by Koffi Kwahulé

Translated by Chantal Bilodeau

Directed by David Mendizábal

BINTOU

HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

645 Saint Nicholas Avenue

New York, NY 10030

[AC/BD train to 145 & St. Nicholas]

Artwork by: Elizabeth Rossi

Photographed by: Tristan Fuge

Poster Designed by: Jonathan McCrory

This production is being presented with the support of these following organization

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THE REVIEWS ARE IN.. NY LOVES BINTOU

“Bintou, presented by The Movement Theatre Company, is one of the most assured productions I've seen from a young theatre company in quite some time. With a perfect cast, a sumptuous translation, and laser-sharp direction, this is a wonderful opportunity to see international theatre that is both challenging and completely accessible.”             

                                                ~Ben Trawick-Smith

 
“It demands that you sit at attention, lean forward, and either wish for the protagonist's salvation, as her hapless family does, or watch as she arbitrarily dispenses it to the wayward. The dialogue, in Chantal Bilodeau's translation, is alternately lyrical, proverbial, and convoluted but always exciting and thought-inducing.”             

                                                ~Cindy Pierre

 
“As Li’l John, a gang member, Von Ali Wright delivers a powerhouse performance. He’s a loose cannon, ready to destroy himself or anyone else. Zainab Jah and Hazelle Goodman, in supporting parts, are superb, while Adenike Thomas, in the title role, is captivating. In a play defined by its main character, Ms. Thomas (a college student who convincingly embodies the girl) is well cast. Both she and Mr. Wright are energizing examples of the talent that Off Off Broadway, at its best, can nurture.”             

                                                 ~Ken Jaworowski