Brothers Of Affliction

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St. Louis native Paris Crayton III brings his play Brothers of Affliction home following productions in Atlanta and Los Angeles. Set in St. Louis, the play follows three brothers whose love for one another is tested by the pain they carry. The eldest is hurting. The middle brother is running. The youngest is loving. Inside a home marked by turmoil, their struggle to protect each other exposes wounds that family loyalty alone cannot heal. Written and directed by Crayton, the production explores mental health, trauma, and the pressures surrounding Black masculinity. It asks what happens when men are expected to be strong while struggling to speak about their pain. The cast features O’Bryan A. Neely (The Outsider), Elijah Rashad Reed (Doom Patrol), and Phillip McNair (Jess Goes West). Each performance will be followed by a talkback with a mental health therapist, giving audiences an opportunity to discuss the themes explored in the play. Presented by PC3 Productions and Nia B. Smith. Visit https://brothersofaffliction.com for tickets and more information. VENUE Greenfinch Theatre 2525 S. Jefferson Ave. St. Louis, MO 63104 PERFORMANCES Thursday, November 5th, 2026: 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 6th, 2026: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 7th, 2026: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 8th, 2026: 3:00 p.m. All performance times are local St. Louis time. TICKETS $35 in advance $40 at the door $25 group rate for six or more people $20 student tickets WEBSITE / MORE INFORMATION https://brothersofaffliction.com CONTENT ADVISORY Strong language, violence, and mature themes, including trauma and mental health struggles. INTERMISSION One 10-minute intermission. POST-SHOW DISCUSSION A 30–45-minute talkback with a mental health therapist follows each performance. ORGANIZER PC3 Productions CONTACT Paris Crayton III Pariscrayton@gmail.com