Overview
PLANTATION BLACK is a compelling tale that unfolds through two distinct timelines, delving into the history of the Prioleau family. For nearly two centuries, since 1822, the Loch Dhu Plantation in South Carolina has remained under the ownership of the Prioleau family, comprising both White owners and the Black slaves they once possessed. In the year 2017, the White Prioleau descendants reach out to their Black counterparts in an attempt to resolve the ownership of the land and the distribution entitlements. They all have the same last name and share common biological ancestors. However, their bonds are as deep as the paper claiming half of the Prioleau tree as property.
Casting & Production
Casting
The Black Prioleau Family
In 2017
Tasha, 32. Female. Black. Queer. Lawyer.
Jonathan, 29. Male. Black. Queer. Photographer.
Big Mom. 65. Female. Black. Queer. Historian.
In 1860 – 1865
Morning. 25. Female. Black. Queer. Slave. Pregnant. Played by Tasha.
Abraham. 30. Male. Black. Queer. Slave. Played by Jonathan.
Big Mom. 65. Female. Black. Queer. Slave. Played by Big Mom.
The White Prioleau Family
In 2017
Kate. 32. Afab. White. Non-Binary. Artist.
Elise. 25. Female. White. Queer. Grad Student.
Davis. 29. Male. White. No idea. Manager at Whole Foods.
In 1860 – 1865
Bet. 32. Afab. White. Non-Binary, Male Presenting when possible. Played by Kate.
Mary. 25. Female. White. Straight. Played by Elise.
Davis. 29. Male. White. No Idea. Owner.
Setting
Time
In 2017.
In 1860 – 1865.
Place
Outside.
The front wraparound porch and lawn of the Loch Dhu Plantation.
Called the Big House.
White-yellow with a rust-colored wooden roof.
Two front doors that are not attached.
The house whispers when no one is looking.
