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THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN

By Keenan Scott II

Directed

By: D. Wambui Richardson

................................................................................................................ Davian Jackson

............................................................................................................................. Wes Frazier

......................................................................................................... Selmore Haines, III

CAST OF CHARACTERS PRODUCTION TEAM

Director ................................................................................................... D.Wambui Richardson

Assistant Director ........................................................................................... Kris Black Jasper

Choreographer .................................................................................................. Kiandra Brooks

Stage Manager ................................................................................................. Cherie Williams

Assistant Stage Manager .................................................................................... Braylan Willis

Sound Designer ................................................................................................... Rayven Harris

Light Designer ..................................................................................................... Nikki DeShea

Scenic Designer ................................................................................................... Jennye James

Projectionist ................................................................................................................. Holli Price

Costume Designer.......................................................................................................Hope Cox

Scenic Painter ..................................................................................................... Yajairia Rosales

Technical Director ............................................................................................... Colin Schwartz

Tech Crew Build ........................................................................................................Taylor Allen

A SPECIAL THANKS FROM OUR DIRECTOR

Now serving in my 6th season as Artistic Director of Jubilee Theatre of Fort Worth. I continue to be humbled by both the history of Jubilee and the audience it serves. As Artistic Director my personal philosophy is that theatre should be a place where thoughts are provoked, and audiences of different mindsets are brought together in the shared exploration of the human experience. It is because of this philosophy that I celebrate the supportive audience of Jubilee, the City of Ft. Worth, our Board of Directors, and the continued financial support of our sponsors and donors. Together we not only explore the rich tapestry of the African American experience through theatre, but we also certify African American theatre as “American Theatre”. In this, the 43rd season of Jubilee Theatre, let us all laugh, cry, rejoice, heal, connect, and explore season 43, Reflections.

Truly, the greatest pleasure a man can have is to call something home. Thank you, Fort Worth and Jubilee Theatre, for allowing me to call this home.

-D.

Wambui Richardson

FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and actors of Jubilee Theatre, I thank you for attending this performance and, by doing so, taking a part in the success of Jubilee Theatre’s 43rd Season.

Each time you come to the theatre, you let us know that you value the work we do to bring landmark productions to the stage for you to experience first-hand. While your ticket price helps cover the cost of the production; you may not realize that admissions only cover a portion of running the theatre.

Ticket sale revenue accounts for approximately 45 to 50 percent of Jubilee’s annual operating budget. The balance comes from donations, both large and small, from generous patrons like you!

We hope you will consider including Jubilee Theatre in your charitable giving plans. Whether your contribution is $10, $50, $500, or $5,000, each gift allows us to dedicate more resources to present theatrical works that reflect the African American experience.

We are proud of our 43-year history of providing live theatre to the Fort Worth community, and with your help, we look forward to the next 42.

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Welcome Back To Live Theatre The Next 42 From Jubilee Theatre Board President

A NOTE FROM OUR MANAGING DIRECTOR

As the newly appointed Managing Director, it is my pleasure to welcome you to a performance that promises to entertain, provoke thought, and inspire dialogue—qualities that are at the core of Jubilee Theatre's mission.

One of my foremost priorities in this new role is to foster initiatives that will sustain and expand our beloved theatre's impact for generations to come. In this spirit, I am thrilled to introduce "Reflective, Rooted, & Reunited... The nEXt 42," an initiative dedicated to ensuring the future vibrancy of Jubilee Theatre.

This initiative represents a strategic embrace of our next 42 months, during which we will focus on cultivating financial resources and strategies to propel us into our future. As we embark on this journey, we draw inspiration from our rich 42-year history of storytelling and community engagement, aspiring to further our mission in the experiences and voices of our community.

Your presence tonight and ongoing support play a pivotal role in this journey. Every ticket purchased, every donation made, and every story shared contributes to the sustainability and growth of our theatre. I invite you to join us in this critical phase of our development. Your involvement ensures that Jubilee Theatre remains a beacon of cultural enrichment and artistic excellence.

Together, let's celebrate the legacy and forge the future of Jubilee Theatre. Thank you for being a part of our story and your continued support as we move forward, reflective, rooted, and reunited into our nEXt 42.

Warm regards,

Janaé Willis-Beard

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Welcome, and thank you for being here to experience Thoughts of a Colored Man. This play by Kennen Scott II is a heartfelt exploration of the Black male experience in contemporary society. It delves into the thoughts, feelings, emotional stability, strengths, and daily pressures that shape the lives of Black men, inviting us all to witness their complexities and celebrate their resilience.

