Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is the new 2020 Netflix film based on the stage play of the same name. This episode explores not only the history of the play and who Ma Rainey was in history, but also dives into the themes, plot and characterization of this moving work. Richie and Jeff discuss how moving the performances are in the film, as well as why creating the film production of this play is important in today’s society.

*This podcast will include spoilers*

Thanks for listening! Please leave us a review if you love our Theatre & Pop conversations.

Follow us on Instagram: @twoworldsent

Visit our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com

Support the show

If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review.

Share your thoughts with us on this episode below:

On Instagram: @halfhourpodcast

On TikTok: @halfhourpodcast

On our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices