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Sarasota Jewish Theatre Explores Hatred in 'Cherry Docs'
Canadian play examines how and why people turn to racism and bigotry.
Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:17am
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The Sarasota Jewish Theatre's production of 'Cherry Docs' explores the disturbing roots of hatred and racism through a powerful, minimalist visual metaphor.Sarasota TodayCanadian playwright David Gow's play 'Cherry Docs', which explores themes of hate and racism, is being performed at the Sarasota Jewish Theatre. The play, first written nearly 30 years ago, has sadly become more timely in recent years as issues of bigotry and intolerance continue to persist.
Why it matters
The play 'Cherry Docs' provides a thought-provoking examination of the roots of hatred and racism, which remain pressing societal issues. By exploring these themes, the Sarasota Jewish Theatre hopes to foster important discussions and raise awareness around the dangers of bigotry.
The details
The play 'Cherry Docs' by Canadian playwright David Gow was first performed in 1998 and is now being staged at the Sarasota Jewish Theatre. The play delves into how and why people turn to hate and racism, themes that sadly remain highly relevant today.
- The play 'Cherry Docs' premiered in 1998.
- The play was previously performed at the Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota just 7 years ago.
- The current production at the Sarasota Jewish Theatre is taking place in 2026.
The players
David Gow
The Canadian playwright who wrote the play 'Cherry Docs' nearly 30 years ago, exploring themes of hate and racism.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre
The theater company in Sarasota, Florida that is currently staging a production of the play 'Cherry Docs'.
The takeaway
The revival of 'Cherry Docs' at the Sarasota Jewish Theatre serves as a timely and important reminder of the need to confront and address the persistent issues of hatred, racism, and intolerance in our society.
