Black Bastard

“Jon Gentry’s Black Bastard leaves audiences screaming for more!” @lahiddengems Queer. Southern. Creole…a humorous, heartfelt coming-of-age tale. Through literature, clowning, self-discovery, and original song, the production invokes ’90s nostalgia in a jambalaya of memoir, embodied character transformation, and socio-cultural commentary. The show confronts stereotypes about absent Black fathers while exploring broader themes of identity, expression, and our collective search for belonging and ultimately home. Winner of the Hollywood Fringe Soaring Solo Social Impact Award. Directed by Shinelle Azoroh. Black Bastard will return to the Playhouse in April as part of the Black History [every] Month Series celebrating the rich heritage of Black arts, artists, and culture in our community.