Tommy Dorfman Discusses His Role In The Play, "Daddy"

Published: Feb. 20, 2019, midnight

In Jeremy O. Harris’ searing new play "Daddy," a world premiere co-production from The New Group and Vineyard Theatre, Franklin, a young black artist on the verge of his first show, meets Andre, an older white art collector, and before long their feverish link deepens into an irresistible bond. But when Franklin’s Christian mother, Zora, decides that her son is in peril, she enters into a battle of wills with Andre over the soul of the man they both call baby. Basquiats and Birkins, gospel and pop, and fantasy and reality collide around a Bel Air swimming pool in this deeply surreal exploration of intimacy and identity. Tommy Dorfman took the BUILD stage to discuss the play.