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Dutchman by Amiri Baraka portrays a charged interaction between Clay, a young African-American man, and Lula, a white woman, on a New York City subway. Their conversation shifts from flirtatious to confrontational, revealing deep racial tensions and ultimately leading to a violent climax. The play reflects themes of racism, racial oppression, and black male identity, likening Lula to Eve through her offering of an apple and referencing the Flying Dutchman legend. This play includes scenes of racial violence and emotional abuse.