Staged Reading of THE AMERICANOS by Michael John Garcés
SYNOPSIS: Michael John Garcés’s politically charged, satirical play exploring the lives of immigrants, activists, and day laborers caught in the crossfire of social upheaval. The piece deals with the challenges faced by day laborers navigating immigration crackdowns, organizers, and the harsh realities of identity and belonging. Rehearses Nov 15-18 with a public reading on Nov 19.
3 roles
30s–40s. Must speak Spanish fluently. Heavy Spanish dialogue. A core character navigating the systemic realities and community pressures of the immigration crackdown.
30s–40s. Must speak Spanish fluently. Heavy Spanish dialogue. A multi-faceted or tracked role requiring strong linguistic flexibility and rapid character shifts.
30s-40s. Black, Latina or mixed. Olani is a lead site coordinator for a day laborers activist group. Committed and passionate about the work. She occasionally speaks some lines in Spanish.
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