The 15th Annual
Out On the Edge Queer Theater Festival
STAGED READINGS: Plays at Work! Guest Dramaturg Robbie McCauley!
October 14 & 15
Calderwood Pavillion, Hall A at the BCA:
527 Tremont Street
Stop by the box office for your complimentary ticket.
Tickets available on day of the show.
General Admission. ($10 suggessted donation)
"Chocolate Cocoa on a Winter Night"
Written by Darius Omar Williams
Directed by Robbie McCauley
Saturday @4pm, Sunday @3pm
Finally a play that addresses the experience of black gay men! Chocolate Cocoa is a drama that explores the kaleidoscope of characters and relationships in the contemporary black community, from the music industry to academia. The play charts the tumultuous relationship of a black poet and his partner, torn between fidelity and deep-seated feelings for his childhood friend and current boss. Don’t miss this fresh and surprisingly funny look at black gay culture!
"Shackles and Sugar" Written and Directed by Letta Neely
Saturday @8pm, Sunday@12noon
A depiction of the love between two Black women, both field hands on a plantation, as they live their lives branded as slaves. How far will they go to get freedom and all kinds of it? Fast forward to present day. How does the 150-year-old story of these women echo in the life of a modern-day Black businesswoman? Letta Neely is a New England area activist and award-winning poet and playwright.