Written by Kenthedo Robinson, "Buffalo Hero of WWI," tells the story of a real-life African American soldier, often referred to as a "Buffalo Soldier," who displayed exceptional heroism during World War I, highlighting the often overlooked contributions of Black soldiers in the war.

THREE YOUNG MEN ENLIST TO FIGHT FOR WORLD DEMOCRACY DURING WWI. AS THEY EXPERIENCE THE STING OF RACISM , THE POWER OF BROTHERLY LOVE AND THE GLORY OF HONOR, ONE WILL EMERGE AS THE BUFFALO HERO OF WWI. 

“The disparate personalities on display are brought to life vividly by the actors, who embody these historic figures with deftness and power.” - Jim Catapano for Arts Independent. Read full article: https://artsindependent.com/2023/12/04/jim-catapano-is-at-the-ata-with-the-buffalo-hero-of-world-war-i-the-wayne-miner-story/

“I truly want to say this is a play that should not be missed. The Buffalo Hero of World War I, The Wayne Minor story has much to teach us about the impact of hate and misunderstanding. History, when not corrected, when unlearned, repeats itself. ” - Kaitlyn Clark for SHOWTONES. Read full article: https://showtones.com/2022/12/12/the-theatretattler-reviews-the-buffalo-hero-of-wwi/

American Theatre of Actors, Inc. (ATA) was founded in 1976 by James Jennings to promote the development of new playwrights, directors and actors, and to provide them a creative atmosphere in which to work. The plays are dramas, comedies, and hybrids, dealing with the social and ethical problems of contemporary society.

12,000 actors have worked at ATA including Dennis Quaid, Bruce Willis, Dan Lauria, Chazz Palminteri, Danny Aielo, David Morse, Edie Falco and Kathryn Hahn. Our productions are sometimes grouped as 'festivals,' such as a Playwrights Festival or a Directors Festival. In 2016 we began an initiative to feature women in theatre as directors and playwrights, today this is our WIT! (Women in Theatre) program.

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