[NoHo Arts District, CA] – Sardia Robinson brings her award-winning, one-woman play FROM A YARDIE TO A YANKEE to Theatre West on May 17 only to raise funds for families devastated by the Eaton Fire.
LA FIRE FAMILY FUNDRAISER! ONE NIGHT ONLY!
As the Eaton Fire killed at least 17 people and destroyed more than 9,000 buildings, becoming the fifth deadliest and the second most destructive wildfire in California history, one unfortunate Haitian-American family of 10 lost four homes in the fire and is struggling to survive, as evidenced on their GoFundMe page.
One LA resident has sprung into action to help. LA resident and Jamaican-born actress, writer, and director Sardia Robinson, along with Theatre West and LA-based myKeetv Magazine, is producing a one-time return of the award-winning, one-woman play FROM A YARDIE TO A YANKEE as a fundraiser for the affected family. Robinson will perform free of charge and Theatre West has offered the theatre free of charge to help make this event possible, with all funds going to support the family.
Discover what reviewers rave is “A Must See!” Fresh off a world tour, including New York, London, Jamaica, and the Bahamas, FROM A YANKEE TO A YARDIE portrays writer and performer Sardia Robinson’s epic struggles from the murderous streets of Kingston, Jamaica to the deadly consequences of Chicago’s drug wars. Full of colorful characters, powerful portrayals, obstacles overcome, and heartwarming humor, this show will grip your heart and imagination.
FROM A YARDIE TO A YANKEE was awarded Best of Show in the TAG Studio Solo Festival 2019, Best Solo Production by BroadwayWorld 2022, and one of the Top Ten Shows to See in LA by BroadwayWorld 2022. Sardia was awarded the “Innovative Women in Theatre” award for her performance at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. She is a member of Greenlight Women, a dynamic and diverse community of women over 40 in media and entertainment. Feedback from audiences and industry insiders alike has been overwhelmingly positive.
Here is what just a few industry pros are saying:
“The moment Sardia hit the stage I was hooked. What a brilliant performance and performer. I highly recommend FROM A YARDIE TO A YANKEE. A must see!” – William “Mickey” Stevenson – Songwriter, Producer, and Motown Records’ first A&R Director.
“An amazing show, filled with heart, drama, happiness, and hope. Sardia takes the audience through her humorous yet challenging transition from Jamaica to America. Passionately performed from the heart of a beautiful woman for all to see.” – Gregory Marquette – Television and Film Writer/Director/Producer responsible for such films as Innocents, Genius on Hold, and Oba: The Last Samurai.
“This show is a gem! A real must see!!! Sardia takes the audience on a journey from childhood in the real Jamaica, the one we never see, to the trials of being a single mom, to dreams coming true when she becomes an American citizen! Her acting skills are excellent and her characters range from loveable to horrifying, each with their own voice! Great job! Brava!” – Tom Cavanaugh – Playwright (The Circus Still Comes to Town, Diner Talk, The Wildness Treatment, Adam & Yoshi), Screenwriter (Harvest, The Heroes of ‘76), Producer and Writer.
View Sardia Robinson’s IMDB page at www.imdb.com/name/nm2430882.
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