Showin’ Up Black at Cleveland Public Theatre

Showin’ Up Black returns after a successful run in TestFlight 2023, presenting the story of the Hopegoodes, an affluent African American family preparing for their daughter's cotillion. On the eve of the event, their plans are disrupted by a nearby Black Lives Matter protest, revealing hidden secrets and desires that challenge their understanding of what it means to be Black. Written by Jeanne Madison, this production delves into the complexities of family dynamics amidst social activism.