The Niceties as part of their streaming series. First seen on stage in 2018,
The Niceties follows a Black college student and her white professor, caught in a discussion about the American revolution. Educational conversations quickly spiral into racial and political debates, saying unforgettable comments. Lisa Banes and Jordan Boatman reprise their performances for the online adaptation, streaming for a fortnight.
Online, to June 13.
Volpone, or the Fox
Hadestown’s Andre de Shields plays the title role in Red Bull Theater’s upcoming benefit reading. Ben Jonson’s comedy play follows Volpone, a nobleman that’s consumed by the idea of wealth equating to success. He’ll control anyone that comes his way, but will that leave Volpone to be manipulated himself? There’s also supporting performances from Hamish Linklater, Roberta Maxwell and Mary Testa.