Matrix Theatre Company premieres its newest original production, “Vanished” on March 12, 2010. “Vanished” is a creation of Matrix’s Young Playwrights, who will perform the play in partnership with adult mentors trained in the Matrix way. “Vanished” is the story of a family literally torn apart by immigration laws and enforcement policies.
Set in present-day Southwest Detroit, “Vanished” shows one family’s struggle to live the American Dream, a struggle that is defined differently for parents born abroad and their kids born in the U.S. It deals with the realities of life for immigrant families without preaching or choosing sides.
“Vanished” was created in keeping with Matrix’s mission, to use the transformative power of theatre to change lives, build community and foster social justice. The Young Playwrights who created “Vanished” researched the history of U.S. immigration laws, learned about the recent changes made to enforcement policies, and explored the myths and prejudices at work in the formation of public opinion about immigrants. The result of their efforts is a new work that is designed to open discussion, so that audiences can share their ideas and experiences about an issue that impacts the lives of tens of thousands of Detroiters.
Matrix’s newly configured theatre is an intimate space that ensures that all the action can be seen from every seat. Matrix’s Inclusive Theatre Initiative also insures that “Vanished” is available to all, with parking, seating, and restroom facilities accessible to everyone. Audio description will be available on March 21 and March 26, and assistive listening devices are offered at every show. Guest speakers will host “Talk-backs” at select performances. “Talk-backs” are post-performance events where audiences can meet the creative team behind the play and take part in guided discussions about the play’s themes.
“Vanished” runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. from March 12, 2010 through March 28, 2010, at Matrix Theatre Company, 2730 Bagley Street in Detroit.
Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students (with ID) and seniors (65 or older). Children 12 and under pay $8 with an adult. There are no discounts offered for Saturday performances. Special rates are offered for groups of 10 or more.
Tickets can be purchased for the upcoming production by calling Matrix Theatre Company’s box office at 313-967-0599, and more information is available at www.matrixtheatre.org.
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