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Maya Angelou's I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings!

May 20, 2022 - Jun 05, 2022

Running time: 0:55

PLAYING @

Theatre Row - Theater Four
410 West 42nd Street
New York City, NY 10036

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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
By Subway: 1, 2, 3, N, R, W, Q, 7, S, C, E, to 42nd St / Times Square.

By Bus: M42, M11, M16

Show Description:

NYCCT’s adaptation of Maya Angelou’s celebrated autobiography.
On a rainy day in Stamps, Arkansas, Maya Angelou has returned to the now-abandoned general store where she grew up and came of age. While inside, the room conjures memories, and she reminisces out loud the events and lessons learned on her tumultuous, painful, beautiful, and extraordinary journey into womanhood.

Adapted by award-winning playwright Idris Goodwin and directed by Khalia Davis, Maya Angelou’s I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings weaves unaltered prose directly from Angelou’s groundbreaking and controversial book and introduces a new generation to this American literary icon.

COVID Safety Information:
All guests ages 5 and older must present proof of FDA or WHO authorized full vaccination to enter the building. Proof of vaccine may include the original physical copy or a clear, unobstructed photo of the CDC vaccine card; Excelsior Pass, Excelsior Pass Plus; NYC Covid Safe App; or valid international proof of vaccination. All proof of vaccination must be accompanied by a valid photo ID. “Fully Vaccinated” means the performance date you are attending must be:
· at least 14 days after your second dose of an FDA or WHO authorized two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or
· at least 14 days after your single dose of an FDA or WHO authorized single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.
The requirement for ages 5-11 to be fully vaccinated follows New York City mandate that went into effect in January 2022.
Guests ages 2-4 must present proof of one of the following:
· a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance, or
· a rapid antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance. We do not accept self-testing or at-home kits for negative tests.
Once a child turns 5, they will have up to 45 days from their date of birth to be fully vaccinated. During those 45 days, they will follow requirements for the “Ages 2-4” category.
Guests may present proof of vaccination or a negative test on paper or mobile device. All guests 2 and older must wear a mask at all times.

Performance Schedule:

THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS @ 7 PM
SATURDAYS @ 2 & 7 PM
SUNDAYS @ 3 PM

*NYCCT is proud to present sensory friendly performances on Friday, June 3rd at 7pm and on Saturday, June 4th at 2pm. Sensory Friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming environment for all families with children on the autism spectrum and related conditions.

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Cast

Cherrye J. Davis

Director

Khalia Davis

Written By

Adapted for the stage by Idris Goodwin & Janna Segal

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ADDITIONAL INFO

Age Guidance: 16

ACCESSIBILITY INFO

Wheelchairs
Theatre Four is located on the lower level on the facility and is accessible by elevator. Row G is fully accessible; all other rows require stairs.

Elevator\Escalator
Elevator to all floors

Parking
Theatre Four uses ParkWhiz - https://www.parkwhiz.com/theatre-row-parking/

Curb Ramps
There are curb ramps on 9th Ave. or Dyer Ave.

Entrance
Street level

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible. On second floor lounge and on C level – (lower level)

Water Fountain
Located on all levels (all accessible)

Telephone
None on premises

Assisted Listening System
Available at the bar on the second floor. A photo ID is required to hold as a deposit.

Visual Assistance
None available

Folding Armrests
Fixed armrests

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