A Punk-Couture Medicine Show for the People
Suzan-Lori Parks' nine-piece band, SLP & The Joyful Noise, is her test kitchen. In The Tune Up – Parks’ new series blending short plays, music and high-voltage performance — she throws a party in that kitchen, alongside starry guests and exceptional newcomers. This is a bring-your-drinks, make new friends, dance-in-the-aisles kind of night. With big sounds and bold ideas, Parks joyfully reminds us the importance of remembering who we are.
July 30th, 2025
August 3rd, 2025
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Conceived, Written and Composed by: Suzan-Lori Parks
Directed by: Niegel Smith
Band: SLP & the Joyful Noise
Scenic Design by: Jian Jung
Costuming from: Diane von Furstenberg
Lighting Design by: Ania Washington
Sound Design by: Shannon Slaton
Music Direction by: Nitzan Gavrieli
Production Stage Manager: Linda Marvel
Cast: Rona Figueroa, Leland Fowler, Danyel Fulton, Suzan-Lori Parks, Lance Coadie Williams, and special guests to be announced
Featured Artist: Ayodele Casel
Band: Alex Cummings, Bobby Spellman, Christian Konopka, Malik Washington, Marty Scott, Nitzan Gavrieli, Osei Kweku.
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