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407 West 43rd St, New York, NY 10036
Closed July 17, 2016
"It's a beautiful piece of work, the conflict, basically, is watching this man who broke the color line on television in terms of being a comedian, morph into becoming the activist he eventually became."
Joe Morton
Scandal's Joe Morton is Dick Gregory in this brand new play about the trailblazing comic who co-opted his fame into becoming a leading light of the civil rights movement, becoming as outspoken in his politics as in his stand-up routines.
First beginning his career whilst serving in the military in the 1950s, Gregory is regarded highly as part of the generation of black comics that broke with tradition, entertaining while audiences, whilst calling attention to the ridiculousness of bigotry. Spotted by Hugh Hefner, he took a gig at the Playboy Club before finding mainstream success.
By the 1960s, Gregory was already using his platform as a comedian to discuss social issues, including an historic appearance at Selma, and a run for president, and becoming an advocate of many causes, including war, race, equality, using humour to bring nantional attention to these issues. Gretchen Law's work explores the man behind the message and celebrates his ongoing dedication to entertainment and activism, even today as a spritely 83-year-old!
Co-produced by John Legend and including an original song from the maestro himself, prepare for an intriguing work about an even more intriguing man.
Previews from: 3 May 2016
Opening night: 19 May 2016
May not be appropriate for ages 16 and under
90 minutes with no intermission
You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.
Joe Morton as Dick Gregory
Co-starring John Carlin
Written by Gretchen Law
Directed by John Gould
Co-producer John Legend
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