Young John Lewis

book & lyrics By psalmayene 24

Music by Eugene H. Russell IV

DIRECTED BY Reginald L. Douglas

March 26-April 26, 2025 

It’s time to make some Good Trouble! In this new musical, Mosaic’s Playwright-in-Residence Psalmayene 24 and acclaimed composer Eugene H. Russell IV honor the legendary “Conscience of Congress”: the late Congressman John Lewis.

Focusing on the Congressman’s formative years of ages 18-28, Young John Lewis reveals the humanity and heart of this mighty historic figure. The musical explores how the murder of Emmett Till motivated Lewis to pursue a life of service, including leading the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, fighting for Civil Rights with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and working for nearly two decades in Congress.

A theatrical event not to be missed, Young John Lewis is both a galvanizing call to action and an inspiring reminder that we can all make a difference, no matter our age.

Young John Lewis is sponsored by Mosaic Partners Circle Champions Jordan Bookey & Felix Lloyd The Bookey Family Foundation, Herbert & Dianne Lerner, Ken Grossinger & Micheline Klagsburn, Leslie Scallet Lieberman, Jeffrey Z. Slavin, Believers Susan Clampitt & Jeremy Waletzky, Activists David & Jean Grier, Stephanie Phillips & George Murray, Bill Tompkins & Dana Brewington, Julie & David Zalkind, Advocates Steven Clay & Mike Smith, David Grosso & Serra Sippel, Myrna Sislen & Bill Rice, Stephen Stern & Margaret Hahn Stern, Cynthia Wolloch & Joseph Reid, and Allies Juanita & Melvin Hardy.

Young John Lewis was commissioned and originally produced by Theatrical Outfit.


“[Young John Lewis] should not be missed” - BroadwayWorld Atlanta

“What makes the show unforgettable is the music” - Rough Draft Atlanta

“A rousing tribute” - Arts ATL


CREATIVE TEAM AND CAST

Book and Lyrics by
Psalmayene 24

Music by
Eugene H. Russell IV

Directed by
Reginald L. Douglas

 

JOURNEY TO ATLANTA

This June, members of the Mosaic Theater Company family traveled to Atlanta for an unforgettable weekend of reflection, inspiration, and connection as we followed in the footsteps of civil rights legend, Congressman John Lewis. This immersive trip was part of our early work on Young John Lewis—a powerful new musical by Psalmayene 24 with music by Eugene H. Russell IV—coming to Mosaic in 2026.  Our journey to Atlanta was co-hosted by Mosaic Partner Joe's Movement Emporium


TICKET PRICES

PREVIEWS: THUR & FRI $42 · SAT & SUN $56

REGULAR PERFORMANCES: THUR & FRI $53 · SAT & SUN $70


TICKET DISCOUNTS

In the spirit of welcome, Mosaic is proud to remove financial barriers to our work via senior, student, military, and need-based discounts, plus a limited number of rush tickets for every show.

RUSH TICKETS
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