For Bo: A Play Inspired by the Murder of Botham Jean by Officer Amber Guyger is written by award-winning playwright and theatre professor Ayvaunn Penn (Columbia University Dean’s Fellow, MFA Playwriting Class of 2018). This fictional narrative unpacks the unfortunate tragedy that befalls the Jones family when brother and son Bo Jones is murdered in his own home by police officer Amy Guy. Through contemporary free verse poetry, rhythm, and percussion this play explores the issues leading to Bo Jones’ death and how society, particularly the African-American community, grapples with the resulting trauma through social media. Most of all For Bo reminds us of the monumental, life-changing weight of our decisions – that each thought and subsequent action has the power to change tomorrow for worse or for better. To learn more about For Bo and how you can advocate for positive social change through the #ForBo Initiative, visit TheForBoInitiative.com.