How to dance like one of Ann Lee’s Shakers

The Testament of Ann Lee choreographer Celia Rowlson-Hall walks us through six key movements and her hardest day on set.
Religion Unplugged

America’s First Religious Outsiders: What A New Film Says About The Shakers

Many characteristics of Shaker life and belief set them apart from other Protestants, but their name derives from one of the ...
Yahoo

‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ First Look: Amanda Seyfried Sings in Historical Shaker Movement Religious Fable

Amanda Seyfried is back on the musical theater kick, and this time, she’s putting the Shake(r) in her dance routine for the big screen. The actress leads Mona Fastvold‘s “The Testament of Ann Lee,” ...
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A haunting portrait of the woman who founded the Shakers

Ann Lee, the founding leader of the Shaker movement, was proclaimed the female Christ by her followers. The film depicts her ...
Los Angeles Times

Making a bold musical about the Shakers? Daniel Blumberg’s songs brought the world in tune

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Director Mona Fastvold’s adventurous musical “The Testament of Ann Lee” turns every sound into a part of the score ...