What is "Funnyhouse of a Negro" about?

A carnival with a house of mirrors

One woman wrestling with identity in a racialized world

Who knows, it's really weird

"Funnyhouse of a Negro" is actually a play written by Adrienne Kennedy that explores the inner struggles of a young black woman as she grapples with her identity in a world that is defined by race and societal expectations. The play delves into themes of self-hatred, internalized racism, and the complexities of personal identity. The title refers to the protagonist's mind being like a "funnyhouse" or a distorted mirror house, where she sees different reflections of herself and struggles to find her true sense of self.