The Brothers Size
by Tarell Alvin Mccraney

Name: The Brothers Size
Brand: Tarell Alvin Mccraney
SKU: 9780822226734
Rating: 4.1 (168 reviews)

The Brothers Size Book Cover — The Brothers Size Cover

Highlights

Small Cast

Male

90 minsPresent DayRole(s) for Black Actor(s)All MenUnit Set/Multiple SettingsContemporary Costumes/Street ClothesAmerican Black History

What readers are saying

Readers generally find The Brothers Size to be an engaging exploration of family dynamics and responsibility. The play's strong character development and meaningful dialogue resonate well with many. However, a few feel that it prioritizes style over substance, leading to a mixed reception from some audiences.

Strong character developmentEngaging dialogueThemes of familial loveCompelling performancesOccasionally prioritizes style over substance

Synopsis

Brothers Size

Press Reviews

"With his original and singular voice, McCraney crafts an intense story about the unbreakable bond between brothers, a bond that is equal parts love and despair.” – Miami Herald “McCraney explores [the dramatic dilemmas] with rare urgency and emotional complexity, and a creative expansiveness that pushes The Brothers Size beyond the ordinary."
— Seattle Times

Characters

Character	Gender	Age	Description
OGUN (OH GOON) HENRI SIZE Late 20s, a man of color, auto mechanic	male	20s	Late 20s, a man of color, auto mechanic
OSHOOSI (O CHEW SEE) SIZE Early 20s, a man of color, ex-con, out on parole, younger Brother to Ogun	male	20s	Early 20s, a man of color, ex-con, out on parole, younger Brother to Ogun
ELEGBA (EH LEG BAH) Also ex-con, prisonmate and best friend of Oshoosi. Late 20s as well, of Creole heritage	—	20s	Also ex-con, prisonmate and best friend of Oshoosi. Late 20s as well, of Creole heritage