James Baldwin's insightful words, "I am what time, circumstance, history have made of me, certainly, but I am also much more than that. So are we all," provide a profound lens through which we can view this play. The characters we meet tonight are products of their environments and histories, yet they transcend these influences. They are individuals with their own hopes, fears, and aspirations, reminding us that identity is a tapestry woven from many threads.

Jesse Owens' powerful statement, “The battles that count aren’t the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself—the invisible, inevitable battles inside all of us—that’s where it’s at,” encapsulates the essence of this production. Thoughts of a Colored Man brings to light the internal struggles and unseen challenges that Black men face daily. These are the battles that truly matter, as they shape the essence of who these men are and who they strive to be.

In staging this play, our goal is to honor these invisible battles and celebrate the strength it takes to navigate them. We hope to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the emotional and psychological landscapes Black men traverse. Let this performance be a step towards greater empathy and recognition of the profound humanity in every story told on this stage.

Thank you for joining us in this journey.

Managing

Happy Birthday, Jubilee Theatre

CAST

REGINALD KEITH DUNLAP II (Love)

Reggie is currently pursuing his BFA in Acting at UTA. He’s been recently spotted in Yanga (Ensemble) which was co-produced by Cara Mia Theatre/Soul Rep Theatre/Mulatto Teatro, Theatre Arlington’s Superior Donuts (Franco Wicks), in Echo Theatre’s production of I and You (Anthony Understudy), and Maverick Theatre Company’s production of Romeo and Juliet (Romeo). Reggie has also found joy in creating short films with his roommates and best friends over the past few years. You can find their work @fluidityfilms on Instagram, or on Tanner Mobley’s youtube channel. Reggie would like to thank family and friends for always being there. With that said, he hopes you come in with an open heart that’s ready to receive and love all aspects of black men.

OCTAVIAN LEWIS (Anger)

Octavian Lewis is a multi-talented powerhouse born and raised in Dallas, Texas. Prior to the pandemic, Octavian graduated from Texas College with a Bachelors of Science in Music. His credits include “Something Rotten!” as Minstrel at Firehouse Theater, “A Gospel Black Nativity” at Jubilee Theatre, “The Tragedy of Othello” at Bishop Arts Theatre Center, “Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale” at Dallas Children’s Theatre, “The Color Purple” at Jubilee Theatre, “Saturday Night Fever” and “Hello Dolly” at The Firehouse Theater, “Black Nativity” at the Bishop Arts Theatre Center as well as “AIDA” and “Rocky Horror Show” at the Majestic Theatre portraying the roles of a Phantom and Transylvanian. For his performance in Black Nativity, Octavian was nominated for “Best Actor in a Musical” for the 5th Annual Irma P. Hall Black Theatre Awards as well as his performance in “The Color Purple” for the 6th Annual Irma P. Hall Black Theatre Awards. Octavian has been featured in DFW Center Stage’s Beyond the Bio after he brought the house down with his performance as Tom Collins in “RENT” at the Willow Bend Theatre (North Texas Performing Arts Rep). With much ambition and determination, Octavian looks forward to fulfilling his dream of becoming a Broadway star.

DAVAYUN CHASE (Depression)

Davayun Chase is thrilled for his first production here at Jubilee Theatre. Davayun is a local DFW actor and has been seen in several theatre productions such as: Alice In Wonderland (Theatre Arlington), And Then There Were None (Granbury Theatre), The Count Of Monte Cristo (Plaza Theatre), The Mountain Top (Circle Theatre), Erin Malone Turner's Through A Glass Darkly (Amphibian Stage Reading), Charles Jackson Jr.'s Elusive (Amphibian Stage Reading), and Interview With A Vampire (Sundown Theatre Short Works Festival). He would like to thank his family and friends for their unwavering love & support!

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DAVIAN JACKSON (Passion)

Davian Jackson is thrilled to return to Jubilee. Davian is a talented singer and actor in the Dallas/Fort Worth area! One of the companies he has worked with is “JF Bailey,” where Demarcus Bailey is the Founder; with the Hit play, “Not My Family” & “One Mama.” He also has worked with “Crossover Arts” where Dennis Raveneau & Kathi Baker are the Founders. Which included shows, “Beauty is a Beast”, “Snow Queen”, “Ebony Scrooge”, “Hocus Pocus”, & “Three Musketeers”. Davian has worked with Play Now studios, where former Cowboy player Greg Ellis is the owner. Davian had a role in his Hit Stage Play, “Juneteenth” & “Watch Night”. He enjoyed his time at Theatre Three with "I love you, You're Perfect, Now Change." He has had the opportunity to be a part of Snoop Robinson’s Movie “Black Diamond”, which premiered in July 2019. You may also recognize him from Jubilee Theatres' productions of “How I Got Over”, “Funky town Christmas”, “Pooled”, “Southern Boys”, “Fabulation”, “Lil & Satchmo”, “Over 40” (Assistant Director), “Dreamgirls”, “Praise the Lord, and Raise the Roof”, "Color Purple", “Bread N Gravy” (Assistant Director). He is a Graduate of Full Sail University with a Bachelor of Science in Digital Cinematography. Davian is grateful for the opportunity to be back on stage doing what he loves. If you would like to follow him on his journey: Facebook (Davian Jackson) & Instagram (@Theatreprince).

