Church Kids
by Kirsten Baity
directed by Mikael Burke
About
In the mystical Throne Room, an ancient ceremony unfolds as the Mystics—guardians of rock’s legacy—prepare to induct a new Daughter into their fold. However, the initiate hesitates, feeling disconnected from rock’s Black female lineage. As the Mystics encourage her, doubts arise about rock’s Black origins and relevance. To guide her, the Mystics invoke history, reliving the stories of trailblazing Black women in rock. Through chants and ritual, they aim to reveal the truth: Rock ‘n’ Roll is a Black woman’s creation, a revolutionary force defying erasure. The journey begins, blending music, magic, and history into an electrifying experience.
About Amplify
Our new play commissioning program, Amplify, was developed to empower and uplift underrepresented theatre creatives. Winners of Amplify receive a two-year development process with Definition to further develop their work. Learn more about its history →
