There probably is no finer interpreter of the work of August Wilson than Penumbra Theatre founder Lou Bellamy, who has been framing, interrogating and honoring African-American literature onstage for more than 40 years. A master storyteller who creates richly evocative stage pictures, Bellamy approaches scripts with an artistic eye, deep psychological inquiry and musicality. Bellamy's recent production of Amiri Baraka's "Dutchman" was an eruptive irrigation of what lurks in the souls of two characters. It was a reminder of his keen eye, his depth of knowledge, and his ability to meet great works at their level. penumbratheatre.org.
The Latest
16 minutes ago
Dow drops 1,600 as US stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump's tariffs cause a COVID-like shock20 minutes ago
Israeli strike on a school in Gaza kills at least 27 people, Palestinian health officials say41 minutes ago
Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth's use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike55 minutes ago
Trump fired several national security officials deemed insufficiently loyal, AP sources sayBest theater director: Lou Bellamy - Best of MN 2016
April 15, 2016 at 8:54PM

Director Lou Bellamy from Penumbra Theatre (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Advertisement
about the writer
More from No Section
See More
Free livestream: Nolan Groves and Orono face William Kirsch and Metro West rival Waconia in the Star Tribune Game of the Week.
This article attempts to give us an idea of loading performance when there are a lot of Datawrapper embeds.
Advertisement
To leave a comment, .
Advertisement
Advertisement