THE NICETIES
by Eleanor burgess
What begins as a polite clash in perspectives, explodes into an urgent debate about race, history and power.
At an elite East Coast university, an ambitious young black student and her esteemed white professor meet to discuss a paper the college junior is writing about the American Revolution. They’re both liberal. They’re both women. They’re both brilliant. But very quickly, discussions of grammar and Google turn to race and reputation, and before they know it, they’re in dangerous territory neither of them had foreseen – and facing stunning implications that can’t be undone.
The Niceties originally premiered at the Huntington Theatre, Boston, before transferring to the Manhattan Theatre Club in New York City. The play is a compelling depiction of racial and generational divides as it asks who gets to tell the story of America, and how.
Directed by Michelle Matlock, The Niceties runs for ten performances only from May 31st-June 16th.
At an elite East Coast university, an ambitious young black student and her esteemed white professor meet to discuss a paper the college junior is writing about the American Revolution. They’re both liberal. They’re both women. They’re both brilliant. But very quickly, discussions of grammar and Google turn to race and reputation, and before they know it, they’re in dangerous territory neither of them had foreseen – and facing stunning implications that can’t be undone.
The Niceties originally premiered at the Huntington Theatre, Boston, before transferring to the Manhattan Theatre Club in New York City. The play is a compelling depiction of racial and generational divides as it asks who gets to tell the story of America, and how.
Directed by Michelle Matlock, The Niceties runs for ten performances only from May 31st-June 16th.
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Simply donate $86 or more before May 10th to receive the following exclusive benefits:
• Early access to become a Subscriber to our exciting 86th Season, which explores the theme of building community
• An invitation to hear about our 86th Season from our Managing Artistic Director, Joseph C. Walsh
• 10% off any Single Tickets to a show in our 86th Season
• 10% off select Education Programs
• 10% off Lakewood Playhouse merchandise
• A special quarterly newsletter for Circle 86 Members
• Invitations to exclusive behind the scenes member events, like attending a rehearsal or pre-show discussion on a play in the season
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