Hurrey-UP Stage and FilmWorks
presents...
Nappy Journeys
Hurrey-UP’s solo performance production, Nappy
Journeys, written, directed, and performed by Ayinde Hurrey, focuses on the
artistic expression and amazing phenomenon of African-American hair.
First performed in 1997, Nappy
Journeys is a wild ride with four of Hurrey’s very animated characters. Chosen as one of the 29 main stage productions at the 2009 National Black Theatre Festival, Hurrey-UP
represented Pensacola, Florida at their 20th anniversary of this week-long celebration of
culture! With his audience participatory style of performance,
Hurrey’s unique journey will entertain, educate, and inspire its audiences.
at the 20th anniversary of the National Black Theatre Festival in August 2009...
Life is Full of Split-Ends and New-Growth.
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Hurrey has performed his hilarious and honest piece for appreciative and packed audiences at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, various colleges and universities, the national black theatre festival and is now on his way to durham, North Carolina at the hayti heritage center!
"He's a pure riot, taking us through his lifelong relationship with hair, specifically of the nappy type." ~ Journeys of Jack Tripper blog
"One of my students went to see your show three times! She raved about the energy and intelligence that your show has...I have seen the show twice and have enjoyed it both times very much." ~ Kathryn Spicer, Instructor / Wayne Community College
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"There are a lot of issues in our culture that are taboo to talk about. I admire anyone who addresses them."
~ Shawn Smiley, Tampa Florida
"I truly enjoyed Nappy Journeys... and all your great efforts to find humor amidst the plagues that affect the Afrikan community directly and humanity as a whole..."
~ Venus Jones, Tampa Florida
"I left the scene exhilarated but yet dwarfed... As an actor, allow me the arrogance to claim you near genius... I declare you inspiring. Thank you!"
~ Tom Dolittle, Gainesville, Florida
"Ayinde brought a tight, dynamic show to Tampa and rocked the house three nights in a row to fully appreciative audiences...I personally laughed to the point of tears and I see a lot of shows being in the position that I am."
~ David M. Jenkins, Artistic Director/The Jobsite Theatre / Tampa, FL
"Hurrey is an engaging performer blessed with the ability to morph easily into a myriad of characters...He is a natural comedian..."
~ Winston-Salem News Journal
For booking information, please CONTACT us to request a press kit about the show. Our kit includes articles, and a promo DVD that will help give you a better vision of our "nappy journey". Don't hesitate...CONTACT US NOW!
Life is Full of Split-Ends and New-Growth.
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