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A MESSAGE FROM EKUNDAYO As a theatre producer and the founder of Hattiloo Theatre, I’ve always been drawn to stories that resonate with the Black experience. Growing up in Brooklyn, I was exposed to a vibrant arts scene, fostering a diverse musical taste that would later inform my artistic choices. From a young age, my aunt introduced me to the world of jazz, sneaking me into clubs to experience the raw energy and improvisational brilliance of bebop. This early sclsel exposure to diverse musical styles has shaped my understanding of the power of music to move and inspire.

I'm a notoriously picky theatregoer. I'm often disappointed by the lack of originality and depth in mainstream theatre, particularly in the realm of musicals. American musical theatre, with its formulaic structure and often generic scores, rarely excites me. I'm more drawn to productions that challenge conventions, push boundaries, and offer a fresh perspective.

During my time at Morehouse College in Atlanta, a city more renowned for its film industry than its theatre scene, I eagerly sought out opportunities to experience live theatre. It was in this context that I attended a production of "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky," a play that chronicles the early life of Jimi Hendrix.

I remember sitting in that Atlanta theater, the stage bathed in a soft, purple glow. While the production was enjoyable, it felt like a missed opportunity. The play, originally conceived as a piece for young audiences, had the potential for a deeper, more mature exploration of Hendrix's life. My professor, a close friend and the spouse of an Alliance Theatre artistic director, shared my sentiment. We discussed the play's strengths and weaknesses, identifying moments that could be further developed to reveal the complexity of Hendrix's character and the power of his music.

This conversation sparked a flame within me. I was eager to dive deeper into Hendrix's story and bring it to life in a way that would truly honor his legacy. My enthusiasm was further fueled by my directing professor, who shared my perspective on the play's potential. Her insights into character development, staging, and the power of music resonated with me deeply. I was so impressed by her knowledge and passion that I knew I wanted her to direct our production of "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky."

Hattiloo is the perfect venue to bring Hendrix's story to life. As Memphis' only Black theatre in a predominantly Black city, we are committed to producing works that reflect the Black experience and challenge societal norms. Hendrix’s journey, marked by rebellion, artistic innovation, and a relentless pursuit of authenticity, aligns perfectly with Hattiloo's mission. By showcasing the life of a Black musical genius, we hope to inspire a new generation of artists and audiences.

Through productions like "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky," Hattiloo aims to expand the narrative of Black artistry. While Hendrix is a prominent figure, there are countless other Black musicians who have made significant contributions to the world of music. By celebrating the lives and work of these artists, we can challenge stereotypes and broaden our understanding of Black culture.

I'm excited to share this production with you. I believe it will not only entertain but also inspire, challenging us to think critically about the power of art and the importance of individuality. As we delve into Hendrix's story, we'll witness the birth of a musical genius and explore the complexities of his personal journey. From his early days in Seattle to his meteoric rise to fame, we'll see the struggles, triumphs, and the raw talent that made him one of the greatest guitarists of all time. I can't wait to see how our production resonates with our audience and how it contributes to the legacy of this iconic artist.

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Written by IDRIS GOODWIN Lyrics by Idris Goodwin, Divinity Roxx, and Eugene H. Russell IV Music by Divinity Roxx and Eugene H. Russell IV Directed & Choreographed by JADE LAMBERT-SMITH RALPH CALHOUN Audio Sound Technician

ASHLEY K. DAVIS Music Director

TOMISHA EDWARDS Asst. Stage Manager

ARIEL LEIRA Asst. Stage Manager

NADIRAH T. HARPER Lighting Designer

MELANIE MULDER Scenic Designer

MARSENA SELLERS Costume Designer

DIEGO TREJO Master Carpenter

CYD TRICE Sound/Video Designer

KIM “SUNSHINE” WICKS Stage Manager

HOUSE NOTES If you exit the theatre during the show, you may not be able to return to your seat.

