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Photos: First Look at the World Premiere of RETROGRADE at Kiln Theatre

From the writer of the award-winning, smash hit For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy.

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The world première of Ryan Calais Cameron's explosive new play is based on a true event in the life of actor Sidney Poitier in 1950s Hollywood which explores identity, resilience, and integrity. It examines a moment in a career which paved ways and changed perceptions, cementing the legacy of a Hollywood icon.

Get a first look at photos below!

From the writer of the award-winning, smash hit For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy, Retrograde is directed by Kiln Associate Director Amit Sharma.



Theater Fans' Choice Awards
2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards - Live Stats
Best Direction of a Play - Top 3
1. Joe Mantello - Death of a Salesman
18.8% of votes
2. Duncan MacMillan, Jeremy Herrin - Every Brilliant Thing
18.2% of votes
3. Whitney White - Liberation
10.6% of votes

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