Saddam's Lions

by Jacob Juntunen

After her return from Iraq, Rashida skips out on her own homecoming party. Her brother, Jon, wants to help her reintegrate into society, but she is convinced that no one will understand after her time with Saddam’s lions.

After her return from Iraq, Rashida skips out on her own homecoming party. Her brother, Jon, wants to help her reintegrate into society, but she is convinced that no one will understand after her time with Saddam’s lions.

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Saddam's Lions

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  • Bryan Stubbles: Saddam's Lions by Jacob Juntunen
    “

    Pretty strong play. Really emphasizes the differences between those who've been in wars and those who haven't. A good read and a good play.

    Pretty strong play. Really emphasizes the differences between those who've been in wars and those who haven't. A good read and a good play.

    ”
African American woman in her twenties (African American female in her 20s)
African American man in his twenties (African American male in his 20s)

Development History

  • Workshop, Vet Arts Project, 2009

Production History

  • University, University of Southern California, 2014
  • University, SIU, 2013
  • Professional, Source Festival, 2010
  • Professional, Studio Players, 2010