![]() The subject matter and the characters are so interesting that a direct presentation works best. These choices feel like they were made by a young playwright, but a hopeful, honest and unpretentious playwright. A little nuance, subtext and irony might have added depth. When the character names of Wisdom, Passion Depression, Lust, Happiness, Love and Anger are revealed, it’s a bit on the nose, just like the title. It never feels like a scene is about an important “issue.” Of course there are conversations that have nothing to do with serious issues at all, as well. The dialogue is never preachy and despite the important thoughts, the play always feels conversational and natural. ![]() Topics range from neighborhood gentrification, loss of culture, self-defeatist materialism to the constant fear of dying by gun violence. As the scenes play out with the nameless characters, the black man’s life in 21st Century America is illuminated. ![]() Playwright Keenan Scott II has tremendous skill with language and characterization, his world feels authentic, without sacrificing theatricality. Thoughts of a Colored Man, is a series of vignettes between black men in an urban, concrete landscape beautifully realized by scenic designer Sven Ortel. (WWNY) - Artistic Director, Robert Hupp has made a point to produce new plays at Syracuse Stage and their latest production is another good choice.
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