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 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)
Run time is 100 minutes. No intermission.
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Thursday & Friday (preview), April 30 and May 1 at 8pm
Wednesday May 27 at 8pm
Friday & Saturday performances through June 13 at 8pm
Sunday performances through June 14 at 3pm
IMPORTANT DATES
Black Out Night Friday May 15 – An intentional space for Black audiences to experience Hymn in community — surrounded by each other, free from explanation. Just the story. Just us Post Show Talkback Wednesday, May 27 at 8pm
A Curated Post-Show Conversation Series
FATHERS AND SONS Sunday, May 17 | Following the 3:00 PM matinee moderated by Dr. Donald E. Grant Jr.
INSIDE THE ROOM Wednesday, May 27 | Following the 8:00 PM performance moderated by Sally Essex-Lopresti
EXPLORING THE MUSIC OF HYMN Sunday, June 7 | Following the 3:00 PM matinee
Wine Night Friday, May 15, May 29, June 5 – Enjoy complimentary wine and snacks with the cast after the show.
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
Properties Designer Jenine MacDonald
Choreographer Toran X. Moore
Dialect Coach Paul Wagar
Stage Manager Jenny Nwene
Casting Director Nicole Arbusto
Graphic Designer Luba Lukova
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
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May 7, 2026 – May 17, 2026 -
Visiting Production
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