Red for Revolution
Learn more at RedForRevolution.com
Radiotopia Presents: Red for Revolution is an audio drama centering intergenerational stories of Black women, queer love, and liberation. We meet Jazmine, an 18-year-old grappling with her queer identity, first crush, and the delicate task of mending her relationship with her homophobic mother. As Jazmine seeks solace and guidance from her grandmother, we are transported back to 1971, to follow the passionate love affair between jazz singer Lorraine Giovanni and activist Ella Ali. Two remarkable women from vastly different backgrounds, with opposing political views and living oceans apart, embark on a romance that defies all conventions.
listen to the trailer
Lead Cast:
Jordan Hull as Jazmine
S. Epatha Merkerson as Ella Ali (Present-Day)
Loretta Devine as Lorraine Giovanni (Present-Day)
Rutina Wesley as Ella Ali (1970s)
Renée Wilson as Lorraine Giovanni (1970s)
Adrienne Maree Brown as Series Sonic Guide
Supporting Cast:
Don Daniels as Sean
Jennifer Beals as Suzanne Sands
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor as Delores Ali
Danny Glover as Howard Ali
Alimi Ballard as LeRoy
Caro Guzmán as Adrienne and Kathy
Ensemble Cast:
Vanessa E. Williams as Barbara Graves
Miles Agee as Announcer, Black Dreams Producer, Vincent, and Preacher
Mark Thompson as Black Dreams Host and William Davis
Will Kachi as Rally Volunteer
Ashley J. Hobbs as Ruby and Airline Announcer
JoNell Kennedy as Radio Reporter
Krystel Roche as Roseline
David Alan Graf as Dean McKenna and Pilot
Xavier Miles Temple as Robber and Nightclub Runner
Christine Angelique as Paris Music Festival Announcer
Mathew Quitney as Reporter and Stage Manager
Mal'akiy Rhoden as Joe and Miles
Band:
Tammy Hall on Piano
Kofy Brown on Electric Bass
Ruthie Price on Drums
Ruth Davies on Acoustic Bass
Vickie Randle on Percussion
Kristen Strom on Saxophone and Flute
more independent podcasts from Radiotopia
