes depictions of murder and suicide which may be unsettling. To inquire about specifics, please email kathrynh@atcharlotte.org.
Cast & Production Team
Meet the Cast
Meet Production
Playwright Tori Sampson
Director Sidney Horton
Asst. Director Tina Kelly
Choreographer Jenayeda Shepherd
Scenic Designer Raquel Jackson
Lighting Designer Hallie Gray
Sound Designer Iran Mckinney
Costume Designer Davita Galloway
Production Mgr/Props Carrie Cranford
Technical Director Paul Swanson
Scenic Artist Lane Morris
Stage Manager Kathryn Harding
Asst. Stage Manager Deity Brinson