Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York Presents Juneteenth Reading of “Camp Logan”

ALBANY — Commemorating the events of Juneteenth, Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York (BTTUNY) will present a virtual reading of Celeste Bedford Walker’s searing historical drama, CAMP LOGAN. 

The play chronicles the story of six Black U.S. soldiers and the incidents leading to the tragic 1917 racially charged riot in Houston, Texas that left dozens dead or wounded in the streets. In the aftermath of what was deemed a mutiny by the military courts martial, 19 Black soldiers were executed by hanging and 47 were sentenced to life in prison without parole. The reading will air beginning 5 p.m. June 19 and remain available for streaming through June 22. 

CAMP LOGAN playwright, Celeste Bedford Walker, has written more than 40 plays and has been recognized by the U.S. Congress for her historical contribution as a producer and author of works that bring to light lost stories of African American history. 

The reading will air on all of  theREP’s Streaming Platforms – Proctors Collaborative YouTube channel, on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku – search and download the Collaborative Studios app or through the Open Stage Media On-Demand Channel. The reading is free, but there is a suggested donation of $15.  All proceeds go directly to the work of Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York, a not-for-profit organization.

For more information, contact the Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY by calling 518-833-2621 or emailing BTTUNY518@gmail.com.