Jackie Robinson Steals Home
by Peter Manos

JACKIE ROBINSON STEALS HOME chronicles the life story and achievements of Jackie Robinson, who, in 1947, became the first African-American athlete to break the color barrier in Major League baseball. Mr. Robinson faced the obstacle of racism every step of the way. His ability to avoid conflict and simply perform to the best of his ability, despite struggling with an instinct to fight back, provided an example for everyone of how one can rise above negative circumstances with grace and humility. Other characters in the play portray those important people — Black and White — who were allies in Mr. Robinson’s journey: his mother, Rachel (his wife), Branch Rickey, Leo Durocher, Pee Wee Reese, among others. (Length: 55 minutes)

Available to tour to schools and other venues (Grades 6 and up): February 5 – March 5, 2024

FEE: $750
2nd show (same day, same venue): $650, 3rd show: $550

To schedule a performance, please call 865-539-2490 or email wordplayers@comcast.net

The WordPlayers is an approved Teaching Artist Organization with the Tennessee Arts Commission.

STUDENT TICKET SUBSIDY

Student Ticket Subsidy for public school students may be obtained for this presentation.

Application opens Thursday, August 15, 2023

Information regarding Student Ticket Subsidy can be found here: https://tnartscommission.org/grants/student-ticket-subsidy-sts/

Public Performances

• Sa Feb 17: Oak Valley Baptist Church, 194 Hampton Rd, Oak Ridge 37830, 4 PM
• M Feb 19: Pellissippi State, Magnolia, 1610 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville 37917, 11:30 AM
• T Feb 20: Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St, Johnson City 37601, 12 Noon
• W Feb 21: Roane State CC, 276 Patton Ln, Harriman 37748, 10 AM
• Su Feb 25: Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, 2500 E 5th Ave, Knoxville 37914, 4 PM
• M Feb 26: Walters State CC, Niswonger Campus, 221 N College St, Greeneville 37745, 11:10 AM
• M Feb 26: Walters State CC, Morristown, 500 S Davy Crockett Pkwy, Morristown 37813, 6:30 PM
• Th Feb 29: Walters State CC, Claiborne County, 1325 Claiborne St, Tazewell, 37879, 2 PM

Cast

• Jackie – Devon Thompson
• Ensemble – Jae Campbell, Leonard Freeny, Ethan Norman, Jennifer Pagnard

Creative Team

• Director – Will Dorsey, IV
• Stage Manager – Terri Taylor
• Costumes/Props Coordinator – Kisha Rockett