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STERLINE RICHIE-LACY
Nationality: African American
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STERLINE RICHIE-LACY has appeared before audiences from Mexico to Hawaii. . .South Africa to the Netherlands. . . . . .Chicago to Atlanta! Native Chicagoan and former talk show host (Urban Perspectives-Flint, MI), multi-talented, award winning artist is past Cultural Arts Instructor/ Choosing to Succeed Program, University of Michigan, Flint campus. Recipient of the 1997 National Arthritis Foundation's HERO AWARD for her outstanding work in the Creative Arts. Awards include; twice recipient of the Mayor's Proclamation from the City of Flint, MI as Playwright and Artistic Director for community programs. 1995 International Institute and National Readers Association Literacy Award for poetry and writing. FAFF and ADDY AWARDS for Art and Design. African American Heritage Committee Award. Presenter and delegate at the Eighth National Black Women Writers Conference in South Africa; Writer and Artistic Director for the National Color Line Project/ Flint, for the production of the Civil Rights Docu-Drama "Stand UP!" in association with the Flint Cultural Center and the Whiting. Member of Partners Community Arts Network and the Margaret Olivia Group.
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Lace Curtains SAFA Woman Save Yourself Sister - the Survival of an X-Married Woman Sister Circle Sister Wings Sister's Song, A When Wild Geese FlyLace Curtains
Synopsis:
"Lace Curtains" is a wonderfully compelling play of two distinct stories, both having to do with none other than. . .Lace Curtains! ACT I finds a family about to attend a wedding, but the bride is. . ..well. . ..that "must" remain a surprise! Though steeped in tradition of family and it's most familiar and quirky dynamics, this tale will have you laughing one minute and quietly moved the next. ACT II is the second story and it is about 5 women whose paths never cross except one night in a train station. Each have left their everyday lives behind and wander into painful memories and new revelations. Though both stories portray the female triumph over life with it's many twists and turns they are both seductive, funny and even heart breaking. Set at any time and any place, it opens with a narrative that's direct but touching.
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1st Produced:
Buckham Gallery, Mc Cree Theatre 1993
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Sisters Theatre Company
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2 plays in 2 acts Play/Drama
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Male: - Female: 10 Other: -
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Synopsis:
A one-woman show. A creative journey into life. . .from the shores of Africa into the modern day sounds of jazz, blues and the art of living.
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Actor And playwright Sterline Richie-Lacy solo performance. Also performaed At Delta Community College And Park Forest Illinois Forest Hall.
1st Produced:
The Crob Theatre, Flint, Mi 1998
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Sisters Theatre Company
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Top of PageSave Yourself Sister - the Survival of an X-Married Woman
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Inspired by the author's own personal journal "Save Yourself Sister. . .the Survival of an X-Married Woman" was written in 1981after her own divorce. the author is adamant that the story is not a mirror reflection of her own life . . .but instead . . .. fragments of a million women who have suffered loss in some way, shape or form. It is NOT a male basher in that many men relate to it as well and boast at seeing it performed 3 and 4 times. . .even traveling out of state to see it again and again. Whether experiences of divorce, failed relationships, loss of loved ones, dealing with physical challege (loss of health) "Save Yourself Sister" sends each audience on a joyous ride of revelation, self reflection, tears, laughter and a journey like no other.
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Performed for 7 years since 1991. Michigan, Chicago, with excerpts performed in the Netherlands And South Africa. McCree theatre, the Temple theatre, the Kelloggs Auditorium, Buckham Alley theatre And others.
1st Produced:
The Crob Theatre, Flint, Mi 1991
Organisations:
Sisters theartre Company
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Genre:
vignette of music, poetry, monologues and dance
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Male: - Female: 10 to 14 Other: -
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Synopsis:
5 sisters. . .come together once a year in their home town. they book a hotel for a week to shop, eat out, and talk. While recalling childhood memories they laugh and share a years worth of "what's been happening" between them. On the last day of their gathering. . .they make a short trek to the edge of town. It's a shabby mostly neglected but still livable house they once called home. Now abandoned. . . except for a caretakers visit once a month to see that the grass is trimmed and that no cob webs take it over. . ..it stands quiet and still till the women solumnly approach and enter. 5 chairs sit in a circle surrounding a weathered, round area rug. A faded intricately embroidered rose is in it's center. they all take a seat. No words, no laughter. . .only a stillness that links them in a silent chain of anticipation. After what seems like a long time. . .the eldest of Mrs. Channings daughters speaks. Her tone is soft and low. their eyes brim over with nervousness as they look each to the other. the secrets are about to be told. . ..their lives are about to change. . .again. . .as always. It has been that way for years, decades. . ..generations. . .and nothing could be done to stop it. . . . .nothing. . .NOTHING. . .until maybe. . .. . .. . .. . .now!
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play with music, 2 acts
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Top of PageSister Wings
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This play can be described as the joy, and inner peace and conflict found in the bonds of sisterhood. Richie-Lacy explores this connection of more than blood lines that unite Herra and DElla Fulton . the blueprints of their sisterhood live as more than sibling energy, instead. . .a warm and sheltered place where outside forces dare to tread. Yet when those on the other side of this twin relationship stumble into a place where others are not welcomed. . .tragic and unexpected happenings begin to unfold, leaving only ONE sister to reveal the frightening. . .truth. . .but at what price!
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Drama and suspense
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Top of PageSister's Song, A
Synopsis:
Poetry for and about women. Richie-Lacy once again takes us on a journey of poetry, soliloquy and music from a fresh perspective of love, family and simplicity of life. Each gives every poetic morsel a beautifully rich and sentimental arch. As you go on this poetic and musical excursion notice how you are inspired, soothed and comforted by each lyrical note.
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Harold Washington Theatre -
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Sisters Theatre Company
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Male: - Female: - Other: All female cast
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Top of PageWhen Wild Geese Fly
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A provocative presentation of music, poetic readings, and song. Based on the true life story and memoirs of George W. Richardson an early black settler. . .. an African American of many talents. From the days of slavery on the plantations of Virginia to his families trek to the north we are given a glimpse into their everyday lives. In cooperation with the Du Sable African American museum and the Richardson/Parker family, "When Wild Geese Fly" is about the Richardson family legacy spanning from 1803 to 1939 with life lessons of home, family values and survival into the 20th century. Soon to be a book on tape with music and song it is hoped that the determined spirit and devotion to family, a positive work ethic and more will be an inspiration to all people regardless of color or ancestry.
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1st Produced:
Carter D. Woodson Library, Chicago, Il 1997
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Sisters Theatre Company
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Genre:
Drama with music
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Male: 5 Female: 5 Other: -
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