Cameras and recording equipment are strictly forbidden in the theatre. Patrons with cell phones or any electronic device that makes noise are requested to either turn off the device or check it with the house manager prior to the curtain.

Talkback performances Sundays, May 18th and June 1st, 2025 (5 minutes after curtain).

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The Boy Who Kissed the Sky - Opening PRODUCED BY DIVINITY ROXX AND EUGENE H. RUSSELL IV LYRICS BY: IDRIS GOODWIN, DIVINITY ROXX, AND EUGENE H. RUSSELL IV MUSIC BY: DIVINITY ROXX & EUGENE H. RUSSELL IV

Original Cast: Deborah Bowman, Alexandria Joy, Aishé Keita, Cedric Lamar, Brandon L. Smith, Mike Spee, Adam Washington Seattle Children's Theater in partnership with Alliance Theatre, Atlanta

SYNOPSIS Set in the heart of Seattle’s Central District to the rhythms that shaped a generation, THE BOY WHO KISSED THE SKY, is inspired by the early life and influences of Seattle native and musical icon Jimi Hendrix. The early era of rock ‘n roll music sets the stage as a young Black boy conjures his creativity as a budding guitarist. Guided by the spirit of music itself, the boy learns to find harmony inside the challenging noises of his life. Told with vibrant music and daring imagination, this play inspires us to dream big when it matters most.

MEET THE PLAYWRIGHT Idris Goodwin Award-winning storyteller Idris Goodwin is a versatile culture bearer acclaimed as a playwright (authoring over 60 plays, including And In This Corner Cassius Clay and Free Play), breakbeat poet, content creator, and arts champion. Currently Artistic Director of Seattle Children’s Theater, his previous leadership roles include The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College and StageOne Family Theatre. Goodwin also serves on national theater boards and has created content for various media outlets. His debut picture book, Your House is Not Just A House, was released in 2024.

CAST BIOS CAROL HANS started singing and dancing onstage at the age of 4 and started acting in High School. In college, Carol continued to act and sing, performing in musicals as well as operas. Carol earned a Bachelor of Music (Vocal Education) and became an Elementary Orff Music teacher. She has worked in the Memphis area public schools for 26 years. Carol is excited to be back onstage CAROL HANS Person w/Clip Board 2 performing for audiences.

ROMAN KYLE graduated from the University of Memphis with a B.F.A in Theatre & Dance, trained in contemporary and jazz dance.

Credits include performing in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Demetrius), other productions include Romeo & Juliet (Romeo), The Flick (Avery), Sarafina: The Musical (Crocodile), The Little

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Prince (Aviator), To Kill A Mockingbird (Tom Robinson), and All The Way (Stokley Carmichael), The MouseTrap (Giles Ralston).

DEJA PATTON is so thankful to be a part of this production! She recently made her theatrical debut in “A Motown Christmas” as Gladys Knight & is excited to be gracing the stage at Hattiloo Theatre once again! She especially would like to thank God for ordering her steps to fulfill His purpose in her life!

DEJA PATTON Donna KAILEB “BRYCE” SEAY is a 17-year-old aspiring actor from Memphis. A senior at Overton High School’s C.A.P.A. program (GPA: 4.357), he excels in dance and vocal music, earning 25th

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chair as a Tenor I in the All-West Tennessee Honors Choir. Bryce has starred in The Wiz, Twelfth Night, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He is an active member of Greater New Liberty Church under Dr. Darryl Shack, Sr., participating in the youth department. In his free time, he enjoys being with family and friends.

JOHN SMILEY is a professional actor, director, and acting teacher holding degrees from SUNY Oswego (BA) and The University of Texas at Austin (MFA). Currently Interim Head of Performance/Acting and Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Memphis, he previously led acting programs at Christian Brothers High School and taught at other local colleges.

