An Acorn

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Exploring themes of silence and societal upheaval, this text for performance follows an individual's journey after losing their voice in the wake of a shocking event. It serves as a poignant poem-play reflecting on the emergence of a new world order. Originally commissioned by American Blues Theater and first produced at Brown University/Trinity Rep, it invites audiences to contemplate the power of expression and the impact of societal changes on personal identity.