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Catalyst Coffee, a new play written by Bernard Pollack & presented by Food Tank for Climate Week NYC (Official). Named by The Arts Fuse as one of the best new shows of 2024, Catalyst Coffee pulls you behind the counter & into the high-stakes world of a barista union campaign.
This immersive theatrical workshop reading-directed by Lakisha May-blends sharp drama with bold questions about power, solidarity, & survival. The cast includes Stacey Sargeant as Monique, Kalyne Coleman as Ashley, Keshav Molidar as Michael, Erin Neufer as Ella Lax, Alex Morf as Craig Becker, & Brooks Brantly as the Janitor & the readings movement consultant.
Special musical performance featuring Clair Rachel Howell, a Broadway & touring artist currently performing in Wicked on both Broadway & the National Tour, accompanied by Noah Turner, a New York-based music director & accompanist known for his work on Jersey Boys, The Sound of Music, & Joy the Musical. Come for the show. Stay for the food, the drinks, & an evening of conflict & inspiration you'll never forget. Written by Bernard Pollack with dramaturgy by Elena Morris. Come for the show. Stay for the food, the drinks, & an evening of conflict & inspiration you'll never forget.
This exclusive workshop reading is part of Climate Week NYC & takes place at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space on Tuesday, September 23rd at 7:00 PM.
The evening includes curated bites from celebrity chefs, craft cocktails, & unique moments for audience engagement as the play continues to evolve.
Catalyst Coffee builds on the success of Food Tank's previous show WeCameToDance, which sold out a 26-performance run at the 2021 Edinburgh Festival Fringe & was broadcast live on the BBC & Good Morning Britain.
Special musical performance featuring Clair Rachel Howell, a Broadway & touring artist currently performing in Wicked on both Broadway & the National Tour, accompanied by Noah Turner, a New York-based music director & Broadway accompanist known for his work on Jersey Boys, The Sound of Music, & Joy the Musical.
This event is by invitation-only. If you would like to request to be considered for an invitation, please email Bernard at Bernard@FoodTank.com.
Food Tank is the world's fastest growing global non-profit community working towards positive transformation in how we produce & consume food. As one of the food & agriculture movement's most dynamic conveners, we educate & collaborate with local partners to amplify on-the-ground solutions.
Checkout Food Tank's full lineup of events during Climate Week NYC from Sunday, Sept 21-Friday, Sept 26 by clicking HERE.
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