Four Voices, One Humanity

A Devised Theatrical Experience Inspired by Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers 

Presented in partnership with the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Four Voices, One Humanity is an original theatrical experience conceived and written by D. Wambui Richardson and performed by a cast of distinguished local actors. Inspired by the themes and emotional landscapes of the special exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers, this intimate series of interconnected monologues invites audiences into a profound exploration of the human condition.

Drawing from Johnson's exploration of race, masculinity, empathy, family, and the inner emotional life, each performance gives voice to characters navigating identity, memory, vulnerability, and hope. Through compelling storytelling, audiences are encouraged to reflect on the experiences that both distinguish and unite us, discovering the shared humanity that exists beneath our differences.

Much like Johnson's exhibition, which transforms art into a space for dialogue, expression, and collective reflection, Four Voices, One Humanity uses the power of live theater to illuminate personal truths while inspiring meaningful conversation. These four distinct voices ultimately become one collective narrative affirming that our stories, though uniquely lived, are deeply interconnected. Join Jubilee Theatre and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth for a moving performance where visual art and theater converge, inviting audiences to listen deeply, think boldly, and embrace the transformative power of empathy.

This performance is free and open to the public.

Stage Events - Throughout the run of the special exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers, a site-specific stage located in front of the Modern’s auditorium will host both programmed performances and spontaneous activations. An artwork in its own right, Stage, 2026, features a powder-coated steel surface bearing Johnson’s signature marks, scratched and branded into the metal, aging and burnishing over time. This platform, where others can express themselves, emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between artist and audience, a central motif in the artist’s practice.

Inspired by Johnson’s early memories of dancing and performing with friends atop Carl Andre’s Post-Minimalist floor works at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, Stage is a testament to Johnson’s commitment to creating space for others. More than an invitation to engage and interact, the work fosters artistic endeavors and creativity as a collective experience.