JOHN SMILEY Person w/Clip Board 1 Trained in Stanislavski and Meisner techniques with expertise in psychophysical methods, physical theatre, and movement, Smiley is a Certified Teacher of the Michael Chekhov Acting Technique and proficient in various other techniques. His 25+ year performance career includes international, national, regional, and Off-Broadway credits. He operates Michael Chekhov Memphis, is a former member of Actors' Equity, and is active in national acting and fight director organizations. Visit johnsmileyactor.com for more information.

ZURICK M. THOMAS, hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, favorably has over 20 years of professional experience as a dancer, choreographer, model, actor, and singer. Zurick was recently seen in "Carmen Jones" with Hattiloo Theatre, “Your Arms Are Too Short to Box With God”, and "Catch Me if You Can"

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with POTS. Other highlights include roles in The Hattiloo Theatre's "The Color Purple" and "Take the Soul Train to Christmas."

Outside of the spotlight, Zurick dedicates time to empowering and mentoring sixth-grade students as a Special Education teacher.

To God (Yahweh) be ALL the glory, honor, and praise.

RHONDA WOODFORK JOHNSON is an actress and singer whose passion has afforded her many blessed opportunities locally, internationally, on stage, in film, and on television. Rhonda has been part of the cast in productions at Hattiloo Theatre such as If Scrooge Was A Brother, Once On This Island, Akeylah And The Bee, Simply Simone, Jelly's Last Jam, and most recently, Carmen

RHONDA WOODFORK Jones. Rhonda is also a member of the Playback Memphis Improv Mrs. Newton Ensemble. "All of my life's opportunities to exert my gifts are God's blessings for my sanity in a crazy world," says Rhonda, who is grateful for the opportunity to be part of another Hattiloo Theatre production.

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CREW BIOS Ariel Leira would like to give all the glory, honor, and praise to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for the opportunity of Assistant Stage Manager! She is thrilled to learn about the different aspects of theatre by working behind the scenes! Ariel would like to thank God, her mother, Ms.Cyd, and Hattiloo Theatre!

ARIEL LEIRA Assistant Stage Manager NADIRAH T. HARPER graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Technology & Design. Though recently she's been on the national tour of Jason's Lyric as their Deck Stage Manager, she has designed the lights for a variety of theatrical performances. This will be her 4th production NADIRAH T. HARPER at Hattilo,o and she is thrilled to have a hand in telling this story.

Some of her other designs include: New York State of Mind, Off the Lighting Designer Charts, Blues in the Night, Urinetown, and more. You can see more of her work at nadirahtharper.com.

CYDNIE TRICE has been working in theatre productions for over thirty years. Since she first began her career, she has taken on various roles from director, designer, and actor to prop master, videographer, and stage manager. During her Undergrad at MIT, Cydnie was a part of Uncle Vanya, La Casa de Bernalda Alba, and the Gilbert & Sullivan Player’s musical Trial By Jury. Since returning CYDNIE TRICE Sound/Video Designer to the Mid-South, Cyd has worked on hundreds of shows and films with Theatre Memphis, The Harrell Theatre, Hattiloo Theatre, Cazateatro, Germantown Community Theatre, New Moon Theatre, Stage 88 Productions, Playhouse on the Square, and Opera Memphis. She’s excited to be a part of Hattiloo’s premiere of The Boy Who Kissed the Sky.

