Until the Flood

Ferguson, Missouri, 2014. The shooting death of teenager Michael Brown by a white police officer sparked weeks of protests and riots. Pulitzer Prize finalist Dael Orlandersmith interviewed a wide cross section of residents to create eight composite characters for her play. Riveting and blunt, yet compassionate, the play eschews politics and the specifics of the shooting to explore the hopes, dreams, and struggles of these regular folks as they deal with fear and trauma. And grapple with the possibility of some kind of hope.

“Achieves a great beauty by bringing us together, rather than driving us apart.” – Chicago Tribune

Maiesha McQueen stars. (Live interview on April 16 – See DETAILS tab below.) Viewing period 24/7 starting at 7 p.m. on April 21.

Content Alert: Based on real events, Until the Flood includes references to racism, bigotry, prejudice, and off-stage violence. The play contains strong adult content/language, including racial slurs. Recommended for ages 16 and older.