Cuffed
Lighting Designer
Theatre 503
September 2023
How do you show and receive love as a Black man, especially a Black, openly gay roadman, when you have no guide?
Aidyn and Kairo are perfect together; they figured it out and have something strong that works for them. But one night after a party, the strength of their love is put to the ultimate test, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy and changing their relationship forever.
In his debut play, a queer, romantic multiverse drama about first love and jealousy. Ashley Byam explores the complexities of Black masculinity, the queer experience and what it means to have the perfect relationship. As the story unfolds and challenges arise, the play asks – what aspects of ourselves are we prepared to sacrifice to pursue the picture-perfect “romcom” ending?
Written by Ashley Byam
Directed by Ashley Byam
Set Design by Djordje Jovanovic
Costume Design by Claudine Sawan
Produced by Molly Moody
Assistant Produced by Tsipora St. Clair Knights
Dramaturgy by Rikki Beadle-Blair
Intimacy Direction by Enric Ortuño
Voice Coaching by Diarm Scahill
Production Dramatherapy by Wabriya King
Casting by Oliver Scullion
Stage Managed by Danielle Adeyinka-Uche
Photography by Korey J Ryan