A poignant tale of family, community, and identity set in 90s Moss Side, told with power and warmth.
This Kind of Black (Requiem for Black Boys) is a powerful new stage work by poet and musician Reece Williams. Set in 1990s Moss Side, it captures the complexities of growing up in a community shaped by both resilience and hardship. Just beyond the laughter, prayers, and warmth lies the ever-present reality of conflict and loss.
Challenging media narratives that reduce his home to headlines about crime and poverty, Williams explores the intersection of race and class with sharp insight. At its heart, the play examines the fragile bond between a father and son in the shadow of gang violence, revealing how trauma reverberates across generations.
