Will We Ever Tire of Madea?
“It’s tough, but he’s giving us work… He’s giving Black actresses work.” — K.J.*, voice actress
This is a conversation I have had with friends almost every time another Tyler Perry movie comes out. In their eyes, I left theater due to my enchantment with theory, higher education, and academia. This is true: I go to work, meet with my students, address student concerns, and head home around 5-ish every day. All of this while they are out auditioning, contacting casting agencies, and and taking classes to continue honing their craft.