Manahatta
Synopsis
In this timely world-premiere drama by celebrated playwright, activist and attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle, past and present intertwine. Nagle’s story illuminates the tragic consequences of commercial exploits, including the removal of Native people and the attempted eradication of their culture, that gave rise to the America we know today. Securities trader Jane Snake is torn between worlds. Her return to Wall Street in 2008 brings her to Manahatta (“island of many hills” in Lenape), the homeland her ancestors were violently forced to leave in the 1600s. Meanwhile, her family in Oklahoma struggles to save their language, their culture and their over-mortgaged home. Jane Snake’s return to Manahatta defiantly demonstrates that the Lenape are still here.
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Trailer: ManahattaOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Laurie Woolery
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Kathryn Nagle
- Original Title
- Manahatta
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Laurie Woolery
Mary Kathryn Nagle
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Laurie Woolery
Director
Mary Kathryn Nagle
Writer
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What is Manahatta about?
In this timely world-premiere drama by celebrated playwright, activist and attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle, past and present intertwine. Nagle’s story illuminates the tragic consequences of commercial exploits, including the removal of Native people and the attempted eradication of their culture, that gave rise to the America we know today. Securities trader Jane Snake is torn between worlds. Her return to Wall Street in 2008 brings her to Manahatta (“island of many hills” in Lenape), the homeland her ancestors were violently forced to leave in the 1600s. Meanwhile, her family in Oklahoma struggles to save their language, their culture and their over-mortgaged home. Jane Snake’s return to Manahatta defiantly demonstrates that the Lenape are still here.
Who directed Manahatta?
Manahatta was directed by Laurie Woolery.
Who stars in Manahatta?
The principal cast of Manahatta includes Tanis Parenteau, Rainbow Dickerson, Sheila Tousey, Steven Flores, Jeffrey King.
When was Manahatta released and how long is it?
Manahatta was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.