What the press is saying about
My Children! My
Africa!
"The performances could not be stronger,
clearer, or more moving. The delicate shifts in lighting and the elegant
simplicity of the set make this a visually memorable production as well...the
Wilma is providing us quite a demonstration of theatrical range."
The Philadelphia Inquirer, 12/15/06
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"Three profoundly moving performances of extraordinary
modesty and restraint make this revival a surprisingly significant one...notably
so under Blanka Zizka's splendid direction..."
Variety, 12/15/06
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“…one of
the most impressive dramatic panoramas in recent memory.”
-KYW, 12/19/06
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“In a breathtaking performance, Glynn Turman exudes a controlled
energy…the young actors are also superb…Yaegel Welch gives a raw, passionate
performance…Meghan Heimbecker is close to perfect…all directed by the fearless
Blank Zizka…the true-to-life subject matter, powerful performances and
captivating characters all add up to an engrossing evening of theater.
-The
Philadelphia Tribune, 12.20.06
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“…affected me in a deep and visceral way…I burst into tears…I'd nominate My
Children! My Africa! for just about every award I could. It's really just
that good…completely captivating…”
Phillyist, 12.20.06
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“…precise and moving…”
-Metro, 12.20.06
“…beautifully performed…powerful and compelling…”
-Philadelphia Weekly, 12.20.06
Actor Glynn Turman featured in The Philadelphia Tribune
Actress Meghan Heimbecker featured on aroundphilly.com