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Powerful dramatic bestseller by August Wilson.
Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play.
Pulitzer Prize-winning work on race in America.
Explores themes of identity and societal pressures.
Set during the Civil Rights Movement era.
Features complex characters and rich storytelling.
Now an acclaimed Academy Award-winning film.
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Classic play by Arthur Miller
Explores the American Dream's pitfalls
Centers around Willy Loman's struggles
Delves into family dynamics and relationships
Highlights themes of identity and societal expectations
Tragic conclusion impacts his loved ones
Essential reading for understanding modern drama
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34 unique portraits of stunning black women.
One-sided pages prevent bleedthrough for vibrant coloring.
Generous 8.5 x 11 inches size for easy handling.
Encourages creativity and relaxation through coloring.
Celebrate diversity and strength of black beauty.
Perfect gift for art lovers and enthusiasts.
Therapeutic experience promoting mindfulness and self-expression.
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52 stunning portraits of Black women Large 8.5 x 8.5-inch format Perfect for shading beautiful skin tones Ideal for colored pencils and markers Additional sheet recommended for alcohol markers Provides relaxation and creative fun Great for teens and adults alike
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Winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Critique of American class attitudes and aspirations.
Set in economically struggling Reading, Pennsylvania.
Explores factory workers' struggles and challenges.
Based on extensive research and interviews.
Lynn Nottage is a two-time Pulitzer winner.
Highlights themes of fraternity, violence, and suspicion.
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Powerful drama about an African American family.
Set in 1950s Chicago, exploring racial issues.
Focuses on dreams shaped by a life insurance payout.
Mama's dream: buying a house for the family.
Walter Lee seeks financial freedom through a business.
Benetta aspires to attend medical school.
Ruth prioritizes family stability amidst challenges.
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Powerful exploration of the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
Features diverse voices from the city's turmoil.
Based on interviews with over two hundred individuals.
Addresses critical issues of race and class.
Renowned as a documentary theater masterpiece.
Provokes thought on policing and societal impact.
Essential reading for understanding contemporary social issues.
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Powerful drama by acclaimed playwright August Wilson.
Winner of Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize.
Explores race and identity in 1950s America.
Features the struggles of Troy Maxson.
Set against the backdrop of Civil Rights Movement.
Adapted into an award-winning film by Denzel Washington.
A modern classic that resonates with contemporary themes.
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Now a Netflix film starring Samuel L. Jackson!
Winner of New York Drama Critics Circle Award.
Explores family legacy and slavery in America.
A haunting, dramatic work by August Wilson.
Features the Charles family's prized upright piano.
Berniece clings to history; Boy Willie seeks future.
Highlights the struggle for identity and opportunity.
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2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner.
Innovative reimagining of Shakespeare's classic.
Set at a Southern family barbecue.
Explores themes of identity and trauma.
Features a young, queer Black protagonist.
Visitation from father's ghost prompts revenge.
Winner of 2024 Lambda Literary Award.
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100 unique portraits of Black women Large 8.5 x 8.5-inch format 60 large images for creative expression 40 smaller images for variety Ideal for shading skin tones Perfect for colored pencils and markers Recommended sheet to prevent bleed-through
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Perfectly sized for on-the-go journaling.
110 lined pages for notes and thoughts.
Compact 6 in. by 9 in. design.
Premium matte finish for a stylish look.
Great gift for DST sisters and alumnae.
Ideal for goal setting and journaling.
High-quality bright white paper stock.
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Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Suzan-Lori Parks.
Explores brotherly love and family identity themes.
Features Lincoln and Booth’s intense sibling rivalry.
Darkly comic narrative with historical undertones.
Reflects on the impact of past on present.
Rich character development and emotional depth.
Ideal for theater enthusiasts and literature lovers.
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Winner of the 2009 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Set in a war-torn Congo bar and brothel.
Features strong female characters facing brutal realities.
Explores themes of survival and resilience in adversity.
Combines humor and song with serious social issues.
Inspired by real interviews with Congolese refugees.
Rich theatrical tradition reminiscent of Brecht's work.
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Includes revised Broadway version of Appropriate.
Winner of three 2024 Tony Awards.
Features two provocative plays by a young writer.
Explores strained familial dynamics and socio-political realities.
An Octoroon investigates theatre and identity audaciously.
Includes the short play about Asian representation.
A compelling addition to modern theatrical literature.
