Dear James

Dear James was extremely thought provoking, imaginative and very well delivered. This one man show expertly took the audience on a ride through American History as seen through the eyes of a talented, educated and opinionated black man. So many emotions were activated and so much knowledge was creatively shared. And to have the phenomenal actor, Mr. Charles Reese, on screen embodying the spirit of the late great James Baldwin was absolutely incredible. The creator of the show, Anthony “Da Boogie Man” Rucker, has created a powerful, interactive, audiovisual experience that is not only amazing but also very necessary!... full review

DEAR JAMES is bold piece of writing, performing and technology that transport the audience members. Boogie's intimate world comes alive on stage, where we feel the pain of him giving up football as High Schooler because teammates reveal themselves to be raciest or the disappointment of having his doctoral thesis rejected because it makes the oppressors and their descendants feel uncomfortable. The production is as flawless and Boogie's acting. The audience literally engages with Boogie as he guides us and improvises his way through a one man play where his time and memories control everything in dream like state entertaining, thought provoking and a transcending theater experience.... full review

Great show. Anthony connects with each member of the audience and holds them so they can’t look away. You walk out feeling changed, and wish that everyone would see, experience, learn what you just have. ... full review

It was POWERFUL & EDUCATIONAL. Olive it. I want to see it again. ... full review