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Unveiling Secrets and Ambitions: An Artistic Journey with The Black Rep

Get ready for a season of drama, laughter, and profound cultural introspection with The Black Rep's latest slate of performances. From the hilariously candid 'Chicken & Biscuits' to the nostalgic camaraderie of 'Coconut Cake,' the heroic tale of 'The Wash,' and the politically charged narrative of 'Radio Golf,' each play offers a unique perspective on the Black experience. Presented in the vibrant city of St. Louis, these performances promise to captivate and inspire audiences with stories of family, community, and social justice.

Nov 29, 2024

1. Chicken & Biscuits

Nothing is sacred in this laugh-out-loud comedy as rival sisters Beverly and Baneatta bring the drama to their father's funeral... God rest his soul. But the side eyes aren't just for each other. Beverly tries to keep a lid on her daughter's curiosity while Baneatta has some attitude for her son and his Jewish boyfriend. In the middle of it all-a shocking family secret is revealed. Get ready to gasp and clutch your pearls.

8 - 26 Jan, 2025

The Black Rep

St. Louis, MO · Washington University in St. Louis

2. Coconut Cake

Eddie, Lee seeks companionship with his friends at the local McDonald's, swapping stories for advice over coffee and games of chess. But what happens when a mysterious woman comes to town, offering visitors a tantalizing coconut cake along with another big secret? Life takes an interesting turn for all of them.

Feb 5 - Mar 2, 2025

The Black Rep

St. Louis, MO · Washington University in St. Louis

3. The Wash

Ordinary women become working class heroes in this true story of the Atlanta 1881 Washerwomen Strike, America's first successful interracial organized labor strike. Tired of being overworked and underpaid, Black laundresses stage a strike just weeks before the International Cotton Expedition comes to town. The story gives us an intimate and often humorous peek at the women who fought for their rights and won.

12 - 30 Mar, 2025

The Black Rep

St. Louis, MO · Center of Creative Arts

4. Radio Golf

The story of a real estate entrepreneur who is determined to become Pittsburgh's first black mayor, Radio Golf is August Wilson's 10th and final play in his American Century Cycle, covering 100 years of the Black experience in America. It is also the final work before Wilson's death in 2005. Set in the Hill District in the 1990s, Harmond and his business partner Roosevelt are golf enthusiasts with big plans for the neighborhood, and their futures. But at what risk?

May 14 - Jun 1, 2025

The Black Rep

St. Louis, MO · Washington University in St. Louis

Conclusion

The Black Rep's 2025 season promises to be an unforgettable exploration of family, friendship, and social justice. With a diverse range of narratives, from the comedic to the historical, these performances invite audiences to laugh, reflect, and engage with the stories that shape our world. Whether you're drawn to the humor of 'Chicken & Biscuits,' the warmth of 'Coconut Cake,' the bravery of 'The Wash,' or the political intrigue of 'Radio Golf,' each play offers a unique lens on the complexities of life. Don't miss the chance to experience these captivating stories in the heart of St. Louis.

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