Oberlin Summer Theater Festival: Crumbs from the Table of Joy by Lynn Nottage
When: Fri., July 17, 7 p.m., Sat., July 18, 2 p.m., Tue., July 21, 7 p.m., Thu., July 23, 7 p.m., Sat., July 25, 2 p.m., Wed., July 29, 7 p.m., Sat., Aug. 1, 7 p.m., Sun., Aug. 2, 2 p.m., Wed., Aug. 5, 2 p.m. and Fri., Aug. 7, 7 p.m. 2015
Set in 1950, this uplifting story by Pulitzer Prize-winner, Lynn Nottage, is told through the eyes of 17-year-old Ernestine. With wry humor and magical moments she questions the conflicting ideas and tolerance needed to live in a changing world, when she and other members of her African American family move from Florida to Brooklyn, where they encounter radical Aunt Lily and an unexpected new family member. Appropriate for ages 6 and up. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. Call or email. Ticket holders receive discounts at many local restaurants.