Stolen Land: border crossings premieres on the East Coast
Richmond, VA, May 2, 2011 – The Conciliation Project (TCP) will present the East Coast premiere of Stolen Land: border crossings June 2-5 and June 9-11 with Artistic Director & Founder, Dr. Tawnya Pettiford-Wates directing. In a time when immigration and the rights to American citizenship are continually being questioned, as we have certainly seen in states like Arizona, “Stolen Land” recognizes the stories and experiences of Latin American and Chicano(a) peoples.
From the North American Free Trade Agreement to Arizona requiring immigrants to keep their “alien registration” documents on them at all times, we are continually inundated with stories discussing Latin American immigration. Harmful political beliefs and ideologies have developed within the United States. Stolen Land: border crossings focuses on honestly examining the historic legacy that has created this hostile environment.
This premiere is also the culmination of a 12-week residency in partnership with ART180. TCP member, Joseph Carlson, has been leading a group of ESL students at Huguenot High School through writing and theatre exercises in an effort to empower the students to speak on their experiences. This residency is also in partnership with Slam Nahuatl, a local award-winning slam poetry team.
WHAT? Stolen Land: border crossings
WHERE? Unity of Richmond, 800 Blanton Avenue, Richmond, VA 23221
WHEN? Thursday-Saturday June 2-11. Doors open at 7:30pm. Performances begin at 8pm. Special Sunday matinee June 5 at 3pm. Dialogue follows all performances. Light refreshments, coffee, and tea will be provided following the shows.
PRICE? $10 for students and seniors. $15 general admission. Tickets will be purchased at the door.
