The Amen Corner


Synopsis:

The production opened at the Tricycle Theatre and later transferred to the West End. Set in Harlem in the 1950s, it explored the life of a female preacher and her conflict with her family, congregation and ultimately Christian religion. The play was first produced in New York in 1965, making an impact for its characterisations, and exploration of the social dynamics of religion.


Author: James Baldwin
Director: Anton Phillips