Posted by: Here's a classic story with a new twist: This theatrical production, “Purvis: Othello of Overtown,” reimagines the Shakespearean tragedy through the lens of local Florida painter Purvis Young (1943-2010). Two free public readings of selected excerpts are scheduled for October in South Florida.
What: Excerpt readings from “Purvis: Othello of Overtown” with musical accompaniment.
When & Where:
- BROWARD: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 > 6:15-7:30 p.m. at Broward County Main Library, at 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale.
- MIAMI: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 > 2–4 p.m. at Main Library Miami, 101 W. Flagler Street; call 954-816-3324.
Cost: Free
The three-act play explores Young’s artistic journey from Overtown’s poverty-stricken streets to an artist whose works are in some of the world’s best known museums of modern art.
On left, the painter Purvis Young; on right is the actor Andre Gainey.
Agenda
- Greetings: Attendees can gather and meet the hosts Summer Hill Seven and Clare Vickery who collaborated on writing the script.
- Introductions: Meet the actor playing Purvis Young, along with the musical ensemble.
- Reading: Lasts between 30 and 45 minutes.
- Discussion: Follows the reading.
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Broward County Main Library
100 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 357-7444
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