A talented and experienced Black actress has been cast in Chaos in Belleville, an anti-lynching play set to open on Broadway. She's paid her dues throughout the years, playing stereotypical supporting roles in second-rate shows, and is ready for her star turn. Chaos in Belleville, written by a white playwright, might not be quite as enlightened a piece as she's been hoping for — but that doesn't mean it won't sell out. And selling out is the question at the heart of Alice Childress's comedy-drama. A cast of multigenerational Black actors rehearse under the purview of a white director and stage manager, and as the rehearsal process unfolds, theatre conventions and racial politics collide, resulting in a surprisingly funny yet deeply piercing look at the entertainment industry.
Written by Alice Childress
Directed by TBD
Presented by by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Playscripts. www.concordtheatricals.com
Performances April 2 - 24, 2027 - Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday, April 11, 2027, at 2pm.
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