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Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández Lead 'Sanctuary City' Benefit Reading
Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández star in New York Theatre Workshop's benefit reading of Martyna Majok's 'Sanctuary City' for RAICES.
In brief
Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández star in New York Theatre Workshop's benefit reading of Martyna Majok's 'Sanctuary City' for RAICES. The benefit reading supports immigrant and refugee asylum efforts through a story about two teens finding sanctuary in post-9/11 Newark. Originally reported by Variety.
New York Theatre Workshop Benefit
Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández lead a benefit reading of Martyna Majok's 'Sanctuary City' at New York Theatre Workshop.
“The Oct. 9 reading, produced by Level Forward and Colt Coeur, will benefit the nonprofit RAICES, which supports and promotes justice efforts on behalf of immigrants and refugees who are seeking asylum.”
Playwright's Background
Martyna Majok is a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright known for 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and 'Hadestown'.
Story Focus
The play centers on two immigrant teenagers in post-9/11 Newark, N.J. finding sanctuary from each other.
Beneficiary Details
RAICES is a nonprofit supporting immigrants and refugees seeking asylum through justice efforts.
Reading Purpose
The Oct. 9 benefit reading aims to raise funds for RAICES' work with asylum seekers.
The big picture
The benefit reading supports immigrant and refugee asylum efforts through a story about two teens finding sanctuary in post-9/11 Newark.
