During the one of the most tumultuous years in American history, Canaan tells the coming-of-age story of a teenager and his community, caught between love, activism, and spirituality. In 1968, generations collide as Washington, D.C. neighbors must decide where there loyalties lie when the Civil Rights Movement takes a turn.
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Canaan
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Shaun Leisher:
14 Feb. 2023
“
An absolutely stunning coming of age play about what home and freedom really means. PRODUCE THIS PLAY!!! ”
Zoe Jovanovich:
31 Jul. 2018
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Every character shines with their own unique sense of humor and perspective. Watson weaves multiple character storylines together with poetic language and heart. If you are looking for a solid ensemble cast, with depth and strong, distinctive personalities, this is the play to produce. ”