WORKSHOPPING

"8-24-9" is a Movement piece devised in response to the dual-identity of being a Laos-American. From 1964 to 1973, the U.S. dropped more than two million tons of ordnance on Laos during 580,000 bombing missions - equal to a planeload of bombs every 8 minutes, 24 hours a day, for 9 years - making Laos the most heavily bombed country per capita in history. This workshop reading, was the catalyst for the physical life of the piece which will be presented at a future date
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Part of Fertile Ground: A City-wide Festival of New Works

Theatre Diaspora is Oregon’s only professional Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) theatre company, committed to portraying authentic AAPI cultural, historical, and social perspectives to reach broad audiences. By strongly advocating through compelling performances and post-show discussions, we are bridging communities to foster inclusion, social-awareness, and open conversations on race and cultural diversity – celebrating the AAPI experience.Adapted by Anita Menon and Sarah Jane Hardy

Most enjoyed by ages 5 and up

What is your homeland? Can you call a place 'home' without having ever set foot in that country? Many Americans find that their own roots are foreign to them. This project will record the journey of several individuals as they dive into their identities and native lands.