Marietta's New Theatre in the Square presents the theatrical production Real Life: An Original Hip Hopera now through May 5. The two-act production is being described as "Rent meets In the Heights" and explores the attitudes of urban living.
The main character Ray, has a test of faith as he is forced to choose his morality over a sensationalized street nature that may lead to his demise. Identifying with the consequences and repercussions, the community intervenes to affect his choice, while facing struggles from their own threats of crime and daily living. Ray connects his fate to his environment and sense of abandonment, thus triggering his reckless behavior and neglect of fatherhood. Through the power of community, acts of faith and an enduring grandmother, Ray embraces redemption, but at what cost?
Real Life: An Original Hip Hopera is written, produced and directed by Joel King.
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