The Union for Contemporary Art's Performing Arts Collective presents: Tell Martha Not to Moan, a new play written by Clinnesha D. Sibley and directed by Kathy Tyree. The play takes place in a family home in Detroit in 2007. As the presidential election campaign plays out on the national stage and the 40th commemoration of the Detroit Riot is marked, a series of memories takes us on a unique and personal journey with a devoted and desolate elderly couple. With compelling dialogue and complex relationships, Tell Martha Not to Moan is a glimpse into the changing world as viewed from one African American home. A reading of this play was presented on the mainstage at the 6th annual Great Plains Theatre Conference.

CAST

Camille Metoyer Moten – Martha

D. Kevin Williams – Leroy

David Terrell Green – Daniel / Detective Wesson

Denise Chapman – Cassie

Robert J. Nutt – Tommy / Looter

PRODUCTION CREW

Doriette Jordan – Assistant Director

TammyRa’ – Stage Manager

Homero Vela – Lighting/Scenic Designer

Gina Leonardo – Asst. Scenic Designer/ Charge Scenic Artist

Brendan Greene-Walsh – Sound Designer

Demetria Geralds – Costume Designer

R.D. Gerbeling – Master Carpenter

Photos by Lend Frison III