From staff reports
The Gullah Traveling Theater will perform “Decoration Day,” a powerful theatrical production that honors the rich history and cultural traditions of the Gullah people, at the 40th Annual Original Gullah Festival on Thursday, May 22, and Saturday, May 24 in Beaufort.
Performances will be at 7 p.m., on Thursday, May 22, and 3 p.m., on Saturday, May 24, at the USCB Center for the Arts at 901 Carteret Street in Beaufort.
Decoration Day is an award-winning performance that brings to life the origins of our nation’s beloved Memorial Day traditions. Through moving performances, soulful music, and vivid storytelling, the show highlights the role that formerly enslaved Gullah people played in decorating the graves of faithful fallen soldiers.
The production explores themes of freedom, resilience, and community, offering audiences a deeply immersive and inspiring experience that commemorates an important chapter in Gullah and American history.
Tickets are $55 for adults, $15 for youth (ages 7-17), and free for children (ages 0-6). Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at www.gullahkinfolktravelingtheater.org.
The Decoration Day musical premiere is a must-see event that captures the essence of Gullah heritage while celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Original Gullah Festival that was established to recreate the original Decoration Day celebrations that birthed our nation’s Memorial Day holiday.
The Gullah Traveling Theater is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history, language, and culture of the Gullah Geechee people through theatrical productions, storytelling, and community engagement. Their award-winning performances educate and inspire audiences while keeping the traditions of the Gullah people alive.
For more information on the 40th Annual Original Gullah Festival, visit www.originalgullahfestival.org.
Want to Go?
Who: The Gullah Traveling Theater
What: “Decoration Day”
When: 7 p.m., Thursday, May 22 and 3 p.m., Saturday, May 24
Where: USCB Center for the Arts, 901 Carteret Street, Beaufort
Tickets: $55 for adults; $15 for youth (ages 7-17); free for children (ages 0-6). Tickets are available at www.gullahkinfolktravelingtheater.org.
