Fetch Clay, Make Man

Dallas Theater Center

In the days leading up to one of Muhammad Ali's (formerly Cassius Clay) most anticipated fights, the heavyweight boxing champion forms an unlikely friendship with the controversial Hollywood star Stepin Fetchit (born Lincoln Perry). With a rhythmic script by award-winning performer and playwright Will Power and direction by Emmy Award® winner, Debbie Allen, Fetch Clay, Make Man explores the improbable bond that forms between two drastically different and influential cultural icons.

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Written by: Will Power

Directed by: Nataki Garrett