(In addition to being an accomplished actress and Oscar winner, Nyongo also has gorgeous handwriting.)
I first played my character as an understudy in drama school!
Nyongo wrote on Twitter.
Credit: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic
Written by playwright (andWalking Deadactress) Danai Gurira,Eclipsedfollows four captive women during the Liberian civil war.
Because youre stepping into the unknown.
So to have this opportunity and to do this with women I deeply respect has been invaluable.
Oooh, do I feel challenged every day…
But its a joyful toll.
Eclipsedopens Sunday at the Golden Theatre.
Read Nyongos full note below.
Things to know before you see Eclipsed:
1.
This is my Broadway debut!
I cant believe it!
We are the first play on Broadway to be written, directed and performed by ALL WOMEN.
Leymah Gbowee, one of the founders of the initiative won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2011!
I first played my character as an understudy in drama school!
The Liberian constitution and flag were modeled after the United States.
The flag contains one star.
This is why Liberia is called Africas Lone Star state.
Liberia is Africas oldest republic.
The capital city is Monrovia, named after American President James Monroe.
Before the curtain goes up, it’s possible for you to typically find me knitting backstage.
It helps calm the nerves!
The play opens today, March 6th!
Visit ECLIPSEDBROADWAY.COM to get tickets.
