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Choir Boy is a play by American dramatist Tarell Alvin McCraney, first produced in 2012. It centers on Pharus Young, a gifted student leading the gospel choir at the fictional Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys, an elite institution for young Black men. Conflicts surrounding Pharus's sexuality, religious tradition, school discipline, and competing ideas of masculinity unfold through dialogue and a cappella spirituals, making choral performance part of both the story and its dramatic structure.
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Choir Boy ranks #162 of 203 in the Play ranking, behind Enron, ahead of The Shadow Box.
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How good is Choir Boy?
Choir Boy scores 7.65/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Play category. Respected McCraney play with strong music and identity themes; less awards-dominant than top contemporary peers.
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