Branden Jacobs-Jenkins nearly dropped a key course at NYU that led to his collaboration with Alina Troyano, resulting in the play 'Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!', exploring creative legacy.
The play stars Alina Troyano as both herself and her alter ego Carmelita, a character that critiques bigotry, misogyny, and colonialism through humor and camp.
Their collaboration showcases how culturally specific art can evolve, raising a complex question about identity: Can one own the persona of another who has already inhabited their life?
Set against the backdrop of Soho Rep's relocation, 'Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!' highlights generational change and the impact of legacy in artistic expression.
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