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Terrence Riggins and Cheyenne Barboza sit down to explore the heart of Unbecoming Tragedy — a play born from personal history, imagination, and the deep belief in empathy. In this behind-the-scenes conversation, they discuss how storytelling challenges assumptions, bridges lived experiences, and pushes against forces that seek to divide. For both artists, theatre is not just a medium but a lifeline — a space where truth unfolds and transformation begins.

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What does it mean to confront your past and reshape your future? In an in-depth interview with Lucy Gellman, playwright Terrence Riggins unpacks the deeply personal journey that inspired Unbecoming Tragedy—from his time in solitary confinement to his transformative relationship with theatre.

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Long Wharf Theatre (Artistic Director Jacob G. Padrón) is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Toward Destiny, written and performed by Terrence Riggins and directed by Cheyenne Barboza. This gripping solo drama runs May 11 – June 1, 2025, at Off Broadway Theater, behind the Shops at Yale (41 Broadway, New Haven, CT 06511), with a Pay-What-You-Can performance period from May 11–15 to ensure accessibility for all.

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Theatre is more than a stage—it’s a calling.
Actor Terrence Riggins shares his passion for storytelling and the deep significance of being an artist. Don’t miss him in Unbecoming Tragedy, a powerful new production that challenges and transforms.

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