playwriting

IN DEVELOPMENT

GOOD HAIR

Good Hair follows three women through three different time periods, exploring the science of Black hair. Florence is a high schooler in 2017 whose hair is being questioned for its ‘professionalism’, Sarah Breedlove is on the cusp of a major discovery that can change Black women’s lives forever at the turn of the 20th century, and Eliza is a slave to the wealthy family who craves mobility from her current station. Ultimately, they each question themselves asking the question: does the cost of perceived beauty outweigh the proof of science? 

Recipient of the EST/Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Science & Technology Project Grant
Development with Pipeline Theater Company’s PlayLab

DIASPORA!

Sunny, an idealistic black millennial, is writing a history about the legacy of her family. Her younger sister, Janae wants to reject everything about her ancestry in favor of a created one. Sunny discovers the mystery of her grandparents and decides to confront her past head on in order to put the spirits in her life to rest.

Developed at SpeakEasy Stage through The Boston Project.

PLANTATION BLACK

Since 1864, The Loch Dhu Plantation in Cross, South Carolina has been owned by the Prioleau family. They all have the same last name, and share common biological ancestors. However, in 2017, their bonds are as deep as the paper claiming half of the Prioleau tree as property. 

Developed at SPACE on Ryder Farm.

digital theater

THE PURITANS

It's July, there's a full moon, and it's almost lights out at Camp Strangewood. A coven of young witches must perform their arcane ritual tonight, no matter the cost.

Developed with Sparkhaven Theater Company