Fat Ham," a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, is set to make its Atlanta debut at the Alliance Theatre on May 5, 2024.

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Playwright James Ijames has creatively reimagined Shakespeare's iconic play, "Hamlet," infusing it with humor and depth.

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Fat Ham" received critical acclaim during its run on Broadway, with The New York Times describing it as "a hilarious yet profound tragedy smothered in comedy

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The play's protagonist is Juicy, a young, queer, Southern college student who is already wrestling with questions of identity.

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The plot takes an intriguing turn when the ghost of Juicy's father unexpectedly appears at a backyard barbecue, demanding that Juicy seek vengeance for his murder.

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Juicy faces a significant challenge in exacting revenge, as he is a sensitive and self-aware young Black man on a personal quest for happiness and liberation.

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The play explores complex family dynamics, particularly through the lens of an uproarious family cookout.

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