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Theatre trip: A Raisin in the Sun

Two actors - one male, one female - stood on stage looking at one another.
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Join NTU Arts and visit Nottingham Playhouse to experience this groundbreaking, pioneering and challenging piece of theatre from Lorraine Hansberry – which broke barriers as the first play by a Black woman on Broadway. A Raisin in the Sun examines the effects of racial prejudice on the fulfilment of an African-American family's dreams. Open to all NTU students, advance booking essential.

  • When: Wednesday 13 November 2024, 6.30 pm
  • Location: Newton Reception, Newton Building, NTU City Campus, Nottingham, NG1 4BU
  • Cost: Free
  • Booking deadline: Wednesday 13 November 2024, 6.30 pm
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This event is only open to NTU and Confetti HE students.

Join NTU Arts for this free trip to Nottingham Playhouse to watch A Raisin in the Sun.

Groundbreaking, pioneering and challenging, Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun broke barriers as the first play by a Black woman on Broadway. Directed by Tinuke Craig (Jitney, The Color Purple), this classic family drama full of humour and heart, remains relevant and powerful in a world still divided by inequality.

In a rented apartment on Chicago’s South Side, the Younger family are full of hope, dreams, grief, and big plans. Their beloved father has died, and the money from his life insurance policy could change their lives.

Mama wants to put down roots in a home of her own. Her daughter Beneatha has her heart set on becoming a doctor. But her son Walter Lee thinks the money is his to spend — and he’s willing to sacrifice his values and his family to get what he wants. Each must face what it means to escape the confines of a segregated society. How do you create a meaningful life in a world designed to keep you down?

Advance booking is essential as tickets are limited and expected to fly off the shelf!

Timings

  • 6.30 pm meet at Newton reception, NTU City Campus
  • 6.45 pm leave promptly, and walk to the Theatre Royal (approximately 5 minutes)
  • 7.30 pm  watch show

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Location details

Address:

Newton Reception
Newton Building
NTU City Campus
 Nottingham
 NG1 4BU
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