A show that chronicles Black history in America is heading to the capital city, thanks to the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum. Chicago playwright and producer Ted Williams III’s 1619: The Journey of a People features three modern characters who lead the audience on a trip through time with performances set during different eras and movements up to the present day. According to the show’s writeup on the Hoogland Center’s website, it appeals to all ages and “features a dynamic cast of singers, actors, dancers and spoken word artists, who reflect on the past while tackling critical contemporary social issues.” Tickets are $30 for adults and $27 for seniors (60 and older) and students. The show also is sponsored by the Spencer Theatre Company.
1619: The Journey of a People
Saturday, July 1, 7pm; Sunday, July 2, 2pm
Hoogland Center for the Arts, LRS Theatre
420 S. Sixth St.
217-523-2787
hcfta.org
This article appears in Grillin’ and Chillin’ 2023.
