TJ LOVES SALLY 4EVER

by James Ijames

TJ is a University Dean. He’s in love with Sally. Sally does not love TJ. Sally is a student. This will not be easy. There’s a marching band, several step shows and the dismantling of the legacies that keep us tied down.

In short: Imagine if Thomas Jefferson was a University Dean and Sally Hemings was his work-study student. Isuncomfortable.

TJ is a University Dean. He’s in love with Sally. Sally does not love TJ. Sally is a student. This will not be easy. There’s a marching band, several step shows and the dismantling of the legacies that keep us tied down.

In short: Imagine if Thomas Jefferson was a University Dean and Sally Hemings was his work-study student. Isuncomfortable.

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  • Shaun Leisher: TJ LOVES SALLY 4EVER by James Ijames
    “

    A fantastic play that looks at racism in higher education. Such a moving ending.

    A fantastic play that looks at racism in higher education. Such a moving ending.

    ”
  • Jordan Flores Schwartz: TJ LOVES SALLY 4EVER by James Ijames
    “

    Love at first read! Past, present, and future come together symphonically in this sharp look at power and race. This is a fantastic piece for engaging your audiences in tough conversations and empowering your artists of color.

    Love at first read! Past, present, and future come together symphonically in this sharp look at power and race. This is a fantastic piece for engaging your audiences in tough conversations and empowering your artists of color.

    ”
  • Nick Malakhow: TJ LOVES SALLY 4EVER by James Ijames
    “

    A singular experience! This world is a mixture of heightened language, movement, a human, nuanced heart, and bold visual metaphors that are direct and potent. Sally's direct address throughout reminds us to carefully to re-examine norms and structures we've come to accept for what they truly are. Ijames explores structural racism, the legacy and impact of generational trauma, and the multi-pronged journey forward to dismantling these enduring, systemic problems. The piece ranges from hilarious to chilling (different versions of white supremacy on display in TJ and a theatricalized, all-too...

    A singular experience! This world is a mixture of heightened language, movement, a human, nuanced heart, and bold visual metaphors that are direct and potent. Sally's direct address throughout reminds us to carefully to re-examine norms and structures we've come to accept for what they truly are. Ijames explores structural racism, the legacy and impact of generational trauma, and the multi-pronged journey forward to dismantling these enduring, systemic problems. The piece ranges from hilarious to chilling (different versions of white supremacy on display in TJ and a theatricalized, all-too-familiar supremacist mob) to hopeful (the ambiguous, uncertain ending). Amazing!

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Character Information

The marching band need not be a real marching band but it must feel and sound like one. The aural experience is paramount.
  • Sally
    College student. Hella smart.
    college age
    African American/Black
    Female
  • TJ
    Dean of students. Also smart. A problem
    40's
    White
    Male
  • Annette
    Sally’s friend. She’s pre-med. She don’t have time for this.
    College age
    African American/Black
    Female
  • Pam
    Sally’s other friend. She’s pre-law. She is better than you.
    College age
    African American/Black
    Female
  • Harold
    Sally’s classmate.
    College age
    African American/Black
  • Marching Band/Riot
    A marching band. Huge. Electric.

    They can also be a mob. A riot.
    Ageless
    Any