The Hands of Banneker

by Malique Guinn

A young, charismatic, and curious Benjamin Banneker navigates grief, vices, and love when he is left with the responsibility of taking care of the family farm. However, when he decides to pursue a new vision that will change America forever, he is forced to deal with a new kind of warfare, beyond what he, or any of his family has faced before.

A young, charismatic, and curious Benjamin Banneker navigates grief, vices, and love when he is left with the responsibility of taking care of the family farm. However, when he decides to pursue a new vision that will change America forever, he is forced to deal with a new kind of warfare, beyond what he, or any of his family has faced before.

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  • Adam Hunter Howard: The Hands of Banneker

    The clock is ticking. Benjamin Banneker may sadly be an overlooked name in our history, but through Guinn's writing, the genius inventor gets the respect and tribute that he deserves. Weaving beautiful language and imagery, a constant reminder of time, both past, present, and future, and a lovely balance between the epic and intimate, Guinn guides us on an important historical journey. A true celebration of African-American history, and a reintroduction that won't soon be forgotten.

    The clock is ticking. Benjamin Banneker may sadly be an overlooked name in our history, but through Guinn's writing, the genius inventor gets the respect and tribute that he deserves. Weaving beautiful language and imagery, a constant reminder of time, both past, present, and future, and a lovely balance between the epic and intimate, Guinn guides us on an important historical journey. A true celebration of African-American history, and a reintroduction that won't soon be forgotten.

  • Robert Axelrod: The Hands of Banneker

    Blending history, science, math, and poetry into a theatrical piece is only the tip of the iceberg of the brilliance of Malique Guinn's writing. The emotional depth and resonance of this play, coupled with its very fresh and contemporary feel, bring new life to an often-forgotten piece of history. The musicality and rhythm inherent in this piece make it such a uniquely captivating piece of theatre. This play is a vibrant piece of theatre you won't want to miss!

    Blending history, science, math, and poetry into a theatrical piece is only the tip of the iceberg of the brilliance of Malique Guinn's writing. The emotional depth and resonance of this play, coupled with its very fresh and contemporary feel, bring new life to an often-forgotten piece of history. The musicality and rhythm inherent in this piece make it such a uniquely captivating piece of theatre. This play is a vibrant piece of theatre you won't want to miss!

  • Rachel Borders: The Hands of Banneker

    Malique's writing is pure luscious poetry! There are lines from this piece that will haunt me forever. It's lyrical and thought-provoking. Watching Malique develop this play was a joy.

    Malique's writing is pure luscious poetry! There are lines from this piece that will haunt me forever. It's lyrical and thought-provoking. Watching Malique develop this play was a joy.

Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization The Road Theatre Company, Under Construction 5, Year 2025