Blue

What's Blue Like?

The play follows the Clark Family for a twenty year window through their trials and tribulations. Set in rural South Carolina in the 1950’s, the main character Reuben Clark grows up in a wealthy African- American family. Reuben, the oldest son, starts as a child trumpet player who grows up to become an actor. With a mother who runs the family, her larger than life personality and his father running a successful funeral home, Reuben struggles to find his voice. His mother is always trying to take control of the family at family meetings and enjoys making big plans her both of her sons’ futures. Reuben fights against his mother's wishes and tests the unconditional love that his family has for him as he grows and realizes that he wants to follow his dreams, that may be on another path. Jazz music is laced throughout the show and is created by Nona Hendryx who based it off the music by Blue Williams.

Is Blue Good for Kids?

Children of all ages will find this show fun and enjoyable, although there are some scenes that are more adult in nature

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