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PLAYWRIGHTS' ARENA
presents the world premier of
LAWS OF SYMPATHY
by OLIVER MAYER
directed by JON LAWRENCE RIVERA

LAWS OF SYMPATHY deals with our newest American immigrants -- Somali Bantu -- on the moment of their immersion into our culture. Two women arrive in the outskirts of Atlanta without knowledge of gas stoves, refrigerators, toilets or the difference between flour and borax -- but with heightened powers of observation. When the refugee resettlement worker assigned to their acculturation falls in love, the immigrants begin to see the differences between American truth and propaganda. Every step in love and life can either lead them to connection or loss, and there are no second chances.
LAWS OF SYMPATHY is a play that looks at this country with eyes wide open from the POV of its newest refugees.

Preview: Friday, February 27, 2009, $5
Opening: Saturday, February 28, 2009, $25
Regular Performances: Fri/Sat 8 PM and Sun 7 PM
through Sunday, March 29, 2009 ONLY $20

Studio/Stage
520 North Western Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(between Melrose and Beverly)

Located 2 blocks south of Melrose at Maplewood. 
(Please allow plenty of time for street parking).

FOR TICKETS CALL
213-627-4473

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