Details

Set in the deep south of USA in 1918 when interracial marriage was illegal, Julia, a black seamstress, and Herman, a white baker, are defying all odds with their secret love. They face vicious judgement not just by society but also their closest friends and family. As they finally begin to believe their dreams for a future together are possible, Herman becomes a victim of the Spanish flu. Determined to save him, Julia is faced with decisions that will change her life.

Cast/Performers

Deborah Ayorinde (Julia), David Walmsley (Herman), Geraldine Alexander, Lachele Carl, Poppy Gilbert, Diveen Henry, Patrick Martins, Bethan Mary-James, Owen Whitelaw, Lylianna Eugene (child cast member- some dates), Poppy Graham (child cast member- some dates), Saskia Holness (child cast member- some dates), Wren Stembridge (child cast member- some dates)

Creatives/Company

Author: Alice Childress
Director(s): Monique Touko, Sophie Parrott (CDG - casting)
Design(s): Paul Wills, Cynthia De La Rosa (wigs / hair / make-up), Keisha Paris-Banya (wigs / hair / make-up associate designer)
Costume: Paul Wills
Lighting: Matt Haskins
Sound: Elena Pena
Music: Shiloh Coke
Choreographer: Aline David
Other: Joel Trill (dialect and voice coach)