Gus is pissed. He’s a white guy who can’t get picked up by a major museum. Vanessa is trying to make it as an actress but finds there is something holding her back. When Gus’ partner, Tanner, introduces Vanessa to Gus they set out on a journey to create the perfect Black woman artist to pretend to be the creator of Gus’ art. A modern Frankenstein story with a dash of Mahogany, and Pygmalion to keep it gay and light. This plays spins out of control as it explores issues of race, gender, sexuality, and art.

• Developed at The PlayPenn New Play Conference and The Gulfshore Playhouse New Works Festival.

• World Premiere with Theatre Horizon

• Terrance McNally New Play Award Winner

Available through Dramatist Play Service