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Denée Benton photographed by Christian Hogstedt for SBJCT Journal (2016)

Congratulations to Lynn Nottage for winning the Pulitzer Prize for her play, "Sweat," which is currently on Broadway (I knew I should've seen this play when it was off-Broadway at the Public Theatre, 😩). This is Nottage's second Pulitzer, as she won the prize in 2009 for her play "Ruined." "Sweat" tells the story of the residents from Reading, PA, who work at the local steel plant that is on the brink of closure because, capitalism. The play tackles issues like racism, unemployment and the American dream deferred, and although it is set in the year 2008, the story could've easily taken place today in Trump's America. While America has never been great, watching this play is a step in the right direction to understanding the real struggles of those Americans who Trump (and countless politicians/businessmen before him) shamelessly tramples on in his quest for power. For more information and to get tickets to see the play, head to www.sweatbroadway.com #LynnNottage #pulitzerprizewinner #pulitzerprizefordrama #SweatBroadway #blackgirlmagic #broadwayblack #blackonbroadway #blackplaywrights

The stellar cast of August Wilson's "Jitney" and director Ruben Santiago-Hudson discussing their roles, processes and connection to this play, which will debut on Broadway December 28. This highly-anticipated production is only scheduled to run until March 12, 2017. I suggest y'all get your tickets quickly because once it hits, I have no doubt it will sell out! Buy tickets at the Samuel J. Friedman box office (261 W. 47th Street), call 212.947.8844, or online at www.JitneyBroadway.com. Use the code AUGUST for discount prices offered by @walktallgirl. #Jitney #AugustWilson #BlackBrilliance #Broadway #BlackOnBroadway #TheaterGeek #ArtIsAWeapon #Theater #Drama #BlackCulture #TraScapades (at Manhattan Theatre Club)