Boom For Real | Stage & Film Summer Season

Boom for Real?is a new musical that tracks the meteoric rise and mysterious spirit of Jean-Michel Basquiat, the Brooklyn-born artist who became one of the most celebrated painters of the twentieth century. When Basquiat dies young, his soul is left unmoored ? bound to this world by his father's unspoken grief ? and the only way forward is a negotiation with Baron Samedi himself. Part elegy, part mystery, and part celebration, the show asks what it means to be chosen, to be seen, and to finally let go. With music and lyrics by John Legend,? Boom for Real ?is a love letter to genius, to Black art, and to the radical act of mourning out loud. Boom for Real is presented by special arrangement in cooperation with The Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Boom For Real is supported by Nick Daly and Ina Meibach. Book by Marcus Gardley Music and Lyrics by John Legend Directed by Kamilah Forbes Venue and Parking All Play Readings will be held in Symphonic Hall at Marist University. This venue is on the second floor of the Marist Student Center and is easily accessible via stairs or elevator. We encourage all guests to park in the Donnelly Hall Lot. Donnelly Hall Parking Lot Address: 51 Edvard Bech Drive Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Accessibility There will be an accessibility shuttle running 30 minutes before and directly after performances to help guests from the parking lot to the Student Center. Directional signage will guide you to parking lots and the entrance of the Student Center, where staff will help you to the venue. If you have specific accessibility needs please email tickets@newyorkstageandfilm.org. We have accessible seating available in the venue.