WES FRAZIER (Lust)

Wes Frazier is an actor, voice actor, and model from Dallas, Tx. When not in front of the camera or in a recording booth, he likes to work behind the scenes as a director and producer. After acting in his first stage play in 2008, he has appeared in several short films, webseries, commercials and anime. He recently starred in the film Cruel Ambition and Soul Rep Theatre’s production of Travisville. This is his first production with Jubilee Theatre and grateful for the opportunity to continue his passion of acting.

JOSHUA D. BLOCKER (Happiness)

Joshua D. Blocker, also known as JoshDaWay, is a dynamic force in entertainment. An award-winning actor, author, screenwriter, director, and founder of DAWAY ENTERTAINMENT, Joshua is renowned for his comedic spontaneity, intelligence, and wide-ranging influence. Hailing from Texas, he holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Texas State University and is represented by Cachet Talent Agency. With a passion for storytelling and a commitment to changing lives, Joshua's luminous talent is destined to leave an indelible mark on the industry. Keep an eye on this multifaceted mogul-in-the-making; his journey to greatness is just beginning, and missing out on his work would be a regrettable oversight.

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SELMORE HAINES (Wisdom)

Selmore Haines, III began his tenure with Jubilee Theatre in 2014, portraying the role of Cutler in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Since that time, he has also performed in, “Do You Hear What I Hear”, “The Color Purple” in 2015 and 2023, “God’s Trombones”, “Thurgood”, and “Praise the Lord and Raise the Roof.” Mr. Haines has been blessed to perform at a myriad of theaters in the DFW Metroplex, including Circle Theatre, Trinity Shakespeare, Shakespeare Dallas, African American Repertory Theater, Uptown Players, Pegasus Theatre, Bishop Arts Theater Center, Firehouse Theater, and Theatre 3. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of The Joyful Noise Christian Theater. Mr. Haines’ mantra is, “He who began a good work in me, is faithful to complete it.”

ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT

KEENAN SCOTT II is a playwright, poet, actor, director, and producer of original work from Queens, New York. His work has been workshopped and produced at notable theaters such as National Black Theater, New York Theater Workshop, Arena Stage, and Woolly Mammoth. After years of readings, workshops, and independent shows, ‘Thoughts of a Colored Man’ made its commercial world premiere at Syracuse Stage during their 2019-2020 season and transferred to Baltimore Center Stage to finish its regional run before settling at the Golden Theater during the 2021-2022 Broadway Season, where he made his writing and unconventional acting debut. Scott was chosen to be a part of the 2021 TED Fellow cohort to be among a global community of artists, inventors, and scientists. His new original musical, The Return of Young Boy, started development at New York Stage & Film and has sights on the 2024-25 theater season for its stage debut. He has numerous stage plays in various stages of development. He is also developing various projects for television and film, including an adaptation of his stage play Thoughts of a Colored Man for the TV screen and a feature film with Netflix/ Chernin Entertainment.

In 2020, he formed Project Toys, a dynamic and innovative company at the intersection of Theatre, TV, Film, and more. Project Toys is not just an ordinary production company; it is a creative art studio that embraces the spirit of childlike wonder and channels it into captivating experiences across multiple mediums. The mission is to bring joy, inspiration, and thought-provoking content

D. WAMBUI RICHARDSON (Director & Artistic Director of Jubilee Theatre) D. Wambui Richardson Artistic Director of Jubilee Theatre. Richardson brings to Jubilee Theatre and the DFW area more than 20 years of experience in all levels of the Black theatre community, as well as in the theatre industry in general, having served as a Director, Playwright, Art’s Educator, and Executive Leader.