MEET THE HATTILOO STAFF EKUNDAYO BANDELE (Hattiloo Founder & CEO) is a playwright and theater director whose work has significantly impacted the American theater landscape. He has directed three plays by August Wilson and served as an assistant to Tony Award-winning director/actor Ruben Santiago Hudson. His plays, including "Judas Hands" (Karamu Playhouse), "If Scrooge Was a Brother" (ETA Creative Arts Foundation), "Take the Soul Train to Christmas" (Jubilee Theatre), and "I, Too Am America" (Ensemble Theatre), have been produced nationally. In 2006, he founded Hattiloo Theatre in Memphis, TN, where he serves as CEO. Between 2012 and 2016, Bandele successfully led a $10 million capital campaign to build and expand Hattiloo, resulting in a state-of-the-art facility that opened with no debt and a substantial endowment. His impact extends beyond Memphis, with international initiatives such as a theater management course at Omdurman Islamic University in Sudan and acclaimed productions in Milan, Italy, including his own "Mahalia: Queen of Gospel." He has studied Indigenous storytelling in Rwanda and Irish theater at the University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland. He is a Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude graduate of Morehouse College, where he founded the Morehouse College Theatre Ensemble, and a DeVos Arts Management Fellow at the University of Maryland. In 2022, he established the accredited Hattiloo Black Theatre Studies program at LeMoyne-Owen College. He has served on numerous boards and committees, including a founding board member of the African American Performing Arts Museum, chairman of the Memphis Office of Youth Services, and a current advisory committee member at the University of Tennessee’s Ozmo Institute for Neuroaesthetics.

HATSHEPSUT BANDELE (Customer Service Coordinator), is passionate about celebrating and promoting Black art and culture. Working at Hattiloo brings her joy as she wholeheartedly believes in the power of the arts. In her role, she is committed to ensuring that each visitor feels genuinely welcomed and well-informed about the upcoming plays and events at Hattiloo. Handling ticket sales and subscriptions, she strives to deliver customer service that reflects my appreciation and pride in everything Hattiloo represents.

PATRICIA SMITH (Theatre Production Manager) has an extensive resume which includes her most recent performance as Judge Dunbar on NBC's Bluff City Law. She performed in Ain't Misbehavin and Asst. Directed Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, both in Milan, Italy. She directed Hattiloo's Black Nativity with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. She has many credits performing, directing, and costuming shows here at Hattiloo Theatre, however, most recently she directed and costumed "Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill" and "Marie and Rosetta". She was last seen performing in "Raisin" the musical as Lena Younger.

ROSANNA SMITH (Office Manager) a Tennessee native from southwest Memphis, is the eldest of nine children born to Rev. J. W. Smith, Sr., and Lillie B. Smith. She graduated from Mitchell High School in 1967 and attended the University of Tennessee at Martin.

Her career began in 1970 as a Reservationist at American Express, followed by a role as an Office Manager at Murphy Oil Company.

Rosanna earned an Associate Degree in Accounting and Data Processing from Memphis School of Commerce in 1973 and worked as an assistant bookkeeper at Goodwill Industries before joining Kroger in 1974. She served as an accounting clerk and office manager at Kroger until her retirement in 2002. After retirement, she worked at Katz Worldwide Logistics and the Shelby County Health Department until late 2013.

In her religious community, Rosanna was an Administrative Assistant and Church Clerk at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church for 33 years and held various educational roles at Kimbrough Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Lamar, Mississippi. She has received numerous awards and certificates for her contributions to Christian education and community service.

JARROD WALKER (Theatre Manager) an imaginative trailblazer, is fueled by an inherent passion for creativity. Jarrod has immersed himself in event coordination, theater direction, and product launches for over two decades. Whether orchestrating weddings, plays, or other significant life events, his ability to infuse creativity into every project is the driving force behind his success.

As an accomplished event professional, administrative assistant, and theater director, he is dedicated to crafting unparalleled experiences for his clients and audiences. From providing essential administrative support to executing productions, he has played a pivotal role in turning clients’ dreams into tangible realities. For Jarrod Walker, the possibilities are boundless when creativity takes center stage, and his journey continues to be a testament to the transformative power of artistic innovation.

NAJWA WATSON (Engagement Coordinator) a Memphis native of Jamaican descent, brings over 14 years of administrative expertise to her role at Hattiloo Theatre. Her commitment spans nearly 15 years, reflecting a profound dedication to community and service. Najwa excels in organizing, project support, delivering exceptional customer service, and coordinating special events. Hattiloo is not just her workplace but her second home, where she contributes proudly as a professional, performer, and creative force.

With gratitude and honor, she will consistently embody Hattiloo's values through her endeavors.

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