Hymn
Two strangers from very different neighborhoods meet at a funeral.
Gil knew the deceased. Benny did not.
Benny is a loner anchored by his wife and children. Gil longs to fulfill his potential. They form a deep bond but as cracks appear in their fragile lives, they start to realize that true courage comes in different forms.
R&B rhythms and gospel, boxing and rounds of scotch, uncover shared histories and hidden wounds in Hymn, directed by L.A. award-winner Gregg T. Daniel, in a much-anticipated co-production with the Odyssey Theatre and the Lower Depth Theatre. This soulful play takes a look at love, faith and friendship and asks “what does it take to be a good father, brother or son.” Written by celebrated playwright Lolita Chakrabarti, best know for her stage adaptation of the novel Life of Pi and Hamnet.
Dates / Tickets / Special Events
April 29 – June 14
Previews
April 29, 30 & May 1 $23 (includes fees)
General Admission $35
Seniors $30
Students $20
(A $3 fee will be added when purchasing with a credit card)
Wednesday — Friday (preview), April 29, 30 and May 1 at 8pm
Wednesday May 27 at 8pm
Friday May 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5, 12 at 8pm
Saturday May 2 (opening), 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6, 13 at 8pm
Sunday May 3, 10, 17, 24; June 7, 14 at 3pm
Post Show Talkback Wednesday, May 27 at 8pm
Run time is 100 minutes. No intermission.
Credits / Cast / Crew
Production
Written by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Gregg T. Daniel
Set Design Stephanie Kerley Schwartz
Lighting Designer Donny Jackson
Costume Designer Wendell C. Carmichael
Sound Designer Alma Reyes-Thomas
Choreographer Toran X. Moore
Dialect Coach Paul Wagar
Stage Manager Jenny Nwene
Producer for the Odyssey Sally Essex-Lopresti
Artistic Director for Lower Depth Theatre Gregg T. Daniel
Company Manager for Lower Depth Theatre Drina Durazo
Cast
Chuma Gault in rehearsal for Hymn
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First week of rehearsal for Hymn with director Gregg T. Daniel and actor Chuma Gault
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Jason Delane and Chuma Gault begin rehearsals for Hymn
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Jason Delane in rehearsal for Hymn opening May 2
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