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About the Play

Set in the heart of Harlem, in 2013, Spades: the Play follows the story of three close friends – Gill, Cori, and Andre – who meet every Friday night for their regular, high-stakes Spades game. But this Friday, everything feels different. Three days ago, Cori and Andre crossed a line in their friendship, and now the tension between them threatens to unravel everything. As unspoken feelings bubble beneath the surface, Gill – ever the instigator – invites a new work friend to join the game. This newcomer’s shaky skills and questionable agenda throw the night into chaos, shifting alliances, revealing secrets, and forcing the group to confront truths they've long avoided.

Spades: the Play is a gripping, raw, and emotional journey about friendship, loyalty, and the delicate balance of relationships.

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Spades: the Play is not just a play. It's a movement to reclaim black storytelling, celebrate culture, and to create an unforgettable experience that will leave audiences craving more.

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FORBES - https://www.forbes.com/sites/kennethjwilliamsjr/2025/11/21/marcus-callender-brings-storytelling-back-to-the-stage-with-spades-the-play/

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Why Your Support Matters

Taking Spades: the Play on the road is a necessary component to this movement – it’s about amplifying voices, sharing authentic stories, and supporting original works by emerging playwrights like Marcus Callender. By contributing, you become a part of this creative journey, helping to fund travel, housing, set & costume design, venue rentals, and everything in between.

We invite you to join us in this exciting endeavor. Let’s make Spades: the Play a reality – one donation, one share, and one community at a time.

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