Signature Theatre releases DETROIT '67 now streaming on Marquee TV until 16 September

Signature Theatre’s final production in its Signature Features 2021 season, Detroit ‘67, is now available to stream on Marquee TV until 16 September.

Written by MacArthur Genius Grant Fellow Dominique Morisseau and directed by Candis C. Jones, Detroit ‘67 depicts abrupt changes to the lives of the Poindexter siblings during the 1967 Detroit uprising. 

In 1967 Detroit, Motown has hit its groove and the Poindexter siblings, Chelle and Lank, make ends meet by hosting parties in their basement. However, Lank and his friend Sly have dreams beyond the cellar shindigs—despite Chelle’s resistance. When Lank then brings home a mysterious white woman, the family’s simmering disagreements explode—as their streets erupt in riots—and life becomes a lot more dangerous.

All making their Signature Theatre mainstage debuts, Detroit ’67 stars Stori Ayers, JaBen Early, Valeka Jessica, Emily Kester, and Greg Alverez Reid.

Candis C. Jones said: “The Poindexters embody what Black people have been modeling for centuries. Community anchors us and keeps us alive.”

Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner added:“Dominique Morisseau is one of the most exciting voices writing for the theater today. We are thrilled to conclude our unique Signature Features season by presenting her riveting play, beautifully directed by the brilliant Candis C. Jones in this filmed production.”

The full creative team of Detroit ’67 includes set designer Milagros Ponce de León, costume designer Moyenda Kulemeka, lighting designer John D. Alexander, and sound designer Kendric Maxey.

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