BY YORK WALKER
DIRECTED BY MALKIA STAMPLEY
Covenant
May 2 - May 31, 2026 in Goodman's Owen Theatre
“Everybody got a secret.”
Expect one devilish twist after another in Covenant, a mythic and suspenseful new play hailed as “blackout-and-blood-curdling-scream deliciousness” (New York Magazine), “undeniably spooky (and) absolutely enjoyable” (TheaterMania). He left the small Georgia town a struggling guitarist—and returned a blues star. As rumors of a darker deal abound, it becomes clear that he’s not the only one with a secret…or seeking salvation. This “striking Southern gothic work” (New York Times) explores the power of belief and the thin line between rumor and truth.
COVENANT contains mature content including depictions and discussions of violence, sex and sexuality, strong language, and alcohol use. This production includes strobe lights, the sound of gunfire and sudden loud noises.
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Accessible & Enhanced Performances
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American Sign Language-Interpreted Performance
Friday, May 22 at 7:30pm
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Touch Tour and Audio-Described Performance
Saturday, May 23
12:30pm Touch Tour & 2:00pm Performance
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Spanish Subtitles Performance
Saturday, May 23 at 7:30pm
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Open-Captioned Performance
Sunday, May 24 at 2:00pm
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