'Holler If Ya Hear Me' lead Saul Williams says Broadway needs hip-hop

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Since his death in 1996, Tupac Shakur has been the subject of documentaries, films and even some college courses.

“Holler If Ya Hear Me” is a new Broadway play inspired by the late rapper’s music and lyrics.

TheGrio | Cast revealed for Broadway show inspired by Tupac songs

Veteran actor and poet Saul Williams was selected as the play’s lead. He told theGrio.com “Holler If Ya Hear Me” is a production he was prepared for because of his extensive background in the theater and hip-hop spaces.

“It’s the culmination of everything I’ve worked for,”Williams said about his part in the 2Pac-inspired production. “It’s timely.”

Previews begin on June 2nd.

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