The Liminal Theatre Collective (TLTC) is proud to announce the debut of Reclamation: Beyond the Veil, the inaugural performance of their Liminal Labs workshop series. This bold, ensemble-driven, devised theatre production celebrates and explores the rich, nuanced tapestry of Blackness, bringing forward stories that affirm and amplify Black voices.

The production is directed by TLTC’s Artistic Director, Azudi Onyejekwe, a Broadway veteran known for his work on The Great Comet and Violet, and choreographed by the talented Ava Jones. Co-created by Ava Jones, Dara Adebanjo, Efe Isaac, Fanny Kienberger, Kayta Thomas, Jelani Winston, Vance Beamer Washington, Stella Diji, and Azudi Onyejekwe, this innovative performance delves into themes of Black identity, liberation, and the complex journey of reclamation.

Through a dynamic blend of collaborative storytelling, movement, and music, Reclamation: Beyond the Veil explores the intersection of history, spirituality, and personal narratives of the African diaspora. The piece emphasizes joy as an act of resistance, imagining a world beyond the Veil—one that is reflective, transformative, and deeply connected to the collective Black experience. This performance marks the launch of TLTC’s Liminal Labs, a creative incubator designed to support emerging artists of color and provide them with the space and resources to bring their work to life. Liminal Labs nurtures bold, innovative theatre that bridges tradition and change, offering emerging creators a unique opportunity to stage their work for the first time in front of a live audience.

Liminal Labs is committed to amplifying marginalized voices and creating socially impactful theatre. The program is centered around emerging theatre-makers—writers, directors, actors, and designers—who are dedicated to producing culturally specific and socially relevant work. Through a 3-week development process, participants collaborate with TLTC’s C.O.R.E. members and professional artists, culminating in a developmental sharing for invited industry professionals and community members.

The full cast of Reclamation: Beyond the Veil includes Ava Jones, Dara Adebanjo, Efe Isaac, Fanny Kienberger, Jelani Winston, Kayta Thomas and Vance Beamer Washington.