Off-Broadway News:

The World According to Micki Grant is set to premiere Off-Broadway at WP Theater. This biomusical explores the life and work of multihyphenate artist Grant, who was the first Black woman to write the book, music, and lyrics for a Broadway musical.

New Federal Theatre will present The World According to Micki Grant at WP Theater from May 31 to June 29, with an official opening date of June 6. The show, compiled, adapted, and directed by Nora Cole, features a talented cast including Matelyn Alicia, April Armstrong, Patrice Benn, and Shawn Bowers. Alicia, Armstrong, and Benn will portray different aspects of Micki Grant’s life and work, while Bowers’ character embodies the male figures from Grant’s works.

This biomusical was commissioned by New Federal Theatre after Grant’s passing in 2021. Grant was a talented songwriter, poet, lyricist, and writer, making history as the first Black woman to solo write the book, music, and lyrics for a Broadway musical with Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope. Grant received Tony nominations for the musical’s book and score, and also won a Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album, becoming the first female composer to do so.

The World According to Micki Grant includes pieces from Grant’s musicals, poetry, and prose, as well as rare and unpublished works. The creative team behind the production includes music director Tom Spahn, choreographer Lakai Worrell, and various designers contributing to the visual and technical aspects of the show.

Tickets for The World According to Micki Grant can be purchased through the theater’s website.