Cory Michael Smith of "C*ck". Image via YouTube.
C*ck, the controversial new British import by Mike Bartlett, begins previews Off-Broadway on May 1 at the Duke Theater — but what exactly is C*ck? Well, first off, it’s an Olivier Award-winning play that tackles sexual politics in our post-gay world as a young man falls in love with a woman, much to his boyfriend’s displeasure. Secondly, it’s a show that is causing ripples because its title can’t be printed by some news outlets. In addition, and speaking from experience, it’s part of a phrase (“c*ck play”) that one should be very careful about googling; my browser history is still blushing. Try “c*ck play off-broadway” perhaps?
But don’t take my word for it, watch this video sneak preview as the cast and creative staff explain it all for you…