Join us at REDCAT for the world premiere of "BBC Big Black Cockroach," a groundbreaking piece of experimental theater written and performed by the acclaimed Paul Outlaw. This riveting production is set to captivate audiences from June 20-22, with performances scheduled for Thursday to Saturday at 8:30 PM, and a special streaming event on Saturday at 8:30 PM PT.

"BBC Big Black Cockroach" is a nightmarish satire inspired by classical European mythology, American comic books, current events, and Franz Kafka’s "The Metamorphosis." The story unfolds as a right-wing American white woman awakens in the body of a Black man, exploring themes of historical violence, identity, and the near-future visions through a disorienting mix of innovative design elements. Projections and spatialized sound design, crafted entirely from recordings of Outlaw’s voice and movements, amplify the expanding identities within the protagonist. The production’s central image—a queer Black male body in stark isolation—serves as a vessel for America’s violent past, present, and future.

Please be advised, "BBC Big Black Cockroach" contains loud sounds, bright flashing lights, graphic descriptions of violence, and nudity, making it a powerful, thought-provoking experience not suitable for all audiences.

Tickets are priced at $27, with discounts available for REDCAT members, students, and the CalArts faculty and staff. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a bold and innovative exploration of xenophobia, black virility, and gender confusion that promises to leave you speechless and stunned.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the REDCAT website. Join the conversation in the REDCAT Lounge and be part of this unforgettable experience.

Paul Outlaw

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20 - 21 Jun, 2024

BBC Big Black Cockroach · Redcat - Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater

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