In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat

RUNNING TIME
TBA

DOORS OPEN
1 hour prior to performance

LOCATION
Penumbra Theatre
270 N. Kent St
St. Paul, MN 55102

PREVIEW
October 16, 2024

OPENING NIGHT
October 17, 2024

POST-PLAY DISCUSSION
October 24, 2024

Map & Directions

ABOUT THE EVENT

Roger Guenveur Smith’s
In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat
A personal tribute to a revolutionary artist.
October 17 through 27, 2024

Obie Award-winning actor, playwright, and director Roger Guenveur Smith returns to Penumbra with an intimate one-man show honoring his friend and collaborator Jean-Michel Basquiat. Weaving personal stories and historical anecdotes with his improvisational performance style, Guenveur Smith explores the legacy of one of the most defining artists of the 20 th century and his enduring impact.

Post-Play Discussion
October 24, 2024
Stay after the play for a moderated conversation to learn more about the work and hear unexpected stories behind its creation.

Subscriptions and single tickets now available. Questions? Contact us at boxoffice@penumbratheatre.org or 651.224.3180.

Access Performances
We offer $5 access tickets to each performance, so that price is never a barrier to participation. Available on a first come, first served basis using promo code Access – no additional discounts apply. For questions and additional information, please contact Whitney Blount Smith, Sr. Guest and Client Services Manager, at whitney.blountsm@penumbratheatre.org.

Photo Credits: Tamra Davis (photo with Basquiat) and ADONA (montage).

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