Draws from the Italian term for stark contrasts between light and dark. The play delves into the social consequences of these contrasts, focusing on skin color within the Black community. Set on a cruise ship designed for Black singles, the story examines notions of beauty and worth based on skin tone—where light-skinned individuals are deemed “pretty,” and dark-skinned men are relegated to secondary roles. Adding a touch of mythological intrigue, Papa Legba, the African trickster spirit, appears in disguise as a ship steward, weaving his magic into the narrative.