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Theres something Delphic about those intentional almost-cliches.
When Dustin starts licking Garys big black boot, Gary comes.
IfSlave Playhas a muse, its probably Rihanna.
Nuh body touch me you nuh righteous the looming letters atop the wall read.
I think we should all take a little breather?
Lets meet back in the big house in 15?
They call it Antebellum Sexual Performance Therapy.
Im confused, says the usually quiet Phillip as Tea and Patricia lead a processing session.
So, like, are you saying that my um the reason I cant get it up …
The reason I dont come is because of just, like, racism?
Like so much ofSlave Play, the line is irresistibly funny, and also dead serious.
The bravery of the play, multiplied by the absolute fearlessness of its actors, makesusbraver, too.
It both analyzes us as people and sees us as persons.
is as sympathetic as it is sharply hilarious).
But its the one who yelled the safety word who has the furthest to go.
He and Parris have to shoulder the plays most intimate, most upsetting, and most revelatory moments.
Harris and OHara have created something thats provocative, certainly, but actually generous beneath its spiky surface.
You right, replies Gary, steely eyed.
And I cansaywhatever I want however I want!
Dustin nods: Guess those be the powers our races have bestowed us.
