Fri August 9, 2019
Otherwise: Stories written by immigrant and refugee youth, produced and performed by international theatremakers
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“Don’t look back once you’re on the trip. You already gave up everything. There is a hell behind you. Better die trying than giving up.” Writer: Age 24, El Salvador
From journeys for educational advancement to harrowing escapes from danger, immigrant youths’ lives are greatly affected by the global systems and societal influences of migration.
How do they create a sense of belonging when they’re in a place that is clearly not welcoming them? Why are some immigrants accepted and others are not? And, how can they hold onto their human right to exist safely and securely without protection and respect?
In Otherwise, the stories of immigrant and refugee teens are projected from the shadows onto a theater stage, and into the hearts and minds of audiences. The youth writers of Spotlight Projects have written texts which focus on how it feels to exist “in between worlds,” when identity, belonging, and security feel out of reach. The stories offer us a glimpse into their history, and their ‘now’ realities.
“I rather have people being aggressive and mean, then begging on the streets. It’s sad. I’ve been hungry, I’ve been cold. They’re begging for money, for food, for attention, for love. They have a backstory. I have a backstory… I’m lucky that I’m still sane and that I want to keep going.”
The stories of Amjad, Euridice, Ivan, Joshua, Nahel, Oscar, and Sharaavi will be brought to the stage by an international cast of youth writers and professional theatremakers: Ivan Mendoza, José Montoya, Ely Orquiza, Diana Saaeed, and award-winning Dutch director, Gable Roelofsen. The production is produced by Monica Back-Doherty and Fanneke Verhallen in partnership with Studio 52nd, Amsterdam.
For Tickets: https://otherwiseca.bpt.me/
10% of Ticket Sales to be donated to Centro Legal de la Raza
Sunday, Aug 4 - 1 PM The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
Wednesday, Aug 7 - 8 PM Shotgun Players Studio B, Berkeley
Thursday, Aug 8 - 6 PM Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, Oakland
Friday, Aug 9 - 8 PM Manny's, San Francisco
*We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for a specific venue, please contact us.
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From journeys for educational advancement to harrowing escapes from danger, immigrant youths’ lives are greatly affected by the global systems and societal influences of migration.
How do they create a sense of belonging when they’re in a place that is clearly not welcoming them? Why are some immigrants accepted and others are not? And, how can they hold onto their human right to exist safely and securely without protection and respect?
In Otherwise, the stories of immigrant and refugee teens are projected from the shadows onto a theater stage, and into the hearts and minds of audiences. The youth writers of Spotlight Projects have written texts which focus on how it feels to exist “in between worlds,” when identity, belonging, and security feel out of reach. The stories offer us a glimpse into their history, and their ‘now’ realities.
“I rather have people being aggressive and mean, then begging on the streets. It’s sad. I’ve been hungry, I’ve been cold. They’re begging for money, for food, for attention, for love. They have a backstory. I have a backstory… I’m lucky that I’m still sane and that I want to keep going.”
The stories of Amjad, Euridice, Ivan, Joshua, Nahel, Oscar, and Sharaavi will be brought to the stage by an international cast of youth writers and professional theatremakers: Ivan Mendoza, José Montoya, Ely Orquiza, Diana Saaeed, and award-winning Dutch director, Gable Roelofsen. The production is produced by Monica Back-Doherty and Fanneke Verhallen in partnership with Studio 52nd, Amsterdam.
For Tickets: https://otherwiseca.bpt.me/
10% of Ticket Sales to be donated to Centro Legal de la Raza
Sunday, Aug 4 - 1 PM The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
Wednesday, Aug 7 - 8 PM Shotgun Players Studio B, Berkeley
Thursday, Aug 8 - 6 PM Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, Oakland
Friday, Aug 9 - 8 PM Manny's, San Francisco
*We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for a specific venue, please contact us.
“Don’t look back once you’re on the trip. You already gave up everything. There is a hell behind you. Better die trying than giving up.” Writer: Age 24, El Salvador
From journeys for educational advancement to harrowing escapes from danger, immigrant youths’ lives are greatly affected by the global systems and societal influences of migration.
How do they create a sense of belonging when they’re in a place that is clearly not welcoming them? Why are some immigrants accepted and others are not? And, how can they hold onto their human right to exist safely and securely without protection and respect?
In Otherwise, the stories of immigrant and refugee teens are projected from the shadows onto a theater stage, and into the hearts and minds of audiences. The youth writers of Spotlight Projects have written texts which focus on how it feels to exist “in between worlds,” when identity, belonging, and security feel out of reach. The stories offer us a glimpse into their history, and their ‘now’ realities.
“I rather have people being aggressive and mean, then begging on the streets. It’s sad. I’ve been hungry, I’ve been cold. They’re begging for money, for food, for attention, for love. They have a backstory. I have a backstory… I’m lucky that I’m still sane and that I want to keep going.”
The stories of Amjad, Euridice, Ivan, Joshua, Nahel, Oscar, and Sharaavi will be brought to the stage by an international cast of youth writers and professional theatremakers: Ivan Mendoza, José Montoya, Ely Orquiza, Diana Saaeed, and award-winning Dutch director, Gable Roelofsen. The production is produced by Monica Back-Doherty and Fanneke Verhallen in partnership with Studio 52nd, Amsterdam.
For Tickets: https://otherwiseca.bpt.me/
10% of Ticket Sales to be donated to Centro Legal de la Raza
Sunday, Aug 4 - 1 PM The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
Wednesday, Aug 7 - 8 PM Shotgun Players Studio B, Berkeley
Thursday, Aug 8 - 6 PM Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, Oakland
Friday, Aug 9 - 8 PM Manny's, San Francisco
*We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for a specific venue, please contact us.
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From journeys for educational advancement to harrowing escapes from danger, immigrant youths’ lives are greatly affected by the global systems and societal influences of migration.
How do they create a sense of belonging when they’re in a place that is clearly not welcoming them? Why are some immigrants accepted and others are not? And, how can they hold onto their human right to exist safely and securely without protection and respect?
In Otherwise, the stories of immigrant and refugee teens are projected from the shadows onto a theater stage, and into the hearts and minds of audiences. The youth writers of Spotlight Projects have written texts which focus on how it feels to exist “in between worlds,” when identity, belonging, and security feel out of reach. The stories offer us a glimpse into their history, and their ‘now’ realities.
“I rather have people being aggressive and mean, then begging on the streets. It’s sad. I’ve been hungry, I’ve been cold. They’re begging for money, for food, for attention, for love. They have a backstory. I have a backstory… I’m lucky that I’m still sane and that I want to keep going.”
The stories of Amjad, Euridice, Ivan, Joshua, Nahel, Oscar, and Sharaavi will be brought to the stage by an international cast of youth writers and professional theatremakers: Ivan Mendoza, José Montoya, Ely Orquiza, Diana Saaeed, and award-winning Dutch director, Gable Roelofsen. The production is produced by Monica Back-Doherty and Fanneke Verhallen in partnership with Studio 52nd, Amsterdam.
For Tickets: https://otherwiseca.bpt.me/
10% of Ticket Sales to be donated to Centro Legal de la Raza
Sunday, Aug 4 - 1 PM The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
Wednesday, Aug 7 - 8 PM Shotgun Players Studio B, Berkeley
Thursday, Aug 8 - 6 PM Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, Oakland
Friday, Aug 9 - 8 PM Manny's, San Francisco
*We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for a specific venue, please contact us.
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