MYTHS: The People Who Carry The Sky

Join National Black Theatre (NBT), Lincoln Center and Culture Lab for MYTHS: The People Who Carry The Sky, an interactive, multidisciplinary, one-night event on April 27, 2024 celebrating descendants from Haiti, telling a new story of their beloved country. The evening’s event is curated by National Black Theatre’s Artist-in-Residence, Fedna Jacquet, and is presented by NBT’s Alternative Learning and Social Impact department, with original commissions and contributions from Dominique Morriseau, Lenelle Moise, Julio Jean, Atibon Nazaire, Val Jeanty, Qween Jean and Frances-Luce Benson. These newly commissioned works traverse music, poetry, dance, and fashion using Haitian mythology and folklore. MYTHS untangles Haiti's story from the Western gaze and uplifts a new narrative that centers on its people's liberation. 

Join us at the Lincoln Center Atrium to celebrate the resilient spirit of Haitian artists, people, and culture. It is time to embrace a new narrative shaped by the perceptions of its people, guiding us to understand and demystify Haiti's rich heritage at this critical moment. This event is produced by National Black Theatre, Culture Lab, and Lincoln Center in anticipation of the Metropolitan Opera’s revival of Orfeo ed Euridice. 

Please be aware that entry will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Your RSVP will ensure you receive timely updates regarding the event.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center, 61 West 62nd Street, New York, United States