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Keith Hamilton Cobb

American Moor

Keith Hamilton CobbFiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2019

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Super Short Summary

American Moor by Keith Hamilton Cobb is a one-person play following a 50-year-old Black actor as he auditions for the role of Othello. Through a monologue intertwined with interactions from a disembodied Director's voice, the Actor confronts and explores systemic racism, the complexities of portraying Othello, and the broader experiences of Black men in America, especially in the theater industry.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

361 ratings

81%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Keith Hamilton Cobb's American Moor resonates with powerful reflections on race and theater, receiving acclaim for its raw, heartfelt narrative and Cobb’s captivating performance. While celebrated for its honesty and insight, some critics note a tendency towards repetitive themes. Overall, it emerges as a vital, thought-provoking piece challenging conventional perspectives in the arts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read American Moor?

Readers who enjoy American Moor by Keith Hamilton Cobb are likely to be drawn to themes of identity, race, and the arts. Fans of August Wilson's Fences and James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time will appreciate Cobb's introspective and poignant exploration of being a Black actor interpreting Shakespeare's Othello.

Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Play • Fiction

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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