A reworking of Dion Boucicault's 19th century classic - both funny and chilling in dissecting sterotypes. Follows basic plot and characters of the original with a biting contemporary twist
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2014, Soho Rep, NYC
2015
Theatre Communications Group
9781559364904
Black and Indigenous actors don white face to play varoius roles. Lots of challenges for student actors. Would probably need to hire at least one professional. All the male roles are double and triple cast.
Black and Indigenous actors don white face to play varoius roles. Lots of challenges for student actors. Would probably need to hire at least one professional. All the male roles are double and triple cast.
Stylized
Four female panelists come together to debate whether women should disregard and leave religion behind, or continue to practice their spiritual practices. The play cracks open intersectionality to analyze the ways in which organized religion supports, or breaks down women's freedoms and rights. In conversations of religion and feminism, is it possible to live in a world where we as humans can respect each other's beliefs rather than try to win some sort of religious war?
TYA (14-18 recommended)
In two years, Danny and his mom have moved more often than most kids lose teeth. .. When Danny moves into a new basement apartment, the kids he meets seem to have way more problems than just being hungry. But Danny’s imagination creates a community that allows his friends to cope with their problems and ultimately to help Danny—because his crisis isn’t losing a home. It’s gaining one… -- Publisher
