Antigone in Ferguson: Theater of War, Art, and Music

In the aftermath of the police killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, a group of artists and activists came together to create a powerful and moving theater production that explored the themes of justice, power, and the human spirit. Antigone in Ferguson, a modern adaptation of the ancient Greek tragedy, was performed in a vacant lot near the site of Brown's death, and it quickly became a symbol of the resistance to police brutality and systemic racism.

The book Antigone in Ferguson: Theater of War, Art, and Music tells the story of the creation and performance of this groundbreaking production. Through interviews with the artists, activists, and audience members, the book explores the ways in which theater, war, and music can be used to challenge injustice and heal communities.

Theater of War

The Theater of War project was founded in 2003 by Bryan Doerries, a theater director and playwright. The project brings together veterans and civilians to perform plays that explore the experiences of war and its aftermath. Antigone in Ferguson was the first Theater of War production to be performed in a community that had been directly affected by police violence.

The decision to stage Antigone in Ferguson was a deliberate one. The play tells the story of a young woman who defies the law to bury her brother, who has been killed by the state. The play's themes of justice, power, and the human spirit resonated deeply with the community of Ferguson, which had been struggling with these issues in the wake of Brown's death.

Art and Music

The production of Antigone in Ferguson was a collaborative effort that involved a wide range of artists and musicians. The cast included both professional actors and local residents, and the music was composed by a team of musicians from different backgrounds.

The art and music in Antigone in Ferguson played a vital role in creating a powerful and moving experience for the audience. The music helped to create a sense of atmosphere and urgency, and the art helped to visualize the play's themes and characters.

Justice, Power, and the Human Spirit

Antigone in Ferguson is a powerful and moving exploration of the themes of justice, power, and the human spirit. The play challenges us to think about the ways in which we can use art and music to challenge injustice and heal communities.

The book Antigone in Ferguson: Theater of War, Art, and Music is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the power of art and music to make a difference in the world. The book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of art to heal and inspire.

Quotes from the Book

"Antigone in Ferguson is a powerful and moving exploration of the themes of justice, power, and the human spirit. The play challenges us to think about the ways in which we can use art and music to challenge injustice and heal communities."

"The production of Antigone in Ferguson was a collaborative effort that involved a wide range of artists and musicians. The cast included both professional actors and local residents, and the music was composed by a team of musicians from different backgrounds."

"The art and music in Antigone in Ferguson played a vital role in creating a powerful and moving experience for the audience. The music helped to create a sense of atmosphere and urgency, and the art helped to visualize the play's themes and characters."

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Antigone in Ferguson: Theater of War, Art, and Music