Writer | Nambi Kelley

by Nambi E. Kelley – adapted from the novel by Richard Wright

“Brutal, powerful and relentless.”

— Stage and Cinema (Los Angeles), on Native Son

“Brings powerful text to incredible, fiery life.”

— Newcity Stage (Chicago), on Native Son

“A kinetic world premiere…every bit a significant play.”

— OnStage Blog (New Haven), on Native Son JAZZ by Nambi E. Kelley, adapted from the novel by Toni Morrison

“A kinetic world premiere…every bit a significant play.”

— The Baltimore Sun, on Jazz

“A poetic celebration.”

— DC Metro Theater Arts, on Jazz

“Kelley does a beautiful job preserving the voice of Morrison’s characters.”

— CultureSeen4U, on Jazz

“A highly nuanced narrative intricately interwoven with music and dance.”

— DC Metro Theater Arts, on Jazz

“Nambi E. Kelley does an excellent job fusing the dialogue and the highly descriptive narration of Toni Morrison’s voice.”

— MD Theatre Guide, on Jazz

Native Son

Native Son (excerpt) by Nambi E. Kelley

Stokely (excerpt) by Nambi E. Kelley