Turtle Island & Muscrat, a Lenape Creation Story
Theater
The Lenape Theatre Collective EAGLE PROJECT performs a musical and immersive retelling of a Lenape creation story of Turtle Island in Inwood Hill Park at the Hudson River--where the landscape has not changed for hundreds of years. EAGLE PROJECT will offer a blessing while acknowledging and celebrating the island of Mannahatta.
Conceived by Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape theatre artist, Opalanietet, A LENAPE CREATION STORY features text that is centuries old along with new music by Oneida Nation and Ojibwe composer, Danielle Jagelski of Renegade Opera/Simmer Arts.
About The Event
A Lenape Creation Story by Opalanietet (NANTICOKE LENNI-LENAPE) 1/1 A Lenape Creation Story of Turtle Island, a theatrical piece conceived by Eagle Project. Written & performed by Opalanietet. Music composed by Danielle Jagelski / directed by Ash Marinaccio. The Lenape Theatre Collective EAGLE PROJECT performs a musical and immersive retelling of a Lenape creation story of Turtle Island in Inwood Hill Park at the Hudson River--where the landscape has not changed for hundreds of years. EAGLE PROJECT will offer a blessing while acknowledging and celebrating the island of Mannahatta. Conceived by Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape theatre artist, Opalanietet, A LENAPE CREATION STORY features text that is centuries old along with new music by Oneida Nation and Ojibwe composer, Danielle Jagelski of Renegade Opera/Simmer Arts. Bring a blanket, food and beverage and be with community. Free and open to the public.
About The Organizer
Down to Earth brings world-class international performance, contemporary circus, and in-situ performances—absolutely free—directly to New York City's vibrant, diverse communities. An initiative that democratizes cultural expression, the inaugural festival will take place August 31 to September 7, 2025. Conceived by The CUNY Graduate Center, The Martin E. Segal Theatre serves as the festival's producer, underwriter, and fiscal agent.
Please Note
Two performances on the same day. Bring a blanket, food and beverage and be with community. Free and open to the public.
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