'The Whipping Man' play to examine Civil War through new lens
Students can visit a pivotal point in American history through the eyes of one confederate soldier and two freed slaves at "The Whipping Man" play starting Jan. 30 in Bush Theatre.
“The Whipping Man” is a play offering a glimpse at the degradation and horror infused with slavery, Director Nancy Eddy said. The play is set in post-war Richmond, Virginia.
The plot recreates 36 hours of passover from the eyes of three Jews. One of them an injured Confederate solider, the other two are his family’s former slaves in their first week of freedom.
“The devastation of the Civil War is pervasive,” Eddy said. “Racism is embedded in our culture and those power struggles still exist. 'The Whipping Man' gives a glimpse at what life was like for slaves.”
Tickets are $7 for students and seniors, and $11 general admission adults at the CMU Events Center. You can find tickets online using Ticket Central, or by calling 989-774- 3045. Tickets will be available at the doors for $15.
Opening night for 'The Whipping Man' is 7:30 P.M. on Jan. 30. The show will play every evening through Saturday in Bush Theatre.
