The Detroit Project: Three Plays
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2018
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Historical FictionDetroit, Michigan • Various Decades
2018
Adult
18+ years
The Detroit Project: Three Plays by Dominique Morisseau is a trilogy exploring the socio-economic struggles and resilience of Detroit residents. It consists of "Detroit '67," "Paradise Blue," and "Skeleton Crew," each capturing the challenges and hopes of individuals during pivotal moments in the city's history.
Gritty
Emotional
Challenging
Contemplative
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The Detroit Project: Three Plays by Dominique Morisseau is praised for its powerful storytelling and authentic portrayal of Detroit's socio-economic challenges. Critics admire her complex characters and masterful dialogue, though some suggest the narrative could occasionally feel heavy-handed. Overall, it's a compelling and insightful theatrical work that resonates with audiences.
Readers who enjoy The Detroit Project: Three Plays by Dominique Morisseau likely appreciate socially conscious theater exploring race, community, and resilience. Fans of August Wilson's The Pittsburgh Cycle or Anna Deavere Smith's Fires in the Mirror would find Morisseau's work compelling and thought-provoking.
149 ratings
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240
Play • Fiction
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Historical FictionDetroit, Michigan • Various Decades
2018
Adult
18+ years
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