‘Black Boys Cry’ Stage Play Shines Light on Joy, Brotherhood, and Healing

The touring play Black Boys Cry, now at the City Lit Theatre, explores the emotional journeys of seven Black men (Photo Credit: 1989 Dreams production). “Black Boys Cry,” a touring stage play, is at the City Lit Theatre. This compelling and humorous narrative follows the lives of seven Black men navigating their journeys toward experiencing joy.& Addressing themes such as healing from childhood trauma, addiction, and abandonment and exploring aspects of sex and sexuality, these men find solidarity in brotherhood. Their journey is marked by laughter, spirituality and the resilience to embrace life to the fullest. The tour has traveled across the United States to illuminate Black men’s challenges and promote greater understanding and resolution of these issues.& “It will feel like a family cookout for those coming to the show. There’s a mix of drama, laughter, dancing, and a great time overall—everything you’d experience at a cookout we bring to the stage.” – Actor J Austin Director, writer, producer Harold Jay Trotter and cast members “Tipville” and J Austin provided an overview of what audiences can anticipate from the tour. They also emphasized that the play offers women insights into supporting and relating to Black men better. Actor Tipville...