By the Way, Meet Vera Stark

What would you sacrifice to pursue your dream?

This is the question that the women in "By The Way, Meet Vera Stark," Duke Theater Studies' Fall 2024 Mainstage production, must grapple with as they struggle to forge careers as actors in 1930s Hollywood.

Breaking into the movie business is challenging under any circumstances, but it was particularly difficult for Black actors in the early 20th century. The compromises they had to make, and the consequences of their choices, are deftly illustrated in Lynn Nottage's play, directed by artist-in-residence Angelisa Gillyard.

Thu-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.