Not a Genuine Black Man: Long-Running Hit Solo Show Reviews & Ratings

Kudos to Brian Copeland and the Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre for providing an exquisite night of intimate entertainment. The 40 seater space had the atmosphere of an off-Broadway theater and then the show itself was truly wonderful. The...continued

This man needs his hbo special. So moving and entertaining and necessary for our times. The cozy theater was well air-conditioned too!

Brilliant. Thoughtful, funny and deeply human. Congratulations to the brave and honest Brian Copeland—a force time be reckoned with. Brian is a Genuine American Educator.

Very, very thought provoking material. The intellectuals will leave with points to discuss for days after experiencing the the passion, the pain, and crazy of what defines a black man as presented in the play.

4 stars instead of 5 stars because...continued

If you can love a racist based play. I personally have a hard time with the word
"nigger" but ... He had my attention the whole time. The theater was extremely
small. What surprised me was that most of the audience was white. I liked the...continued

It was exceptional! I came with my family & all of us truly enjoyed the presentation. It was a rollercoaster of emotions that we all were able to relate to. Bouts of humor & tender moments mixed with anger & compassion. All & all a great show....continued

ONE OF THE BEST OVERALL SHOWS I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME. HE WAS TOTALLY CAPTIVATING AND HELD OUR ATTENTION AND INTEREST THROUGHOUT!! MY YOUNGER BROTHER CAME WITH ME UNWILLINGLY AND LEFT THE SHOW THANKING ME FOR INVITING HIM. REALLY HOPE MORE...continued

Great intimate space. Compelling story that makes you remember how communities were in the 60s & 70s, which was not that long ago! It touched on many themes that are still relevant today. I loved how the flashbacks were seamless.
Very happy that...continued

Powerful and impactful show

A must see. What a terrific performance. I can completely understand how this show ran for years in Northern California! It was so good, I felt guilty for not paying for a ticket to support Brian’s craft. He was amazingly open and vulnerable and...continued

Loved it....highly recommend!

Mr. Copeland one person show was amazing. As a Black person I could totally relate to his upbringing and the struggle for acceptance in this society. His story was masterfully told and personally moving. I will definitely tell others of this play....continued

Amazing and relatable

I went to this show on a lark, not really knowing what to expect and I was so happy I went! It was powerful, funny and inspiring. A much needed injection of humanity into the world, especially at this particular time in history. Brian's attention...continued

Thank you so much for reviving your show and bringing it to LA just as my friend was visiting from Indiana. We appreciated your candor and admired your honest and intricately interwoven story about life, love and loss.

Very moving and enlightening story. If you are looking for a thought provoking story this is it , Brian is amazing !