My son and I had an opportunity to see the "The Life and Times of Omar Ibn Sayyid" a short time ago. My son is 7yrs. old, I make this point because it provides context to how riveting the performance was! He was attentive throughout, asking questions, and intrigued by the environment. The play was insightful, with a superb performance by brother Kenya! I was pleasantly surprised with the depth of the performance; appreciative of the effort it takes to keep people engaged without the modern day bells and whistles. You could hear a pen drop throughout the performance. This play could be seen in the Kennedy Center, and I will continue to advocate its excellence to all those I come across. Best, R. Byrd