I saw two readings of this play at the 2023 National Playwrights Conference, and the best word I can think of to describe it is alchemical—to experience a.k. payne’s writing is to hear what happens when language itself is melted down and recast. A full production is a must, but it’s also not enough—I’d like a recording on vinyl so I can close my eyes and listen to what can only be called poetry.

Deeply moving piece with stunning heightened language. A meditation on freedom for Black women of all walks of life, which is a near impossible task but I gotta say this comes pretty close to pulling it off.

I don't know how to even begin to describe this beautiful play, but it left me bereft. a.k is a remarkably gifted poet and storyteller. This is an unbelievably powerful play, and I'm excited to see it in production.