Day Dream: A Radio Drama: Recent Episodes
HUEMANATI ARTIST COLLECTIVE
Day Dream is an audio drama inspired by the life of jazz artist and composer Billy Strayhorn. It contrasts Billy’s journey, looking back on his life during a radio interview, with the journey of Andre, an aspiring jazz vocalist struggling to find his voice in today’s world.Day Dream is set in two time periods: Billy in 1965, and Andre in modern day. The 1965 time period looks at the musical genius, whom world renowned artist Duke Ellington called his “writing and arranging companion”, and the struggle to receive credit for many of his works. The modern day period explores a young man discovering his connection and understanding to music through the legacy of Billy Strayhorn.
In the Final Episode, Billy gets a surprise invitation, while Andre competes in the competition.
In this episode, Billy has a major conversation with Duke, while Andre finds out some Bittersweet news.
After a major confrontation with Duke, Billy goes to Aaron in Paris. Will France turn out to be a haven for Billy?
Duke gets commissioned to compose music for Beggar's Holiday and enlists the help of Billy. Will Billy finally receive the recognition he deserves?
In this episode, Billy and Lena bond, while Andre works on the requirements of the Strayhorn Competition...
In this episode, Billy is forced to make a difficult decision, while Andre has a revelation...
In the first episode of Day Dream, we find Billy in a situation where he is charged to replace Duke Ellington's musical library. Will he rise to the challenge?