Why This Playwright is Changing Black Theater

TheBlkScript sits down with Donald Variste, an playwright celebrated for crafting emotionally resonant stories that blend faith, real-life challenges, and cultural truths, significantly impacting Black theatre. From his early days in Florida to founding DV Productions, Variste’s plays have consistently pushed conversations forward. His latest stage production, “Standing on Business,” is a powerful project rooted in accountability and community healing, urging us to truly stand on business.