Immigration, courage and hope central to Family Fun play at Fairfield University

Immigration, courage and hope central to Family Fun play at Fairfield University

“La Maleta (The Suitcase)” comes to the Quick Center for the Arts on March 8

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (February 26, 2015) – “La Maleta (The Suitcase),” a thoughtful and uplifting tale of immigration as seen through a child’s eyes, is coming to Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 8. Part of the Quick Center’s Family Fun Series, the play is suitable for ages 8 to 13.

Tickets are $15. For tickets, contact the Box Office at www.quickcenter.com or (203) 254-4010.

“La Maleta (The Suitcase)” is the story of Roca, a 10-year-old refugee who escapes her native Colombia clutching her suitcase – inside of which she believes her grandmother is hiding. Struggling to adapt to a new city, a new school and a new way of life, Roca befriends Paz, a boy with a secret who is being bullied by their classmates. Opening the suitcase leads them to embark on an adventure where Roca finds the courage, hope and strength to adapt to her new home.

Incorporating both English and Spanish, this production will engage students’ imaginations and provide insight into what a new student who doesn’t speak their language might be feeling and thinking.

Posted On: 03-02-2015 03:03 PM

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