BREACH OF PEACE: STORIES OF THE FREEDOM RIDERS OF 1961 - Mike Wiley Productions

Breach of Peace brings to life the stories of the Freedom Riders of 1961: This solo-play by Mike Wiley is a living monument to those remarkable young men and women of various races, religions and backgrounds. 

Based on true accounts of surviving participants of the Freedom Riders and others involved in the early struggle for African-American equality, Mike Wiley powerfully brings to life the stories of those who rose to face the dangers of fighting for just and equal treatment for all. 

Weaving in live music — with an evocative vocalist and guitarist — and multi-media featuring historic visuals, Mike Wiley expertly embodies a host of individuals from the pages of history, creating an immersive, exceptional experience that audiences carry with them. 

“More than mere versatlity—it’s virtuosity.” — American Theatre Magazine

“We were rapt from the very first word….Wiley is a marvel to watch as the characters he portrays appear and disappear before us.” — Triangle Theatre Review 

Mike Wiley is an acclaimed actor, playwright, and director, recognized for his innovative and impactful contributions to documentary solo theatre. Wiley’s impressive one-man “casts” sometimes introduce dozens of characters during the performance of a single play. Morphing between characters of multiple races, young to old, man to woman, \Mike Wiley is a visionary artist and communicator of pivotal moments in African-American history.