Kiln Theatre presents
BLACK EQUITY ORGANISATION – A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE OF RETROGRADE
by Ryan Calais-Cameron
ABOUT THE EVENT
To celebrate the milestone that is Black Equity Organisation‘s first anniversary, on Saturday 29 April, there will be a special performance of Retrograde by Ryan Calais Cameron, which will include a post-show Q & A with David Harewood.
6.00 pm – Drinks, nibbles & networking
6.30 pm – Opening / spoken word / short Speeches by Trustee and sponsor
7.00 pm – drinks, nibbles, networking
7.15 pm – comfort break and seating
7:30 pm – Performance starts
9.00 pm – Comfort break
9.15 pm – Q & A
10.00 pm – Networking
11.00pm – End
ABOUT THE SHOW
‘Mr Parks, this isn’t just a movie, it’s a whole movement. Whether you like it or not is irrelevant.’
The Golden Age of Hollywood. Behind closed doors, aspiring actor Sidney Poitier is offered a lucrative contract that could make him a superstar. But what is he willing to sacrifice?
From the writer of award-winning, sold-out, For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy, Ryan Calais Cameron’s explosive new play explores identity, resilience, and integrity as it examines a true event in 1950’s Hollywood and the reality of a Black actor’s journey to stardom.
Directed by Kiln Associate Director Amit Sharma (The Boy with Two Hearts), this world premiere explores a moment in a career which paved ways and changed perceptions, cementing the legacy of a Hollywood icon. Retrograde asks the question; how much have we really evolved?
Important Information
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Age Guidance: 14+
Post show Q&A: Tues 2 May, 7.30pm
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Audio Description
This performance will be audio described. Please note: you will need to pre-book a headset. We cannot guarantee use of headsets if you arrive without pre-booking. If this option isn’t available when booking online, or you wish to add this on after purchase, please contact Box Office on tickets@kilntheatre.com or call 020 7328 1000.
Access Requirements / Additional needs
To ensure you have the best experience possible, Access seats / seats for those with additional needs are only bookable over the phone or via email.
To discuss either of these, please call the Box Office on 020 7328 1000 or email BoxOfficeManager@kilntheatre.com.
Duration
Approximately 100 minutes with no interval
Cast
Ian Bonar
Bobby
Ivanno Jeremiah
Sidney
Daniel Lapaine
Mr. Parks
Creative Team
Ryan Calais Cameron
Writer
Amit Sharma
Director
Frankie Bradshaw
Designer
Amy Mae
Lighting Designer
Beth Duke
Sound Designer
Juliet Horsley CDG
Casting Director
Isobel Pellow
Costume Supervisor
Jessica Mensah
Kiln-Mackintosh Resident Assistant Director