Directed by Leslie M. Scott Jones, Blood at the Root is a potent ensemble drama that shines a light on racial double standards in the justice system. Taking its title from the lyrics of “Strange Fruit,” written and composed by Abel Meeropol and made famous by Billie Holiday, and drawing inspiration from the real-life events surrounding the case of the Jena Six, Dominique Morisseau’s play follows six Black students charged with attempted murder after being provoked into a schoolyard fight. $28–30, times vary. Live Arts, 123 E. Water St. livearts.org
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