THE DOUBLE V

Director Michael Arabian works skillfully with a passionate cast and committed playwright to present this forgotten piece of history, a history which was instrumental in sparking the Civil Rights movement in the 1960’s. THE DOUBLE V is a fascinating journey into the past which remains relevant to this day. This thought-provoking play is both intriguing and riveting as it traces the evolution of a movement which will eventually have a major impact on American society.

The didactic part of The Double V weakens the drama for me, but I still can recommend the play, not just for its historical worth but for its strong performances and skillful direction. I am also much impressed with John Iacovelli’s sprightly set.

The Double V may have started as a precursor to the turbulent 60s but it’s legacy remains a mainstay.

In an ideal world, The Double V would be produced by regional theatre companies and high school and college theatre programs all over the country as a staple in the American dramatic canon. It needs to be seen.

The Double V is a very moving play that tackles an embarrassing era in America. It entertains and teaches and really opens our eyes to the rampant discrimination of that time. The classy well paced 2 act play is produced by award winning producer Leigh Fortier.

I highly recommend this play to all and think it would make a great field trip for students as well.

Beautifully staged with exquisite set designs and ingenious direction, “The Double V” is a must-see play, full of excellent actors putting their hearts into every word and their souls into every scene. I cannot recommend this play enough… Bravo!!

Eglash-Kosoff’s well-intended but formulaic script is an educational vehicle that pits good guys with ideas about right and justice against Ku Klux Klansmen and other reactionary racists and the system they serve.

THE DOUBLE V presents itself as a drama that showcases a young man’s patriotic duties and his struggles to become equal in a world of inequality. From this point, this eventually lead toward the mass marches, the efforts of the freedom riders, even leading into the post-modern era of the #Black Lives Matter factions. The play’s reach is far, and holds plenty of uplifting intentions. The war may become long over with as well as becoming victorious, but the efforts for racial equality has yet to be won. It’s another “V” to go!