The Willie Agee Playhouse presents Black Santa

The Willie Agee Playhouse presents a staged reading of

Black Santa

Written by Aaron Mays

Directed by Deanna Reed-Foster

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Join The Willie Agee Playhouse for a special event featuring a staged reading of the absurdist comedy play, Black Santa, by award-winning Chicago playwright, Aaron Mays!

Shortly before Christmas break, a third grader named Sharifa stands in front of her class and says, “Santa Claus is a Black man from Detroit,” sending the school into an uproar. To quell the storm, Patrice Patterson, the school’s only Black teacher, is asked to create an ad campaign to make Santa white again. As events unfold, Sharifa’s enrollment is placed in jeopardy, and Patrice must decide how to protect Sharifa and ultimately herself.

This show examines how race and racial prejudice can have a foothold on one of the most benign figures—Santa Claus. This play was one of four finalists to receive its world premiere at the 2024 Obsidian Theatre Festival. It is a wonderful new play that you won’t want to miss! Featuring: Shamyl Sandoval, Emily Adams, Ellis Williams, Ronnie Alvarez, Will McFadden, Natalia Castellanos, Ayanna Lockett. This fabulous cast brings this funny debate to life!

This event will take place at The Willie Agee Playhouse, providing a cozy festive setting for the performance. Get ready to be entertained and inspired by this unique holiday story. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience! Holiday refreshments will be served!