The Return of Benjamin Lay

"The Return of Benjamin Lay"

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A dramatic reading of “The Return of Benjamin Lay,” starring award-winning actor Mark Povinelli. The play, written by Naomi Wallace and Marcus Rediker brings back to life one of the most remarkable revolutionaries of the 18th century -- a shepherd, prophet, sailor, abolitionist, and soul of fire. The play premiered in London at the Finborough Theatre to rave reviews. To be followed by a talkback with Povinelli and Rediker.

Dai Ho Chun Distinguished Chair

The Dai Ho Chun Distinguished Chair in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences Endowment was made possible by the late Dr. Dai Ho Chun through an estate gift. Dr. Chun, a visionary educator, designed the chair to support interdisciplinary collaboration. According to his guidelines, appointees must be excellent researchers and teachers, have the ability to integrate theory with creative applications, and draw from historical and contemporary perspectives, as well as provide multicultural analysis.

Event Sponsors: Center for Biographical Research, Department of American Studies, Department of English, Department of Theatre and Dance

The Better Tomorrow Speaker Series is a joint venture of the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, Kaiāulu by Kamehameha Schools, and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.

Host or Publisher Better Tomorrow Speaker Series