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Jesse
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Alright, having read more of the play, I am becoming a little disheartened. The comparison of modern day racial tension with vignettes of days in slavery is a brilliant idea, but the comparison is so one to one, the themes, characters, and dialogue is becoming very heavy handed. There is little nuance to the final message Morisseau is rendering, so far. I wonder if this will be subverted.
— Nov 19, 2024 08:22AM
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Jesse
is on page 22 of 84
I was enjoying this play until one particular scene felt a little try-hard on the playwright’s part; a professor and student arguing about racial politics and prejudices to see who has it worse…? Not the most nuanced scene…
— Nov 18, 2024 05:27AM
Jesse
is on page 5 of 84
In a brilliant move, Dominique Morisseau has subverted the expectations of her own fans by presenting an opening monologue that is deeply funny and impactful. Though she has had humor in her other plays, she definitely set a whole new tone for this "satire" that is unfamiliar to those who love her work... and that is just the first five pages! I am excited for the rest.
— Nov 15, 2024 11:39AM
