Details

Up From the Waste is the compelling story of one young woman s survival - and the power of dance to transform a life. Former New York City Ballet dancer - who also featured in the movie Fame - Antonia Franceschi is one of the hottest properties in dance, and she s joined forces with the National Theatre Studio & AOR to present a white hot show that combines X-rated ballet, rap and original music. Playwright Martin Sherman has lent a critical eye as Dramaturg . Up from the Waste tells the story of an extraordinary life - a life that begins on the streets of Manhattan running with teen gangs, goes to Hollywood with Travolta via the real life 'Fame' school, and culminates with acceptance into one of the World s most dynamic ballet companies.

Cast/Performers

Antonia Franceschi, Clare Holman, David Justin, Alexandre Proia, Will Smith

Creatives/Company

Author: Antonia Franceschi
Producer(s): National Theatre Studio, Art of Regeneration
Other: Martin Sherman (dramaturg)
Director: Cecil O'Neal
Music: Gary Yershon
Lighting: Mark Jonathan