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A Midnight Cry: The Underground Railroad to Freedom is a compelling historical drama with integrated musical elements created for the stage. The production follows Lida Anderson, a young enslaved girl, as she navigates the perilous path to freedom via the Underground Railroad. Musical selections by Josh Schmidt, licensed through Dramatic Publishing, weave spirituals and period songs into the narrative, enriching the emotional journey without compromising accessibility for families.

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This performer page highlights the work of James DeVita, the driving force behind the piece, and provides a concise look at the show’s background, significant past productions, and current regional engagements. We’ve got you covered with biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour info where available.

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Biography, discography highlights, and current engagements are sourced from publicly available materials. For fans looking to connect, James DeVita maintains a personal site at jamesdevita.com and is active on X/Twitter as @JamesDeVita. While there is no official show page for A Midnight Cry, regional performances and seasonal appearances are common, so check local theater listings for the latest updates in your area.

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Documented collaborators

Upcoming opportunities to experience this powerful production are typically announced through regional theater networks. Secure your seats and support regional theater—we’ve got you covered with reliable, no-fuss access to tickets as soon as they’re available.

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Quick Facts About A Midnight Cry: The Underground Railroad to Freedom

  • Type/genre: Historical drama with integrated musical elements (musical selections by Josh Schmidt; licensed through Dramatic Publishing).
  • Story: Follows Lida Anderson, a young enslaved girl, on a perilous journey toward freedom via the Underground Railroad.
  • Original production: First Stage (Milwaukee) premiered in 2003; revived by First Stage in 2014.
  • Notable past productions: Dallas (El Centro College Theatre) 2005; Chicago (Paramount Theatre) 2007; Growing Stage (Netcong, NJ) 2011.
  • Musical/style cues: Uses spirituals and period songs as part of the narrative; described as a family-accessible yet emotionally intense piece.
  • Tour status: No publicly listed 2025/2026 tour; current events appear to be regional/seasonal rather than a nationwide tour.

Biography, discography highlights, and current engagements are sourced from publicly available materials. For fans looking to connect, James DeVita maintains a personal site at jamesdevita.com and is active on X/Twitter as @JamesDeVita. While there is no official show page for A Midnight Cry, regional performances and seasonal appearances are common, so check local theater listings for the latest updates in your area.

Upcoming opportunities to experience this powerful production are typically announced through regional theater networks. Secure your seats and support regional theater—we’ve got you covered with reliable, no-fuss access to tickets as soon as they’re available.

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