Such an inventive, beautiful, and infinitely theatrical play. Charly Evon Simpson has built a glorious use of physical space, movement, and design elements into her script, while leaving room for each individual production team to put their mark on the piece. Simpson's language is straightforward and human while also immensely lyrical. The ending moments are cathartic and cautious and delicate--both giving folks a chance to appreciate the connections between these folks that have deepened throughout, while always reminding us of the external forces, oppressors, and circumstances that have and...
Such an inventive, beautiful, and infinitely theatrical play. Charly Evon Simpson has built a glorious use of physical space, movement, and design elements into her script, while leaving room for each individual production team to put their mark on the piece. Simpson's language is straightforward and human while also immensely lyrical. The ending moments are cathartic and cautious and delicate--both giving folks a chance to appreciate the connections between these folks that have deepened throughout, while always reminding us of the external forces, oppressors, and circumstances that have and will continue to stand in their ways.