Synopsis/About
This five-day festival of resistance is designed to bring the performing arts community together to learn, organize, and embed migration justice into everything we do- from the lobby to the stage. This program is produced in collaboration with: Produced by Boundless Theatre Company, Center for Performance Research, Immigrant Theatermakers Alliance, Theatre Advocacy Project, Solidarity Organizing Initiative, White Bird Productions
THE STAGE PROTECTS US is a coalition of Performing Artists for Immigrant Justice.
We are working on a citywide initiative uniting two powerful ecosystems: frontline organizers working to protect immigrant New Yorkers, and a broad network of performing artists ready to take action. We believe artists have a specific role to play in mobilizing and amplifying resistance to inhumane immigration policy.
We are working on a citywide initiative uniting two powerful ecosystems: frontline organizers working to protect immigrant New Yorkers, and a broad network of performing artists ready to take action. We believe artists have a specific role to play in mobilizing and amplifying resistance to inhumane immigration policy.
Cast/Crew
EVENT SCHEDULE
DAY 1 – Tuesday, March 31
SAFE LOBBYS: Rehearsing Your Rights & Bystander Training
This workshop will cover the basics of what to do if you encounter federal agents in the streets, at your home, or in the lobby of your performing arts facility. 7 PM – 9PM.
DAY 2 – Wednesday, April 1
SAFE STAGES: Playwriting Workshop: Stories of Resistance.
How do we engage and stage stories of migration safely and respectfully? Professional playwrights will lead a workshop exploring stories of resistance. 6 PM – 8 PM.
DAY 3 – Thursday, April 2
SAFE SYSTEMS: Theatre Advocacy Project Hosts Wine & Conversation w/ Immigrant Theater Maker’s Alliance.
This event will explore how performing arts spaces can foster a workplace culture that supports and empowers immigrant artists. This section invites performing artists, administrators, producers, and leaders to identify and address gaps in our sectors’ hiring & compensation practices. Discuss ways your production, practice, or organization can better support immigrant artists and be part of building a more inclusive sector. 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
DAY 4 – Friday, April 3
SAFE SYSTEMS PART. 2: Solo Short Works Salon, followed by a conversation with artists
An evening of excerpted work from several artists, followed by conversation about how our cultural infrastructure shapes lives and informs their practice. 7 PM – 9 PM.
DAY 5 – Saturday, April 4th
THE HORIZON: Reading of “How To MELT ICE” by Amalia Oliva Rojas and Fundraising Party
Directed by Elena Araoz. The performance will be followed by a short panel discussion with guest speakers and dance party. 2 PM – 6 PM.
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