A Narrative Wisdom–inspired performance by The Black Rep

About the performance

In the bustling city of St. Louis, a group of high school students find themselves on an extraordinary journey that will forever change their perception of art and the world around them. The stage is set at the renowned Saint Louis Art Museum, where their teacher, a passionate advocate for cultural exploration, has organized a field trip with a twist. As the students gather in the Museum’s grand entrance, their teacher lays down the rules: They are to explore the exhibits, immerse themselves in the artwork, and ultimately choose a piece that resonates with their personal experiences and identities. Little do they know, this seemingly straightforward assignment will lead them down a path of self-discovery unlike anything they could have imagined. Written by Atlanta husband and wife team Naima Carter Russell and Eugene H. Russell IV and featuring original songs, The Secret Gallery is a fun, humorous story about art’s ability to transcend boundaries and connect souls across time and space.

Plan your visit

Everyone is welcome to attend this performance, but priority is given to student groups. If you are interested in bringing a group of students to the Museum for this performance, please register with the link on this listing. For the general public, no preregistration is required, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.