Edward A. Dixon Gallery
222 North Saint Clair StreetINNOVAtheatre Presents:
For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf
By Ntozake Shange
A groundbreaking work of American theatre, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf is a "choreopoem" that weaves together poetry, dance, and music into a singular, transformative experience. Through the voices of seven women—each represented by a color of the rainbow—the play explores the complexities of Black womanhood in a world that often ignores their pain and their joy.
From the vibrant streets of Harlem to the quiet corners of the soul, these women share stories of love, abandonment, resilience, and reclamation. They navigate "dark phases as their only reality," only to emerge with a fierce, collective strength. It is a raw, unflinching, and ultimately celebratory journey that moves from the depths of a "metaphysical dilemma" to the heights of self-discovery: finding God in oneself and loving her fiercely.
The Production
INNOVAtheatre is proud to bring this foundational work to life with a mature and sophisticated cast. This production offers an intimate and unflinching look at the stories that need to be told, set in a venue that honors the gravity and heartbeat of the collective experience.
Prepare yourself for a journey that goes beyond the surface and touches the very core of what it means to be alive.
Performance Schedule
Friday, February 20th: 8:00 pm
Saturday, February 21st: 8:00 pm (Possible Matinee added)
Sunday, February 22nd: 3:00 pm
Ticket Information
All tickets are general admission $25.00 and seating is first come, first seated.
All Sales are FINAL, no refunds given. If you need to exchange for a different date please email INNOVAtheatre@gmail.com
Exchanges are NOT guaranteed and based solely on available seating for requested performance.
The Venue: Edward A. Dixon Gallery 222 N. St. Clair Street Dayton, Ohio 45402
Meet Our Ensemble
Roniece as the Lady in Brown: Bringing grounded, sophisticated depth as the voice of our history.
Ronda as the Lady in Blue: Navigating isolation and resilience with soulful vulnerability.
Charlize as the Lady in Purple: Portraying the fierce reclamation of the inner spirit.
Elana as the Lady in Red: Delivering a visceral, powerhouse performance of passion and endurance.
Myca as the Lady in Yellow: Bringing a raw, sophisticated depth that balances the joy of youth with the weight of the world.
Content Advisory
INNOVAtheatre is committed to presenting this work in its most authentic and unflinching form. Please be advised that For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf contains mature themes and honest depictions of the Black female experience.
The performance includes:
Discussions and depictions of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Themes of pregnancy, loss, and abortion.
Strong language and emotional distress.
Discussions of mental health and suicidal ideation.
We recommend this production for mature audiences (ages 16+). We encourage our patrons to prioritize their well-being while engaging with this powerful and necessary piece of truth-telling.
Feb 20 - 23, 2026
Edward A. Dixon Gallery
222 North Saint Clair Street
*Please note that ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds or exchanges will be permitted.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our refund or exchange policy please feel free to reach out to us at INNOVAtheatre@gmail.com
All proceeds from this event go toward producing our 2024/2025 season.