AUGUST 26 — SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

DUTCHMAN/TRANSit

2 PLAYS. 1 RIDE.

Dutchman by: Amiri Baraka
Dutchman Directed by: Chuck Smith
TRANSit by: Darren Canady
TRANSit Directed by: Lisa Portes

Experience two powerful plays in one event. See Dutchman—one of the most important plays in 20th-century culture to take on race relations. Then inspired by Baraka’s pivotal work, watch the world-premiere commission TRANSit, about an encounter between two strangers that reveals more than planned when an explosive mix of identity, sex, and betrayal is unleashed. Featuring Ensemble member Manny Buckley.

Award-winning playwright Darren Canady was commissioned to write a present-day response to Baraka’s call. To modernize Baraka’s binary-piece, Canady focused on intersectionality of race, class, sexuality, gender, and location.  TRANSit was inspired by real events and developed over three years.  The playwright, actors, and producer worked with transgender consultants throughout the development of the project.

To learn more about Dutchman / TRANSit, read our Backstage Guide.

• Duration: Runs 2 hours with one intermission.
• Location: Greenhouse Theater Center at     2257 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago
• Ticket Price: $19-$49
• Recommended for ages 14 yrs +;
• Adult language & themes, and violence.
• Town Halls: We offer free post-show events on Sundays and other events. Learn more.