Black N Blue Boys / Broken Men

Based on Dael Orlandersmith’s conversations with young boys in a shelter, Black n’ Blue Boys/Broken Men places us with six men across New York disclosing the traumatic events that led them to becoming the men that they are. The narratives they share are complicated, nuanced, and raw. By dealing with a range of abuse including physical, sexual, and neglect, the play reveals how these events have drastic impacts on the lives of boys and lead to perpetuating cycles of violence in adulthood. It is through addressing this abuse that we hope to initiate healing and move forward in pursuit for joy in spite of pain. 

While originally conceived of as a solo performance, this production will reimagine the show as an ensemble piece with six actors, creating a community that breaks away from the common mold of a man suffering alone.