About us > Past productions > 2003/04 > Yellowman
Yellowman
by dael orlandersmith
directed by les waters
main season | thrust stage
january 23–march 14, 2004
Running time: 1 hour and 40 minutes, no intermission
Nominated for a Pulitzer Prize in 2002, Yellowman is an edgy and provocative exploration of racism within the Black community. Alma, a dark-skinned African-American woman, and her childhood friend Eugene, a light-skinned African-American man, have been life-long friends—yet when their friendship turns to love, the different colors of their skin raise obstacles that become insurmountable. Orlandersmith’s language is lyrical and explosive, exposing both harsh realities and tender yearnings. Though Orlandersmith focuses her laser-like attention on this internalized prejudice, the play also explores how easily we become what we most dislike about our parents, and the pain that arises when our bodies do not match our desires.
Presented in association with Lorraine Hansberry Theatre.
