Mosaic Theater Company of DC is proud to announce the Young John Lewis Reflection Series, a season-long slate of community conversations, performances and special events leading up to and surrounding the DC premiere of Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest. Running March 26-May 3, 2026, Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest is a new musical celebrating the life and legacy of the late Congressman and Civil Rights leader. The Reflection Series extends the play’s themes into the community with events across all eight wards of Washington, DC, honoring Lewis’ commitment to “good trouble” while celebrating the city’s rich cultural, artistic and civic life.

A Nation at Peace with Itself: The Enduring Legacy of John Lewis

Wednesday, March 4 | 7:00-9:00 PM | Ward 6 | Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

It’s time to make some good trouble. Join us for a conversation honoring the legacy of former Congressman and Civil Rights icon, John Lewis, featuring John Lewis’s Longtime Director of Communications, Brenda Jones, Playwright,  Playwright Psalmayene 24, and Historian, George Derek Musgrove.

The Power of Knowing: John Lewis, Poetry & Hip-Hop

Wednesday, March 11 | 3:30-4:30 PM | Ward 5 | Woodridge Neighborhood Library

Carry On: Oratory Competition

Thursday, March 12, | 6:30 PM | Prince George’s County | Joe’s Movement Emporium

The Carry On: Oratory Competition honors the speeches of the Honorable John Lewis as students will use their voices to bring truth to power in a contemporary setting.

The Mosaic High School Playwriting Contest

March 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM | MLK Library

Mosaic uplifts the next generation of playwrights through its High School Playwriting Contest, providing mentorship, instruction and a professionally guided reading of the winning play with a director and working actors.

Artist Talkback with Psalmayene 24

March 28, 2026 | Ward 6 | Atlas Performing Arts Center

Curious about what went into the making of Young John Lewis? Playwright Psalmayene 24 will share insights into the process behind the production and his artistic practice following a performance of the musical.

See the complete series schedule on the play's website (scroll down)