"This Labor Day weekend, New York City audiences are invited to experience a transformative retelling of William Shakespeare's Pericles through The Public Theater's renowned Public Works initiative. Running August 29 through September 2 at 8 PM, the production will be staged inside the monumental Cathedral of St. John the Divine in Morningside Heights. Known as one of the largest churches in the world, the cathedral provides a soaring backdrop for a work infused with gospel music, community storytelling, and dynamic choreography."
"At the heart of this production is choreography by Tiffany Rea-Fisher, Artistic Director of EMERGE125. A long-time collaborator with Public Works, Rea-Fisher is recognized for her ability to create movement that reflects both cultural identity and collective spirit. Her choreography for Pericles draws inspiration from gospel traditions and the expressive energy of the Black church, channeling physicality into moments that transcend spoken dialogue. For Rea-Fisher, returning to Public Works is not just about creating dance-it is about building connections."
Public Works stages a gospel-infused concert retelling of William Shakespeare's Pericles at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, running August 29 through September 2 at 8 PM. Playwright and songwriter Troy Anthony reconceives the play while Carl Cofield directs, combining professional actors with New York City community groups. The production celebrates life, love, resilience, and transformation and features performers Denée Benton, Ato Blankson-Wood, and Tony Award-winner Alex Newell. Choreography by Tiffany Rea-Fisher and participation from EMERGE125 draw on gospel traditions and Black church energy to merge movement, music, and communal storytelling.
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