'Black Out' performances
A West End play about race issues and slavery has announced plans for two performances to be primarily for black audiences. Is the idea inclusive or divisive?
A theatre production dealing with race issues has been criticised after announcing plans to stage some of its performances for primarily black audiences.
The so-called âBlack Outâ nights are scheduled for two dates of Slave Playâs West End run. Some have labelled the move divisive and unnecessary, and even Downing Street has got involved. The showâs playwright and producers say theyâre aiming to bring new audiences to the theatre and allow black people to watch it without the âwhite gazeâ. But what does this term mean, what are the origins of Black Out performances, and is this a concept thatâs applicable to other minority groups?
Presenter: Adam Fleming
Producers: Ellie House, Sandra Kanthal, Simon Tulett
Editor: Richard Vadon
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