Gullah Traveling Theater, Inc., presents Da' Gullah American Revolutionary Experience

Sun, Jul 20, 2:00 PM

Through stirring vignettes, music, dance and dramatic storytelling, the production unveils how Gullah expertise in rice farming—especially the lucrative Carolina Gold Rice—became a catalyst for colonial wealth and revolution.

The Gullah Traveling Theater, Inc. (GTTI) proudly announces the debut of its newest original production,Da’ Gullah American Revolutionary Experience,written by acclaimed storyteller Anita Singleton Prather and performed by the beloved Gullah Kinfolk ensemble. The play premiered during the 40th Annual Original Gullah Festival on Sunday, May 25, 2025, and is touring the Lowcountry throughout July.

Presented as part of GTTI’s Circle Unbroken series, this new work invites audiences to gather with the unforgettable Aunt Pearlie Sue and explore the often-overlooked contributions of Gullah men and women during the American Revolution. Through stirring vignettes, music, dance and dramatic storytelling, the production unveils how Gullah expertise in rice farming—especially the lucrative Carolina Gold Rice—became a catalyst for colonial wealth and revolution. The play also highlights Gullah mastery in blacksmithing, indigo dyeing, sugar production, and carpentry—skills that were vital to both Loyalist and Patriot causes.

“Many know the wealth of the colonies was built on rice, but few know the Gullah hands and minds behind that story,” said Prather. “This play brings that truth to life—joyfully and powerfully.”

Audiences will be moved by the Gullah Kinfolk’s signature foot-stomping, hand-clapping energy as they illuminate the stage with soulful rhythms and historical insight.