The Marsh Berkeley will present the world premiere of a stunning new work by film, television, and stage actor/writer Algiin Ford, "Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum," developed and directed by David Ford. Created by Algiin through the Formerly Incarcerated Peoples Project (FIPP) and developed in The Marsh Rising series, "Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum" takes audiences through the harrowing journey from the urban nightmare of addiction, incarceration, and despair to becoming a contributing member of society. By turns heart-wrenching and captivating, this persuasive solo show honors the timely, unlikely heroes and events that shaped Algiin's path from pain to redemption.
The Marsh Berkeley will present the world premiere of a stunning new work by film, television, and stage actor/writer Algiin Ford, "Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum," developed and directed by David Ford. Created by Algiin through the Formerly Incarcerated Peoples Project (FIPP) and developed in The Marsh Rising series, "Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum" takes audiences through the harrowing journey from the urban nightmare of addiction, incarceration, and despair to becoming a contributing member of society. By turns heart-wrenching and captivating, this persuasive solo show honors the timely, unlikely heroes and events that shaped Algiin's path from pain to redemption.
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