The Spirit of Harriet Tubman

“There are many plays about Harriet Tubman, but none share Tubman’s entire life story like a visit with The Spirit of Harriet Tubman. Leslie McCurdy invokes the “spirit” of Harriet Tubman as she portrays the life of the famous Underground Railroad conductor, recreating stories familiar and some rarely told, using Harriet Tubman’s own words. Through this theatrical presentation, we learn of the faith and conviction that drove Harriet Tubman to follow her dreams.

For 20 years, McCurdy has captivated audiences across Canada, the United States, and England. The Spirit of Harriet Tubman was presented at the 2011 National Black Theatre Festival in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the 2012 DC Black Theatre Festival Living Legacy Series in Washington, D.C., the Paul Robeson “Art Is A Weapon” Solo Play Festival in London, England, and many other festivals.”