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New Musical on John Lewis Premieres After Seven-Year Journey

3/31/2026

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Psalmayene 24, a playwright, has spent seven years developing a musical about John Lewis.
Initially the project focused on Lewis's early life.
Workshopping transformed the project into a musical.
The world premiere was staged by Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit, prompting the playwright to refine the work.
To address this, the playwright collaborated with a new composer ahead of its Washington, D.C., debut.

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Story summary

Psalmayene 24, a playwright, has spent seven years developing a musical about John Lewis.
Initially the project focused on Lewis's early life.
Workshopping transformed the project into a musical.
The world premiere was staged by Atlanta’s Theatrical Outfit, prompting the playwright to refine the work.
To address this, the playwright collaborated with a new composer ahead of its Washington, D.C., debut.