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A Demon Crashes A Funeral

A recent Bushwick Starr production delivers on the "Demons," but could do more with its female characters

Bushwick Star Keelay Gipson in Demons 5

A Demon Crashes A Funeral

A recent Bushwick Starr production delivers on the "Demons," but could do more with its female characters

A Demon Crashes A Funeral

At the first hint of demonic possession, a combination of puppetry and light effects in the Connelly Theater, an audience member exclaimed: “Oh no! Not today! Not today!” The audience laughed collectively in the dark. It was a sign that something had gone right. The play held its audience safely in its hands, saying this is for you, enjoy it your way.

“Demons” is a dark comedy about a Black family grieving their patriarch, while being haunted by a demon who turns out to not be quite prepared for the task at…

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