"Free Man of Color" African American Repertory Theater

Based on the true story of John Newton Templeton, the first freed slave to graduate from Ohio University, 35 years before the Emancipation Proclamation ended slavery in Jan. 1863! This fascinating but forgotten figure in history learns freedom comes with great responsibility. Challenges us to examine our humanity, reminds us that true freedom comes not from the law, but from taking charge of our destiny. Joseph Jefferson Award for Outstanding New Work "Bold and striking new work"-Chicago Tribune