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Dutchman: A classic dramaRead the article this discussion is about
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» Dhalgren13 - Baraka The first time I ever read Dutchman, indeed the first time I ever read any Baraka, was only a few months ago, and I found myself so struck by the power and energy in the words of the play, the inventiveness of the stage directions,the impact of the anger, that the next day I read it again, and a day later had sat down to look back over it again, leaving underlines and personal footnotes all over my copy of the Leroi Jones/Amiri Baraka Reader, which is already growing creases on it's spine, and finding a comfortable place on my shelf for easy access. Like him or not, agree or not, he is a voice that needs to be heard, a voice that is resonant and talented, a voice that has become an essential part of the worlds experience.-- posted by Dhalgren13 » w_benefield - Re: Baraka I agree with you 100%Amiri Baraka is a creative individual and like many his creative expressions at times will ruffle feathers. But there is no denying it, the man is talented and what he has to say is still relevant today. In response to message posted by Dhalgren13: -- posted by w_benefield » geecheegal - dutchman/baraka This was a really good article/review. Having seen the play performed in New York a few years back and having had the chance to talk to him (twice), the emotions of the play show up in many of his works. He is a great poet/author and seeing him perform a poem about 9/11 recently really reinforced the power of his words.The Dutchman is still relevant to today. Aiesha Turman -- posted by geecheegal
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