The Story
by Tracey Scott Wilson

Name: The Story
Brand: Tracey Scott Wilson
SKU: 9780822219989
Rating: 3.6 (20 reviews)

Highlights

Medium Cast

Female

Male

90 minsUnit Set/Multiple SettingsAmerican

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the thrilling and engaging nature of the play, highlighted by its fantastic dialogue and quick pacing. However, some find the characters underdeveloped, particularly in a narrative filled with complex themes of racial tension and journalism. Overall, the interplay of intertwined scenes captivates many, although it can be challenging to follow at times.

Thrilling with fantastic dialogueTight depiction of racial tensionClever staging and quick pacingCharacters feel underdeveloped

Synopsis

THE STORY: An ambitious black newspaper reporter, Yvonne Wilson, goes against her editor, Pat Morgan, to investigate a murder and finds the BEST story...but at what cost?

Wilson explores the elusive nature of truth as the boundaries between reality a

ThemesEthics--Drama Journalism--Drama PS3623.I58584 S76 2004 Race relations--Drama

Press Reviews

"A singular new voice…deeply emotional, deeply intellectual, and deeply musical…” —The New Yorker. “…a conscientious and absorbing new drama…” —The New York Times. “…a riveting, tough-minded drama about race, reporting and the truth…” —Associated Press. “…a stylish, attention-holding script that ends on a chilling note that will leave viewers with much to talk about.” —CurtainUp. “…a crisp, incisive, immensely enjoyable play…"
— Broadway.com