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Oliver Samuels will debut star-studded play in South Florida on Labor Day weekend

By Nicanor Gordon··1 min read
Oliver Samuels will debut star-studded play in South Florida on Labor Day weekend

Residents of South Florida are gearing up for a theatrical treat as it becomes the first in the United States to host the premiere of Oliver Samuels’ new play, “Teet N Tung.”

The premiere weekend kicks off at 8 pm on September 2 at Everglades High School in Miramar. The following day, the final performance will be held at 6 pm at the Coral Spring Center for the Arts in Coral Springs.

The powerhouse cast: A lineup of Jamaican talent

The play boasts an enviable lineup, raising the bar for Jamaican theater. 

Alongside Samuels, Jamaican female mega-stars Audrey Reid, known for her epithet “Dancehall Queen,” and Deon Silvera will share the stage. 

The trio is completed by Tesfa Edwards, an emerging male talent in Jamaican theater.

Oliver Samuels: A pillar in Jamaican comedy theater

Oliver Samuels, a stalwart in comedic theater, has been the face of Jamaican stage comedy. He has been unwavering in his dedication, carrying the banner for Jamaican theater for over 50 years.

Oliver Samuels.

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As residents anticipate this star-studded performance, “Teet N Tung” is poised to become another feather in Oliver Samuels’ already well-adorned cap, further solidifying his legacy in Jamaican theater.

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