Abstract
This essay explores how Spirit of Detroit challenged popular beliefs about the 1967 uprisings in Detroit, MI. While many white Americans believed the “riots” in the city were the actions of unruly blacks, in reality, police brutality and white racism were the main causes of the civil unrest. By hosting talkback sessions, during which audiences and performers we able to describe how the play impacted them, Spirit of Detroit created a community forum for learning, reflection, and dialogue. The essay concludes by discussing theatre's role in (re)shaping how citizens think about race and democracy in the United States.
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