A WOUND IN TIME: July 2012

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A Summer in 1993 in Spanish Harlem finally reveals the secret past of Cuban-American cardiac nurse Negra Centron. A childhood secret torments the life and stifles the growth of a beautiful woman. The ancient religion of the Yoruba people of Nigeria, known as Regla de Ocha and Santeria in the Diaspora, is the engine behind this supernatural mystery thriller. This African-evolved religion, with its magic, is the backdrop for this tale of love, hate, deceit, betrayal, obsession, forgiveness, acceptance, and hope. Magic, ritual, and destiny are the threads unraveling this gripping, edgy, mystery/thriller.

Pressured by a suspicious mother, a strange bed-fellow, and an amorous co-worker, Negra battles to keep a childhood secret from unraveling while a restless spirit and the African gods seek justice...

Monday, July 16, 2012

"A WOUND IN TIME" SLATED FOR OPEN RUN THIS FALL

Actors Ryss and Soleidy Mendez in original showcase production.

Very excited to remount this play, much favored by all who saw it during it's run 2 years ago at the legendary Nuyorican Poets Cafe. It is a very intense drama filled with lots of laughs, and of course, tackles social issues. Regla de Ocha, also known as Santeria, is a misunderstood African traditional religion retained by enslaved Africans in Cuba. This play sheds light on and dispels some of the myths and misconceptions in a mystery/thriller. Set in 1993 (to coincide with the Supreme Court ruling recognizing it as a religion) in Spanish Harlem, it shows a day in the life of practitioners of the religion, and tackles such social issues as religious persecution, bullying, classism, racism, homophobia, etc. I really love the story and hoping this production continues to find others who feel the same.

GROUP AUDITIONS NEXT MONTH FOR "A WOUND IN TIME" RUN

Finally uploaded sides for actors who submitted. I'll have group auditions next month (tba). Excited to have a run Off Broadway. If dates are available looking at October previews!

Saturday, July 14, 2012

"A WOUND IN TIME" MAY BE BACK FOR AN OPEN RUN!

So many folks who have seen the first production of AWIT have been hoping for its return. So I have been thinking that instead of just doing a few shows to film for DVD, maybe have an open run with one show a week Off Broadway. Stay tuned...

All of the wonderful folks waiting for updates regarding auditions please check this blog regularly. Any delays are due to the delicate dance of production possibilities!

Monday, July 2, 2012

THE ORIGINAL IYA CARMEN FROM "A WOUND IN TIME"...

The Beautiful and Talented Ella Joyce as Gladys

My gurl Ella Joyce is at it again with another TV series. She stars as "Gladys" in the new show "Belles" coming this Fall. So happy for her. She is a true Artist and activist and hasn't changed in all these years. She was the original Iya Carmen in the staged reading of "A Wound In Time" over 20 years ago...

JOIN IN AND HELP MAKE IT HAPPEN!

This film will get done relying on my grind for pennies, and a little help from my friends. But it may take longer than necessary since shoot days will only happen when funds are available. In other words, instead of having only 2 shoot days a month, we can have 10. That makes a big difference in how soon we get the film on the big screen. So, if more could contribute to the pot this film can wrap a lot sooner! You get a tax deduction by donating through my non profit fiscal sponsor, plus your name in the film credits when you give $25 or more! Lets get this unique and powerful story out there together, and put the artistry back into Indie films. Thanks!