UNDER AMERICA
Under America is an epic ensemble play that explores the way that the prison industry in America effects the lives of characters from a variety of backgrounds. It begins in Chicago in spring, 2003, and follows Sam, a lesbian journalist who wants out of the closet but fears her family’s disapproval, and Michael, a black 16-year old living in public housing who is arrested and wants out of his cell. Eventually the lives of these two become intractably intertwined, throwing their families and loved ones together.
Under America was given a staged reading by Gallery 400 as part of its “Captive Audience” exhibit that featured artifacts by, for and about prison inmates.
For a copy of the script, contact Jacob at info@jacobjuntunen.com.
