New Village Arts presents "The Mountaintop"Written by Katori HallDirected by Durwood Murray Jr.Starring DeAndre Simmons and Taylor Renee HendersonExperience "The Mountaintop," a gripping reimagining of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s final night on earth. Written by acclaimed playwright Katori Hall, this Olivier Award–winning drama transports audiences to Room 306 of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN where an unexpected visitor challenges King’s legacy, humanity, and destiny. Blending powerful storytelling with moments of humor, heart, and magical realism, "The Mountaintop" invites us to see the man behind the icon while reflecting on the ongoing struggle for justice. Running May 23 through June 22 at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center, this unforgettable production promises to inspire, provoke, and move you. Get your tickets today!Previews: May 23-30, 2025 - No Saturday 2 p.m. shows during previewsOpening Night: Saturday, May 31, 2025Runs: May 23 - June 22, 2025Tickets start at $35!**All orders subject to a flat $5 transaction feePerformance Schedule as follows:- Select Wednesdays at 2 p.m.- Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.- Fridays at 7:30 p.m.- Saturdays at 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.- Sundays at 2 p.m.Dea Hurston Industry Night: Monday, June 16, 2025**Please note there will not be a performance on Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Tickets may be purchased in-person, online, or over the phone. Daytime Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday from noon - 5:00 p.m.New Village Arts on Facebook / Instagram