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Sweet Tea: Black Gay Men of the South

Author, scholar and performer E. Patrick Johnson stars in Sweet Tea: Black Gay Men of the South, a one-man show about the perceptions, angst, triumphs and vulnerabilities of being black and gay in the South. The show is based on Johnson’s critically acclaimed book and his interviews with more than 70 Southern black gay men of all ages. Rajendra Maharaj directs. Tomorrow night is the first of three Metro Weekly Wedneday, in which the show will be followed by a reception and moderated discussion with the author. Through Oct. 9. Signature Theatre’s Ark Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington. Tickets are $40. Call 703-820-9771 or visit signature-theatre.org.

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