Formerly residing in Baltimore, and a Native of New Orleans, Richardson was a Freelance Director, Resident Teaching Artist for Baltimore Center Stage, and the Executive Director of Academies for the National Academy Foundation School of Baltimore. He has also worked with the St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, Woodbridge Playwright’s Laboratory, Syracuse Stage, Abington Theatre (Off-Off Broadway), and Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre (OffBroadway) and is a proud member of the Drama League. Some of Richardson’s directorial credits include: Sugar Mouth Sam Don’t Dance Here No More [Off Broadway]; Les Liaisons Dangereuse [Syracuse Stage]; A Stronger Soul Within a Finer Frame [Touring Production for St. Louis Black], F.E.M.A 1603 [World Premiere], Zooman & the Sign, In the Blood, Every Tongue Confess, The Seagull, Measure for Measure, Truth Stands [East Coast Premiere] and The Face of Emmett Till. Richardson’s Jubilee credits include; Sistas, the musical, N, Berta, Berta, Southern Boys, To Be Young Gifted & Black, HooDoo Love, Over 40, Dreamgirls, and The Color Purple.

KRIS BLACK JASPER (Assistant Director)

Since Kris became a part of the Jubilee Theatre family in Season 39, she's been in 15 productions and counting. From her first role as Karen in “How I Got Over”, then Kathy D. Harrison’s “Southern Boys” at Bass Hall, Lynn Nottage’s “Fabulation”, Celeste B. Walker's "Over 40" and "Praise the Lord Raise the Roof", and you certainly didn't miss her as "Church Lady 1" in last season's "The Color Purple" at The Scott Theatre, she's unstoppable. Her more recent performance was in this season's " Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin " by Kirsten Childs.

"This is my 5th season working with Jubilee Theatre and there hasn't been one production where I didn't leave without feeling gratitude. Not just for the things I've learned or the ways I've grown but for the lasting relationships I've been able to make and cultivate. The process of putting a show on its feet IS work, but the moments you get to make genuine connections are worth it. What an honor to be a part of the "Thoughts of a Colored Man" Directorial team!"

PRODUCTION

CHERIE WILLIAMS (Stage Manager)

Cherie' Williams is a native of Augusta, GA but has lived in the DFW area for 16 years. And she works in several areas and capacities in the profession of Theatre. She attended college at Fort Valley State University in Fort Valley, GA where she majored in Mass Communications: Television & Radio Broadcasting. That experience brought her to an internship here in Dallas at The Black Academy of Arts & Letters (TBAAL) during the summer of 2007. That experience prompted her to move from Georgia to Texas to work for TBAAL full time in their Box Office as a Manager. Since moving to Texas she has worked in theater Box Office Administration and Facility Management, and she also currently works as a writer, director, stage manager, actor, and makeup artist with several theatres as well. Now as a theatre arts teacher for Fort WorthISD she teaches all she's learned in these different roles to her students and strives to give them professional experience and help them to find a new found respect and love for the art of Theatre. Cherie' is a lover of all things theatre, tv, and film and has a great passion for using her creativity in any way to bring these mediums to life! She is extremely excited and grateful to be working with Jubilee as a stage manager once again for another stellar production!

BRAYLAN WILLIS (Assistant Stage Manager)

Braylan Willis is an emerging talent in the theatre world, bringing a fresh perspective from his background as a writer and game creator. A proud graduate of Lancaster High School, Braylan's creativity and passion for storytelling are evident in his work. Although new to the theatrical scene, his unique skills in narrative development and interactive design promise to bring innovative experiences to audiences.

KIANDRA JEANÉ BROOKS (Choreographer)

Kiandra Jeané Brooks is a performing artist and choreographer from Miami, FL. Her artistic development of choreography and diverse movement style expands across the teachings of many, most notably Sylvia Padron and Bernadette Toussaint- Pierre. While pursuing her BA in English at Florida State University, Kiandra was a member of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University's Mahogany Dance Theatre, where she served as Rehearsal Director under the leadership of Shepiro Hardemon. Kiandra was a company member of Terrance M. Johnson Dance Project and is most recently, a principal dancer of Dallas’ very own, Flamenco Black. Kiandra served as choreographer of Jubilee’s productions of The Color Purple and Bread and Gravy and continues to make it her life’s work to cultivate young artists, changing the world through Art.

HOPE COX (Costume Designer)

Hope Cox is excited to be back at Jubilee Theatre for this production. You last saw her work on the Jubilee stage in Black Nativity. Some of her favorite costuming credits include A Raisin in the Sun (Theatre Arlington), The Color Purple (Jubilee Theatre), The Seagull (The Classics Theatre Project) and Matilda (Greenhill School). Hope feels so blessed to have the opportunity to work with such a talented cast and crew. You can find information on Hope’s upcoming productions at www.hopecox.com

PRODUCTION

RAYVEN HARRIS (Sound Designer)

Rayven Harris (Sound Designer) has previously worked at Jubilee Theatre as Sound Designer/ ASM for A Gospel Black Nativity, and as Stage Manager for East Texas Hot Links. Other credits include: Assistant Stage Manager for Marjorie Prime, Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical, and Church & State at Stage West. Stage Manager for Ada and The Engine, and Intimate Apparel at MainStage Irving. Sound Designer for Into the Breeches at Stage West, and for The Odd Couple at WaterTower Theatre. She also served as Properties Designer for Intimate Apparel at MainStage Irving.

