When Kemi, a 12-year-old first-generation Nigerian girl, moves from Washington, D.C. to Montgomery County, Maryland, her efforts to fit in at her new school are halted by her father’s taxicab and the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Farah Lawal Harris
Directed by Yunina Barbour-Payne
Presented as an interactive radio play.
When Kemi, a 12-year-old first-generation Nigerian girl, moves from Washington, D.C. to Montgomery County, Maryland, her efforts to fit in at her new school are halted by her father’s taxicab and the COVID-19 pandemic.
In addition to the presentation of “Kimmy,” a radio play with visual elements, interactive programming for young audiences will accompany this piece. Details on specific participatory events will be announced soon.
Suitable for the whole family but recommended for audiences 10+.
Tickets for performances of “Kimmy” are free of charge, however, we welcome your support for this and future programming for young audiences. Those who wish to donate in support of this project may do so HERE.
Tickets are free with an option to donate.
Phone: 5122325340
Email: Megan.bommarito@austin.utexas.edu
2021/12/03 - 2021/12/04
Additional time info:
In addition to the presentation of “Kimmy,” a radio play with visual elements, interactive programming for young audiences will accompany this piece. Details on specific participatory events will be announced soon.
Texas Performing Arts at The University of Texas at Austin - Oscar G. Brockett Theatre
300 East 23rd Street, Austin, TX 78712