What is "Funnyhouse of a Negro" about?

Who knows, it's really weird

A carnival with a house of mirrors

One woman wrestling with identity in a racialized world

"Funnyhouse of a Negro" is a play by Adrienne Kennedy that explores the complex and fragmented identity of a mixed-race woman as she struggles to navigate a racially charged society. The play incorporates elements of surrealism and examines themes of race, identity, and mental health. It follows the protagonist, Sarah, as she grapples with her sense of self and confronts the various fragments of her identity. The title refers to the idea of a "funnyhouse" or house of mirrors, symbolizing the distorted and fragmented nature of Sarah's identity.