Trouble in Mind
Synopsis
Follow an experienced Black stage actress through rehearsals of a major Broadway production in Alice Childress’s funny, moving, and ultimately shattering look at racism, identity, and ego in the high-stakes world of New York theatre. A scathing indictment of racism in American commercial theatre, Trouble in Mind tells the story of Wiletta Mayer, a Black actress cast in a supposedly “progressive” play about racism by a white male author—it turns out to be anything but progressive.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 2, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tiana Kaye Blair
- Screenplay & Story
- Alice Childress
- Original Title
- Trouble in Mind
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Dallas Theater Center
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tiana Kaye Blair
Alice Childress
Department Leadership Roster
Tiana Kaye Blair
Director
Alice Childress
Writer
April Hickman
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trouble in Mind
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Trouble in Mind about?
Follow an experienced Black stage actress through rehearsals of a major Broadway production in Alice Childress’s funny, moving, and ultimately shattering look at racism, identity, and ego in the high-stakes world of New York theatre. A scathing indictment of racism in American commercial theatre, Trouble in Mind tells the story of Wiletta Mayer, a Black actress cast in a supposedly “progressive” play about racism by a white male author—it turns out to be anything but progressive.
Who directed Trouble in Mind?
Trouble in Mind was directed by Tiana Kaye Blair.
Who stars in Trouble in Mind?
The principal cast of Trouble in Mind includes Denise Lee, David Coffee, Claire Greenberg, Bob Hess, Tony Key.
When was Trouble in Mind released and how long is it?
Trouble in Mind was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.