The Enduring Power of Athol Fugard Milwaukee Chamber Theater presents, The Island, which deals with racism and freedom in South Africa under apartheid. By Jeff Jordan - Feb 25th, 2021 05:18 pm //end headline wrapper ?> The Island. Photo by Paul Ruffolo. History tells us that in the prisons, gulags, and slave ships, the oppressors try to control their charges by taking away hope. Hope for freedom, self-expression, and the chance to live life as we choose. We have many stories of people who have withstood the torment and brutality of these situations, both real and fictional. As we celebrate Black History Month, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) offers one such story, co-written by world-renowned playwright