Yellowman June 8, 2012

Alma and Eugene have known each other since they were young children. As their friendship blossoms into love, Alma struggles to free herself from her mother's poverty and alcoholism, while Eugene must contend with the legacy of being "yellow"-lighter skinned than his brutal and unforgiving father. Their relationship continues through adolescence and adulthood when they decide to marry until everything changes with an explosive ending. A finalist for the 2002 Pulitzer Prize, this Richmond premiere is more than a story about race and prejudice, it’s a love story and a story about families and the damage they inflict upon themselves. Black or white, you will recognize the shades of gray.

Official Website: http://henleystreettheatre.org/2011-2012-season/yellowman