The Classical Theatre of Harlem

FUNNYHOuse of a negro

by Adrienne Kennedy
directed by Billie Allen

Set Design: Troy Hourie
Costume Design: Kimberly Glennon
Lighting Design: Aaron Black
Sound Design: Michael Messer
Stage Manager: Stacy Waring

Cast: Suzette Gunn, Elaina McGhee, Willie Teacher, Trish McCall, Monica Stith, Danny Camiel and Kellie McCants

January 11 - February 12, 2006

2006 Lucille Lortel Award Outstanding Lighting Design
2006 Lucille Lortel Award nomination Outstanding Director
2006 Lucille Lortel Award nomination

FUNNYHOUSE OF A NEGRO is Adrienne Kennedy's first performed and best known work.  This play launched her career as one of the most respected playwrights of the American stage, and received a 1964 OBIE Award for most distinguished play. The play chronicles the last hours in the life of Sarah, a young Black woman who is troubled by race and identity issues and is struggling with self-hatred and alienation from the mainstream culture. The production was directed by acclaimed actor/director Billie Allen, who originated the role of Sarah in 1964

“A fearlessly innovative piece of theater” The New York Times

“Classical Theater of Harlem is mounting an enthralling production that announces the unwavering force of Kennedy's insight”  Variety

“Classical Theatre of Harlem has once again tackled one of the modern canon’s gnarlier entries, and once again shown the neglected text to fine advantage.” New York Sun

Cast Suzette Gunn, Elaina McGhee, Willie Teacher, Trish McCall, Monica Stith, Danny Camiel and Kellie McCants

This production was made possible with the support of the following funders:

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