Soul of Langston is a one-man stage play about the triumphs, challenges, and impact of the beloved American poet, playwright, and civil-rights activist Langston Hughes. From “busboy and poet” to becoming Harlem’s Wonder, helping establish the Civil Rights movement through the Harlem Renaissance, SoL takes the bitter-sweet wit and wisdom of Langston’s poetry, underscored with jazz and blues, and translates it into an inspiring story of resilience and persistence.
Each assembly will allow students to experience a live, professional, theatrical performance of SOUL OF LANGSTON, followed by a Q&A with the actor and a post-performance classroom discussion activity.
Artist Background
Daron P. Stewart is an actor/writer/producer who has performed across the United States and abroad. Soul of Langston, written and performed by Stewart, is a one-man theatrical touring production that has been staged at middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities, libraries, museums and community centers across the country.
Search Criteria
- Program Type: Performance
- Discipline: Storytelling, Theatre
- Grade Level: High, Middle
- Cultural Context: African-American
- Accepts bookings in Johnston County
