When: April 16 — May 4
Where: The Wynwood Yard, 56 NW 29th St, Miami, FL 33127
Price: $75; 18+
Tags: #immersivetheatre, #interactive, #intimate, #promenade, #history, #ContentAdvisory, #MobilityAdvisory (see below)
Wynwood Stories is an immersive theatre experience highlighting the personal stories of the people who lived, worked, and made significant contributions to Wynwood — and her ever-changing landscape. Resident playwright Juan C. Sanchez works alongside community partners History Miami and community players- activists, developers, artists, residents, shop owners, historians-to tell the authentic story of Miami’ neighborhoods—past, present, and future.
Directed by NYC based immersive theatre director Tai Thompson, Wynwood Stories will uncover several layers and changes of the neighborhood touching upon her many transitions. From 1917 when the neighborhood was first called Wyndwood Park, home to middle-class families who worked at many of the neighborhood’s commercial businesses including Coca-Cola and Merita Bread; to becoming the third largest garment district in the country, home to both retailers and manufacturers; to the mid-1950’s “Little San Juan” and the arrival of artist-run spaces such as The Bakehouse; to graffiti and street art culture and the impact of The Miami riots; to what Wynwood is today… a destination location and home to a diverse mix of bars, restaurants, clubs, retail, art galleries, artist work spaces, performance spaces, and walls of street art.
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Contact Level: None; the audience is invited to get as close as they like but are advised not to touch the actors. Wynwood Stories is meant for an intimate audience of 2, 3 or 5 audience members at a time.
Content Advisories: Mature themes.
Please wear comfy shoes. You will be on your feet during the experience. You’ll want to leave big purses and backpacks at home to make the most of your experience.
This experience is partially ADA-accessible due to some small rooms.
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