Study Guides

Penumbra Theatre Company’s Study Guide Library is meant to provide patrons with in-depth reading material on the plays we present during our main-stage season. Each guide includes a brief overview on the history of African American Theatre, a synopsis of the play, dramaturgical notes, contextual essays, critical thought on methodology, interviews with the playwrights and directors, statements and renderings from the creative design team, references for further research, and tools for teaching.

If you are a first-time study guide user, we ask you to complete a quick registration form about how you use our Study Guides using the link below. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Bellamy at sarah.bellamy@penumbratheatre.org.

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The White Card Study Guide
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Pipeline Study Guide
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The Brothers Paranormal Study Guide
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benevolence Study Guide
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for colored girls Study Guide
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This Bitter Earth Study Guide
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Wedding Band Study Guide
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GIRL Shakes Loose Study Guide
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Jitney Study Guide
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Sunset Baby Study Guide
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Dutchman and The Owl Answers Study Guide
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