In directing this play, I am exploring how actors exhibit the direct effects of telling the story of how racism challenges interpersonal and professional relationships. Treachery, risk and a Black Woman's importance all play a part in maneuvering their respective time periods.
Two different time periods in two different institutions, Academia and Plantation Slavery. Sandra and Sara have similar desires, challenges, and strengths. I want to examine how these two Black Women navigate and exist in their respective institutions. This play relies on storytelling through the use of actors first and foremost. The lights, props, costume and set will be additional tools to help tell the story but how the story lives in the bodies of the actors will be priority and essential.
Maxine Waters said it best: “I am reclaiming my time!” The strength of a Black woman and how it is challenged by the outside institutions and distractions that cause her to sometimes doubt herself. Even though the system tries to diminish her power she has to rightfully reclaim her power.
