Beneath a Dark Sky is a touching memory play of African-American life in rural southeast Texas. Willamena has an enduring relationship with an otherwise ostracized grandfather, all the while struggling to come of age with a transient father of her own. Not so much a play in the traditional sense, “Beneath A Dark Sky” is storytelling in it’s most ancient and powerful form. We are invited into the world of Willamena Levy, where we share the events which shape her world and perceptions.
Playwright: Shepsu Aakhu
World Premiere: 1998 , Originally produced by MPAACT, Chicago Illinois.
Place: Rural southeast Texas. Two settings minimally suggested: Front porch and yard, fishing pond.
Time: 1970-1998
A full length drama (1 act / 90minutes)
2M/2 F A roles may be divided, expanding cast size to 2M/2F
$12/script
$75/performance