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Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Jackie Sibblies Drury.
Explores family dynamics and cultural tensions.
Intricate storytelling with surprising twists.
Reflects deep-seated racial paradigms in America.
Engaging themes that resonate with contemporary audiences.
Powerful live theater experience that captivates viewers.
Critically acclaimed for its thought-provoking narrative.
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Winner of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Reimagines Shakespeare's classic in a unique setting.
Set during a family barbecue in the South.
Explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
Features a queer, young Black protagonist named Juicy.
Addresses trauma and toxic masculinity in families.
Winner of the 2024 Lambda Literary Award.
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Classic play by Ntozake Shange.
Explores Black women's experiences and struggles.
Award-winning, influential work since 1975.
New introductions by Jesmyn Ward and Camille A. Brown.
Includes an additional poem not in original.
Resonates with beauty and fierce messages.
Timeless drama for generations to enjoy.
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Compelling portrayal of Martin Luther King Jr.
Explores themes of hope and social change.
Dramatic narrative with historical significance.
Features a foreword by Michael Eric Dyson.
Introduction by Faedra Chatard Carpenter included.
Highlights human resilience against inevitable death.
Modern Classics edition for contemporary readers.
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First collection by playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney.
Richly drawn characters with colloquial poetry.
Explores themes of kinship, love, and heartache.
Set in Louisiana, inspired by West African myths.
Includes three acclaimed plays: In the Red and Brown Water.
Realizes theater's potential to elevate the ordinary.
Produced internationally at notable theaters and festivals.
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Explores race, gender, culture, and history.
Showcases tender human desires with humor.
Companion pieces spanning 100 years of stories.
Features Esther, a seamstress in 1905 New York.
Undine, a modern PR-diva with a turbulent journey.
Acclaimed by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwrights.
Multiple productions scheduled nationwide.
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50+ unique illustrations of black girls.
Celebrate diverse hairstyles and cultural beauty.
Large print size: 8.5"x 11" for easy coloring.
Glossy cover for a vibrant look.
100 pages for hours of creative fun.
Perfect gift for young creative minds.
Encourages self-expression and artistic exploration.
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Collection of plays and essays by Suzan-Lori Parks.
Explores American cultural myths and stereotypes.
Inventive theatrical language, merging humor and depth.
Includes acclaimed plays like The America Play.
Features thought-provoking essays on Black representation.
Recognized for its passionate and innovative storytelling.
A must-read for theater enthusiasts and scholars.
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Explores Detroit's sociopolitical history through three plays.
Features provocative dramas: Paradise Blue, Detroit ’67, Skeleton Crew.
Addresses race, policing, labor, and recession issues.
Highlights property ownership and gentrification challenges.
Complex characters reflect community hopes and struggles.
Empathetic storytelling rooted in Detroit’s rich culture.
Captures the soul of Detroit, past and present.
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Powerful play by August Wilson.
Winner of Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize.
Explores race and identity in America.
Set in the transformative 1950s and 1960s.
Features Troy Maxson's struggles and resilience.
Academy Award-winning film adaptation available.
Starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis.
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Explores race and identity in America.
Draws parallels with Shakespeare's Othello.
Offers introspective and powerful insights.
Challenges who gets to create art.
Features an introduction by Professor Kim F. Hall.
Celebrated run off-Broadway in 2019.
Captivates audiences with emotional depth.
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Dynamic drama set in Detroit's Blackbottom neighborhood.
Explores themes of dreams and personal struggles.
Follows gifted trumpeter Blue's life-changing decisions.
Highlights the impact of the past on the future.
Features a captivating bebop band and their journey.
Mysterious woman alters the lives of characters.
Infused with music and cultural significance throughout.
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Comprehensive collection of August Wilson's plays.
Explores African American experiences throughout the twentieth century.
Set primarily in Pittsburgh's Hill District.
Includes all ten plays in the Century Cycle.
Highlights themes of culture, identity, and resilience.
Demonstrates the pursuit of the American Dream.
Celebrated for its rich character development and storytelling.
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Collection of Lynn Nottage's acclaimed plays.
Features "Crumbs from the Table of Joy."
Includes works like "Mud, River, Stone" and "Poof."
Explores themes of race and identity.
Award-winning playwright based in Brooklyn, New York.
Produced in major theaters across the U.S.
Thought-provoking and engaging narratives for audiences.
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