Swirl

by Agyeiwaa Asante

Jade and Charlie, an interracial couple, decide to go out for dinner with Charlie's opinionated roommate Sean. But an unexpected guest makes a simple meal into a complex conversation on race, relationships and politics amongst demographics that are rarely discussed in relation to each other, What is the conversation between Black Americans and Asian- Americans navigating through white America.

Jade and Charlie, an interracial couple, decide to go out for dinner with Charlie's opinionated roommate Sean. But an unexpected guest makes a simple meal into a complex conversation on race, relationships and politics amongst demographics that are rarely discussed in relation to each other, What is the conversation between Black Americans and Asian- Americans navigating through white America.

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  • Daniel Repp: Swirl by Agyeiwaa Asante
    “

    Every character is so distinct, and Asante weaves them together in a gripping web spun from their expectations and resentments of each other. Hilarious and uncomfortable all at once!

    Every character is so distinct, and Asante weaves them together in a gripping web spun from their expectations and resentments of each other. Hilarious and uncomfortable all at once!

    ”
  • Nick Malakhow: Swirl by Agyeiwaa Asante
    “

    An intersectionally rich intimate comedy that elevates the world of small, character-driven relationship stories by fully mining and exploring the varied identities of its characters. I enjoyed seeing all of the different "constellations" of characters interacting throughout; these interactions always steered things in unexpected ways. Funny and truthful. I'd be interested in seeing this staged and hope to follow its development trajectory.

    An intersectionally rich intimate comedy that elevates the world of small, character-driven relationship stories by fully mining and exploring the varied identities of its characters. I enjoyed seeing all of the different "constellations" of characters interacting throughout; these interactions always steered things in unexpected ways. Funny and truthful. I'd be interested in seeing this staged and hope to follow its development trajectory.

    ”
  • Shaun Leisher: Swirl by Agyeiwaa Asante
    “

    A classic comedy of manners that addresses modern day issues of dating and race in such an insightful way.

    A classic comedy of manners that addresses modern day issues of dating and race in such an insightful way.

    ”
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Development History

Production History

  • Fringe, Watermelon One-Act Festival, 2019
  • University, University of Maryland's Second Season, 2017

Awards

  • Best Production
    Watermelon One-Act Festival
    2019