Baker’s Darkey Plays

Baker's Darkey Plays is a collection of short plays that were written in the black face tradition and performed as part of minstrel shows in the early 20th century. Although these plays are culturally insensitive by today's standards, they provide a fascinating look into the history of American theater and popular culture.

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