Hattie...What I need you to know!
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SHOW INFORMATION
CURRENTLY CLOSED
Opened Aug 20, 2008
Closed Oct 4, 2008
Opened Aug 20, 2008
Closed Oct 4, 2008
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WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
Written by acclaimed actress of stage and screen, Vickilyn Reynolds, who has starred in Bring In da Noise, Bring In da Funk, The Colored Museum and Mama I Want to Sing, Hattie What I Need You To Know! captures the essence of Hattie McDaniel's humble beginnings in Denver and her rise to stardom in Hollywood with heart and soul. Performances begin with an Opening Night Gala on August 20 at the historic National Black Theatre.
THEATER/VENUE INFORMATION:
National Black Theatre
2031 5th Ave
New York, NY 10035
Founded in 1968 by cultural visionary Dr. Barbara Ann Teer, this 12 million dollar theater complex houses two performing spaces; one 250 seats, the other 99 seats. It has been functioning as a cultural and education institution and since 1983, has ow [...] Read More
2031 5th Ave
New York, NY 10035
Founded in 1968 by cultural visionary Dr. Barbara Ann Teer, this 12 million dollar theater complex houses two performing spaces; one 250 seats, the other 99 seats. It has been functioning as a cultural and education institution and since 1983, has ow [...] Read More
WHAT ARE CRITICS SAYING?
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Hattie...What I need you to know!
I had the pleasure of viewing it in Denver Colorado, while it was there. Great entertainment. A must see! Great music, Great Song.
Reviewed by vze1sana
on Thursday, Jul 31st, 2008
Hattie what i need you to know
One of the best show for 2007. Denver post James moore
Reviewed by Alvic_1
on Monday, Jul 28th, 2008
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Vickilyn Reynolds is a vocal powerhouse. In her bio-musical about Hattie McDaniel, Hattie...What I Need You To Know!, currently at the National Black Theatre, Reynolds suffuses each and every one of the dozen songs she sings with passion. Unfortunately, her playwriting is less adept, and includes some clunkily delivered exposition and insufficient depth of characterization.
The piece begins with a video montage of individuals such as Charles Dutton reflecting on McDaniel's place in history, as well as footage of the Oscars ceremony in which she became the first African-American performer to receive the Academy Award, for her portrayal of Mammy in Gone With the Wind. Soon, Reynolds enters a[...]