Canaan

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
    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.

Production History

  • University
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    UVA Drama
    ,
    2018

Awards

Winner
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Undergraduate Playwriting Award
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Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
,
2018
Winner
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Clay E. Delauney Memorial Award
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University of Virginia
,
2018
Selection
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Lorrain Hansberry Award
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Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
,
2018