The Detention Lottery
Recommended by
- Alyssa Thordarson:1 Mar. 2021“ Truly chilling picture of American immigration court abuses and the people caught in the crossfire. Excellent character development for an ensemble in a short amount of time. Love this piece. ”
- Charlotte Stowe:4 Feb. 2021“ A gripping and wrenching look into the immigration courts. O'Donnell takes the proceedings, which are never opened to the public, and utilizes the stage lights as interrogation lights. A wonderful one act for education and sparking social change! ”
Character Information
- Private AttorneyAny,,AnyAny
- Immigration Judgeadult,,AnyAny
- Department of Homeland Security AttorneyAny,,AnyAny
- Court ClerkAny,Any
Development History
- ,Reading,Saint Mark's Cathedral Drama Ministry, Seattle, WA2018
Production History
- ,University,Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, New Play Program, Region IV2021
- ,Community Theater,Aid to Immigrants Northwest2019
- ,Community Theater,Temple Beth Am, Seattle2019
- ,Community Theater,Six separate nonprofit organizations in the Seattle area2019
- ,Community Theater,Saint James Immigrant Assistance2019
- ,Community Theater,Saint James Immigrant Assistance2019
- ,Community Theater,Delridge Neighborhood Association, Seattle, WA2018
- ,Community Theater,Our Lady of Guadalupe Immigration Committee, Seattle, WA2018
Awards
Selection
John Cauble One Act Play
Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, New Play Program, Region IV
2021