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Courtesy Jennifer Davis
The historic Alamo Theatre presents "Freedom Play" Nov. 14.

by Nedah Nemati
November 11, 2009

"The Historic Alamo Theatre presents Freedom Play," written by Arkansas native Jennifer Davis, on Nov. 14. Davis is the founder of the Underground Railroad Neighborhood project in Arkansas. T.U.R.N. promotes literacy through drama and theater and helps fund the production.

The arts play a large role in Davis' life, and the purpose of "Freedom Play," she says, is to "act as springboards for conversation on social issues," she says. The performance is non-traditional and played out in verse and poetry form.

The production begins with eight characters at the St. Louis airport waiting to board their plane, but their flight is delayed. The opening deals with the stereotypes and judgments that individuals often make about each other. Yet, as the characters become familiar with one another, each person starts to tell stories about their lives, and the rest of the play unfolds.

"There are a lot of messages in there and I hope the audience gets them, and also I hope that they will be able to have those conversations that have been pretty difficult to have concerning some of the issues that plagues our society now. It is also very, very entertaining and I hope they will be entertained," Davis says.

The historic Alamo Theatre (333 North Farish St.) presents "Freedom Play" Nov. 14. Tickets are $15 for students with ID and $20 for the general public. A wine and art reception will begin at 6 p.m. followed by the play at 7 p.m. During intermission, Blues singer Gwen White will perform her hit "The Repo Woman." After the play, a panel will discuss social-justice issues. Visit http://www.turnproject.org for more information.

 
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