ORIGINALS
Dinner with Booker T.
Drawn from Water
Frat House
Experience "DINNER WITH BOOKER T."! On October 16, 1901, Booker T. Washington made history as the first Negro to dine at the White House. Through song and dance, witness Mr. Washington's reflections on the racial tensions surrounding this event. Originally staged as "THE DINNER" at the Midtown International Theatre Festival 2015, the solo show sheds light on America's past struggles with racial equality. Critics hailed it as a "fiercely accurate drama." In today's era of Black Lives Matter, it serves as a poignant reminder to learn from history and strive for a better future.
DRAWN FROM THE WATER, a vibrant and eclectic Gospel musical based on the story of
Moses as told in the Book of Exodus. It challenges us as a people to explore our differences in culture, social class, slavery in today’s workforce, and to better understand God’s love for ALL in the midst of turmoil and faith. There’s nothing new under the sun. Its story is old but as potent in meaning for today’s world.
FRAT HOUSE, a modern-day ‘Prodigal Son’ comedic musical, follows Thomas, a Pastor's son who defies his father's wishes by joining a fraternity in college. This award-winning production blends Gospel music, Dance, Rap, and humor with a powerful message! Recipient of 2 Festival Favorite Awards at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival, including Festival Favorite Playwright, FRAT HOUSE is a lively mix of high-energy music, dancing, and a nostalgic 70’s fraternity house party. Prepare to laugh, cry, and groove along to the soulful beats of FRAT HOUSE!
Original Works History
2023
Queens Harlem Renaissance- Darryl Reuben Hall
- A Mothers Day Production
2022
A Virtuous Woman
Dinner with Booker T. by Darryl Reuben Hall
- Presented at Mad Cow Theatre in Orlando, FL
2017
A Merry Motown Christmas - Amelia Musical Playhouse
Harlem of the South by Darryl Reuben Hall
Drawn from the Water by Darryl Reuben Hall
2016
A Merry Motown Christmas - Amelia Musical Playhouse
- Presented at Amelia Musical Playhouse in Fernandina Beach, FL.
2015
The Dinner by Darryl Reuben Hall
- AEA agreement. Presented in the Midtown International Theatre Festival in Manhattan.
Dee Quaranta's Shouts of Triumph: A Freedom Song
- An evening of narratives and African-American hymns and dance. Featured in the Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival.
2014
Darryl Reuben Hall’s Frat House
- Winner of (2) Festival Favorite Awards including ‘Best Playwright’ at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.
Great Men of Gospel by Elizabeth Van Dyke
- Society of Directors and Choreographers contract.
Reflections on Memories Lost
- In partnership with the Mayo Clinic, based on Alzheimer’s disease.
Roumel Reaux’s Sinner Man
- One-Act play inspired by Benny Andrews’ painting entitled "Sinner Man" presented in partnership with MOCA Jacksonville
Apostasy: 360 Degrees by Noble Lee Lester
- Based on the denials of a young male
Reality Check
- With a cast of Special Need actors; In a world of reality television, what’s real and what’s more important?!