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The blacks, a clown show

Pages
96
Published
1960
Language
English

Synopsis

In a darkly satirical play, a group of Black actors performs a ritualistic reenactment of a white woman's murder for a court of white spectators. As the lines between performance and reality blur, the play dissects racial stereotypes, power dynamics, and the very nature of identity. This provocative work challenges audiences to confront uncomfortable truths about society and themselves.

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About the author

J
Jean Genet

French novelist, playwright, poet and political activist

Characters

All characters in The blacks, a clown show