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Thread #117751   Message #2538482
Posted By: masha
12-Jan-09 - 08:22 PM
Thread Name: Minstrel Show Or Not?
Subject: RE: Minstrel Show Or Not?
Another question: Does anyone have any thoughts about the same material being performed by black performers? Is it more acceptable for a black performer to use "dese, dem, dose" or to use minstrel-era material (song, dance, costume, etc.) which some might consider racist? Less acceptable? No difference? Does it matter if this is presented in a historical context, or with explanatory information first?