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Renaissance in the Belly of a Killer Whale

Killer Whale returns to Harlem for 2 special shows
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645 Saint Nicholas Avenue
New York, New York 10030

Renaissance in the Belly of a Killer Whale uniquely tells the story of three young women’s love affair with Harlem from youth to young adulthood through a montage of spoken word poetry, theatre, dance, and song. It explores the conflicts in coming to terms with a gentrified Harlem. The characters grapple with the positive aspects of gentrification, such as increased security, new businesses, and more resources, but also the negative aspects, such as displacement of residents, higher prices, and a cultural loss. 

Through stories deeply moving and uproariously funny, the performers bring to life their home neighborhood, the world famous village of Harlem, and highlight one vital idea that rings true for them all: They wish to establish a new Harlem Renaissance that will embrace the inevitable change to their neighborhood while revitalizing the rich culture of its past. 

Now in its third year, this growing theatrical production has recently been revised to include new poems, scenes, and characters, and has kept its 3 original cast members: Jaylene Clark Owens, Hollis Heath, and Janelle Hinnant.

From Harlem KW Project, LLC: We are excited to bring Killer Whale full circle by presenting 2 special performances at the Harlem School of the Arts (HSA). This show wouldn't exist if it were not for HSA. To learn more about the show's history and it's connection to HSA, click here

About Harlem School of the Arts

For nearly 50 years, HSA has enriched the lives of tens of thousands of young people ages 2-18 through world-class training in the arts. HSA offers its students the freedom to find and develop the artist, student, and citizen within themselves in an environment that teaches discipline, stimulates creativity, builds self-confidence and adds a dimension of beauty to their lives, empowering them to become the creative thinkers and innovative leaders of tomorrow. To learn more about the Harlem School of the Arts and its 2014-2015 programming, please visit www.HSAnyc.org.

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Please note: Tickets must be purchased with CASH at the door so purchase tickets online if you wish to pay by credit or debit card.

 

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645 Saint Nicholas Avenue
New York, New York 10030