Colored Silk unfolds as a solo drama set during the Civil War, written by Tami Tyree and inspired by the life of Elizabeth Keckley (1818-1907). Keckley, a formerly enslaved woman with remarkable sewing skills, found prosperity through her craftsmanship. Tyree's rendition reimagines Elizabeth's compelling journey across the South and Midwest, chronicling her triumphs and tragedies, marked by nightmares, challenges, and sacrifices, ultimately leading her to the Nation's Capital.