By Dominique Morisseau
Directed by Christopher Windom
History isn’t a straight line
This groundbreaking play weaves a tapestry of parallel struggles for two brilliant Black women living centuries apart. Sara, a Union spy during the Civil War, and Sandra, a modern-day university professor, confront intersecting biases of racism and sexism that feel all too familiar. It’s a provocative, highly theatrical exploration that challenges perceptions and resonates with humor and intelligence.
Please note that this show contains mature language (including racial slurs), discussions about race, and depictions of slavery. This play contains nudity from the waist up and photographic nudity.
Run Time
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes with no intermission.
Previews not only cost less, but they allow you to be among the first audience members to experience Confederates. Previews are the final step in the playmaking process as the directors, designers, cast and crew put the finishing touches on the show as they experience it with an audience for the first time—that’s you! Be an early adopter and earn bragging rights that you saw it first.
Join us for the Opening performance of Confederates followed by a celebration in the lobby with light hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Get your playbill signed, meet the artists, and enjoy the festivities together.
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Confederates might not be the show for your young one to enjoy, but that doesn’t mean they can’t join you. PlayMakers has partnered with Seed Art Share to provide on-site childcare for ages 4-12 with engaging, theatre-based fun while you enjoy the performance.
ASL Interpreters and Audio Description will be available for patrons. For the best view of the ASL Interpreters, please contact the Box Office at 919.962.7529 or prcboxoffice@unc.edu.
In a time when headlines read like punchlines and we see the powerful punching down, Morisseau's "Confederates" is right on time–and comedy is all in the timing.
