For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy
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Synopsis
Six young Black men have come together in a form of group therapy, unearthing the experiences and emotional states that have led them to this moment. For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy is a “Black boy fantasia”, exploring the pressured placed on Black men that contribute to the emotional and mental trauma suffered by the community, which leads to the threat of additional Black suicides. Through exploring their hardships, the men find a way to love themselves, and one another, recognizing the King that is within. With themes of heartache, confusion, rage, desires, and joy, For Black Boys… is an incredible feature for a strong cast of six Black men who can tell joyful and brutal stories through poetic text, music, and movement.
Show Information
- Book
- Ryan Calais Cameron
- Category
- Play
- Age Guidance
- Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
- Number of Acts
- 2
- First Produced
- 2021
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Settings
- Contemporary, Unit/Single Set
- Time & Place
- England, Present Day
- Cast Size
- small
- Dancing
- Some Dance
- Licensor
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Ideal For
- All-Male Cast, College/University, Diverse Cast, Ensemble Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Small Cast, Star Vehicle Male, Includes Young Adult Characters
Context
Plot
Characters
| Name | Part Size | Gender | Vocal Part |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
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Lead |
Male |
Tenor, Baritone, Bass |
Songs
A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.
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Scenes
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Guide Written By:
Emma Houlahan
Canadian vocalist and actor now based in London.