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By Reece Williams
★★★★★
“This Kind of Black is both moving and gently celebratory.”
Adventures in Theatreland
This Kind of Black (Requiem for Black Boys) is the powerful new stage show from poet and musician, Reece Williams.
This is a story about growing up in Manchester’s Moss Side in the 90s, a stone’s throw from conflict and violence. It celebrates a community held together by prayers, warmth and humour, while mourning the tragic loss of young life. Reece cleverly explores the intersection of race and class, questioning when the media only portrays you through the lens of ‘Gunchester,’ gangs and poverty.
Above all the show explores the complex relationship between a gangland father and his son, and the impact of trauma on the mental health of young Black boys across the generations.
The show features powerful performance, stunning projected images, lots of humour, and a brilliant soundtrack inspired by the period.
“A real celebration of community, depicting its strength, hardship, humour and resilience. Williams is absolutely brilliant.”
I Love Manchester