Sanctuary City

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Full-length
Drama
1W, 2M
Play

Overview

In post-9/11 Newark, NJ, two teenagers who were brought to America as children become one another’s sanctuaries from harsh circumstances. When G becomes naturalized, she and B hatch a plan to marry so that he may legally remain in the country and pursue the future he imagines for his life. But as time hurtles on and complications mount, the young friends find that this act challenges and fractures the closest relationship either has ever had.

Casting & Production

Casting

G — ages 17-21, female

B — ages 17-21, male

HENRY — older, male

G and B were born in other countries and brought to America young.
HENRY is first generation. Born in America of immigrant parents.
All have American mouths. All raised working class.

Setting

Newark and thereabouts.
2001-2006.

A bare stage. And then perhaps a surprise.

Upcoming Productions

May 09Jun 01, 2025
Theatre in the Round Players
Minneapolis, MN
Jan 23Feb 15, 2026
Dobama Theatre
Cleveland, OH

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