Fall has arrived and with it comes the changing foliage and brisk breeze of North winds. Much like the changing of seasons, life changes. Sometimes those changes can have a profound effect on society. With this idea in mind, Kennie Playhouse Theatre (KPT) presents
“Pure Confidence” by Carlyle Brown, a dramatic stage play honoring the legacy of black horse jockeys.
This is the second installment of a two-part series on Forgotten Heroes of American history. This timely production comes at the height of social and political sanctions banning historical books that speak to the plight of a disenfranchised people.
“Pure Confidence” is a play written by Carlyle Brown, an African-American playwright known for his works that explore themes of race, identity, and history. The high-stakes world of Civil War-era horse racing is the stage for this riveting drama of slavery and reconstruction. Both Simon Cato, a smart, cocky ‘colored’ jockey, and his horse Pure Confidence, are owned by Colonel Wiley Johnson. Cato uses his wits and his championship winnings to buy his and his wife’s freedom. With a vivid backdrop of fast horses, gritty racetracks and high-stakes betting, “Pure Confidence” is an extraordinary tale of human
triumphs and failings that explores the true meaning of freedom. History can never be re-written; therefore, it is the duty of us all to ensure that it is not erased.
You can expect stellar performances from this wonderful blend of actors to include: Parnell ‘Paj’ Jackson, Jr. as Simon Cato, Kimberly Groves as Caroline, Craig Hartline as Colonel Wiley Johnson, Josh Kiev as George Dewitt/Clerk, Deborah Seidel as Mattie Johnson, and Will Henke as the Auctioneer/Reporter. “Pure Confidence” performances will run from November 30-December 10, 2023 with a special daytime performance welcoming Seniors on December 5, 2023 at 10 A.M. To learn more about PURE CONFIDENCE performance times and how to purchase tickets visit: www.kennieplayhousetheatre.org.
Kennie Playhouse Theatre will present “Pure Confidence” at the Looby Center Theater at 2301 Rosa L Parks Blvd in Nashville.
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