LORTON VOICES PRESENTS: A TRIBUTE TO DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. 1929-1968
- SIGNED Softcover
- Lorton: Lorton Voices, 1976
Lorton: Lorton Voices, 1976. Softcover. Octavo, unpaginated [12 pages]. In Very Good Condition. Bound in paper covers; front cover is black with pink lettering. Boards have light scuff marks and mild wear. Textblock has mild shelving wear. Shelved in Room A general ephemera. "Lorton Voices" (originally "Inner Voices") was a groundbreaking theatrical troupe founded by inmate Rhozier “Roach” Brown at the Lorton Correctional Complex in the late 1960s. The group, made up entirely of Lorton inmates, performed original works for audiences both inside and outside the prison walls, including at schools, churches, and for government agencies.
Unlike conventional theater, Lorton Voices’ approach was deeply personal and focused on raising awareness about the realities of incarceration, challenging stereotypes, and sparking dialogue. The group used music, dance, and original dramatic skits to reflect on their own experiences with drug abuse, crime, and the injustices faced in society. The group's work garnered significant attention, and Rhozier Brown's leadership and talent earned him a presidential pardon on Christmas Day in 1974. The success of Lorton Voices was a testament to the power of art as a tool for rehabilitation and expression. 1404060. Special Collections.
Unlike conventional theater, Lorton Voices’ approach was deeply personal and focused on raising awareness about the realities of incarceration, challenging stereotypes, and sparking dialogue. The group used music, dance, and original dramatic skits to reflect on their own experiences with drug abuse, crime, and the injustices faced in society. The group's work garnered significant attention, and Rhozier Brown's leadership and talent earned him a presidential pardon on Christmas Day in 1974. The success of Lorton Voices was a testament to the power of art as a tool for rehabilitation and expression. 1404060. Special Collections.