What happens when you take one of the most famous movies ever made and give it a completely new perspective?

Blackground turns classic films into hilarious improv experiences, imagining what the Black characters might have been doing while the original story unfolds. This all-African-American comedy troupe brings together talented performers to create a fresh, unpredictable take on familiar movies. For this performance, they tackled Titanic, transforming the well-known film into a series of unexpected, ridiculous, and genuinely hilarious scenes.

The performers worked incredibly well off each other throughout the show. Their “yes, and” skills were a highlight, with each performer building on the others’ ideas and somehow keeping the chaos moving in the right direction. Even when a scene went completely off the rails, they were great at finding their way back to the main storyline without missing a beat. Their chemistry made the performance feel spontaneous and energetic, and the audience was constantly given something new to laugh at.

Overall, BlackGround was a fun, creative, and highly entertaining show. If you enjoy comedy, improv, or just want to see a familiar movie turned completely upside down, I’d definitely recommend checking out BlackGround!