The Refugees
By Brent Askari
January 11 - February 4, 2024World Premiere
Directed by Marshall Jones III
Equal parts amusing and thought-provoking, The Refugees is a bold new play exploring patriotism, identity, and belonging.
The Refugees
After a well-to-do Connecticut family unexpectedly ends up as refugees in the Middle East due to a civil war in the United States, their charmed life comes to an abrupt end. Lawyer Yates, socialite Poppy, and their 17-year-old son Wynn are suddenly fish out of water, at odds with their new home and with each other. When Yates gets involved in a hapless scheme to emigrate to Europe, hijinks ensue and the family is forced to choose between embracing their new reality or returning to the way things used to be. Equal parts amusing and thought-provoking, The Refugees is a bold new play exploring patriotism, identity, and belonging.
Runtime
2 hours and 30 minutes including a 15 minute intermission
More Information
ASL Interpreted Performance: January 20th, 2024 at 2:00PM
Playhouse Playdates: January 28 at 3PM and February 4 at 3PM
Playhouse Playdate is a unique and engaging program designed to provide an enriching experience for both children and parents. While parents enjoy a captivating theatre performance, children get the opportunity to unleash their creativity and imagination through dynamic creative drama games and activities.
Led by experienced facilitators, the young participants engage in a series of interactive and age-appropriate drama games that encourage self-expression, teamwork, and the development of communication skills. As children create, explore, and learn through creative drama, parents enjoy their theatre experience with peace of mind, knowing that their kids are having a delightful and educational playdate of their own.
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Well, let me tell you something, Yates Sutton: You are not exceptional. You were lucky to be born at a certain time and a certain place but now it seems your luck’s run out.
Sam
The Refugees
Our Cast & Crew
Cast Members
Creative
Brent Askari
Playwright
Marshall Jones III
Director
Michael Cassara, CSA
Casting
Dahlia Al-Habieli
Scenic Designer
Ivania Stack
Costume Designer
José Santiago
Lighting Designer
Lindsay Jones
Sound & Music Designer
Kelli Karen
Stage Manager
Rick Sordelet
Fight Director
Audience Engagement Events
The Refugees Pre-Show Discussions
Sunday, January 14 @ 2:15PM
Wednesday, January 17 @ 1:15PM
Wednesday, January 17 @ 6:45PM
Wednesday, January 31 @ 1:15PM
Wednesday, January 31 @ 6:45PM
Sunday, February 4 @ 2:15PM
Actor Talkback: The Refugees
January 18, 2024 following the 7:30PM performance
Curtain Conversation: The Refugees
January 28, 2024 following the 3:00PM performance
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Star Sponsors: Cindy & Tony Panzica
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