MORGAN FREEMAN PRESENTS THE MAGIC NEGRO AND OTHER BLACKNESS
The New Movement 9/3/2015 10:00 PM Have you ever pondered the idea that Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham might be racially charged? And just whose uncle IS Uncle Ben? Well, maybe it’s time to take a closer look – a look narrated by none other than the iconic Morgan Freeman! (No, not really.) Using comedic sketches, improv, and character pieces, this one-man show from Mark Kendall examines the representation of black males in the media. From prison to white flight, Aunt Jemima, and even Black Jesus – we’ll explore some of the ways these images influence our views on race in everyday life. Word to your mother. But not the n-word. Or maybe. Who knows?!
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