On February 6, 2006, five women meet outside Atlanta's Ebenezer Baptist Church, waiting to pay their respects to the late Mrs. Coretta Scott King. Watch as these women talk, argue, and commiserate about their love and admiration for this remarkable woman in this play by Pearl Cleage.

Live Arts directors and performers Leslie Baskfield, Clinton Johnston, Ray Smith, and Jared Ivory bring a series of exciting performances to Live Arts under the banner of Melanin, a new theater ensemble dedicated to exploring the works of African American artists and interpreting classic works through an African American perspective. Melanin aims to find modern, multicultural approaches to works originally conceived in times of racial stratification, and to develop work with deep ties to its community while providing new creative opportunities for Charlottesville’s African American theater artists.

Zora - Hannah Vidaver
Helen - Cathy Ames
Keisha - Tiffany Ames
Gwen - Sharon Millner
Mona Lisa - Edwina Herring

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There are always opportunities to help build sets, work on costumes, locate and fabricate props, and all the other sundry things that go into making each show spectacular. Drop by Tuesdays from 6pm – 10pm or Saturday from 10am – 2pm and we’ll put you to work! Can’t make it those days? Contact Scott at 434-977-4177x107 or email scottdunn@livearts.org for specific volunteer opportunities.