YAJAIRIA ROSALES (Scenic Painter)

Yajaira Rosales: has a BFA in Theatre Design Tech. Credits include Southern Boys (Asst.Technical Director), Over 40 (Scenic Artist), Dreamgirls (Scenic Artist), If Pretty Hurts (Scenic Designer), Praise the Lord Raise the Roof (Scenic Designer), The Color Purple (Scenic Designer).

HOLLI PRICE (Projectionist)

Holli is a designer and carpenter based in Fort Worth. Previous credits at Jubilee include Moon Man Walk (projections), Take the Soul Train to Christmas, Plenty of Time and If Pretty Hurts (Lighting).

She is thrilled to be welcomed back to work on another wonderful show at Jubilee. Holli received her BA in theatre with a focus on design in 2018 from Texas Wesleyan University. Holli is passionate about theatre as a whole and has designed lighting, sets, props, sound, and projections for live theatre. Some of her favorite shows from the past include: The SpongeBob Musical (Lighting), Moon Man Walk (Lighting), If Pretty Hurts (Lighting), The Wiz (Lighting), Matilda (Lighting), Clue the Musical (Lighting), The Boys Next Door (Properties), John Brown: Terrible Swift Sword (Projections), Meet Me in St. Louis (Scenic) and Important Hats of the Twentieth Century (Projections).

TAYLOR ALLEN (Crew Build)

Taylor is thrilled to have had the opportunity to work on this show. She holds a BFA in Theatre Design and Technology from Texas Wesleyan University. Her previous technical direction credits include Plenty of Time, Dreamgirls, and Take the Soul Train to Christmas at Jubilee Theatre. Additional credits include A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (technical director and scenic designer), Chamber Music (technical director), and Shuddersome: Tales of Poe (technical director) during her time at Texas Wesleyan University. She looks forward to continuing to work in the DFW area.

PRODUCTION

JENNYE JAMES (Scenic Designer)

Jennye James (Scenic Artist) is the Scene Shop Foreman and Adjunct Instructor for Texas Wesleyan University's Theatre Department, as well as a graduate of the program. She has worked as a scenic painter, properties master, set designer, and technical director for many local theaters including Jubilee Theatre, Amphibian Stage Productions, Trinity Shakespeare Festival at TCU, Theatre Arlington, and Casa Manana.

NIKKI DESHEA (Master Electrician)

Nikki has over 25 years of experience in the theatrical lighting industry. She has a degree in theatre and accounting from William Woods University. Nikki formed DeShea Designs, LLC, which designs, sells, installs, and consults for all types of stage and specialty lighting. She designs shows and permanent lighting systems for churches, schools, theaters, studios, architectural and specialty applications. Nikki also sets up lights for concerts, films, plays, TV broadcasts, and other events. She has been a guest designer for area theatres and groups including African American RepertoryTheater, Ballet Concerto, Contemporary Theatre of Dallas, Dark Circles Contemporary Dance, The Modern Stage, Mountain View College Dance and Theatre, Pantagleize Theatre, Pocket Sandwich Theatre, TWU and a number of high schools. She has previously served as the resident designer for DVA Productions, Jubilee Theatre, and TCC Northwest Dance (Mosaic Dance Project). Other productions she has designed for include collaborations between various arts groups including artists, dance companies, museums, productions companies, symphonies, and theatres. Nikki currently enjoys being the resident lighting designer for Contemporary Dance Fort Worth, Hip Pocket Theatre, and Theatre Northwest, giving her the opportunity to create lighting for original artistic productions.

SETH KING (Production Assistant)

Seth made his Jubilee Theatre debut as part of the Backstage Crew during the final production of Jubilee Theatre’s 42nd season, “The Color Purple”. Now that he’s been introduced to the inner workings and importance of behind-the-scenes work, Seth returned as Production Assistant for “East Texas Hot Links” and is excited to serve as the Backstage Assistant for “Thoughts of a Colored Man.”

He is an honor roll student with TXVS and taking dual credit classes to earn his 2-year college degree by his 2026 high school graduation! When he’s not helping backstage or studying, he enjoys golf, animation, video games, painting, and creating comic book characters. Seth wants to thank his mom, Kris, his brothers, Maxwell and Edward, and all his family and friends for supporting his journey.

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