The Courtroom: A REENACTMENT OF ONE WOMAN’S DEPORTATION PROCEEDINGS

Transcripts Arranged By Arian Moayed
Directed by James Rodríguez
June 3 - July 2, 2023

Arranged by Tony nominee Arian Moayed, THE COURTROOM tells the real-life story of an immigrant from the Philippines who faced deportation after inadvertently registering to vote while applying for a drivers license.

The show’s immersive run will be divided between a courtroom at Hamline University and the Jungle. Both settings will highlight the play’s distinctive mode of storytelling that intentionally sits on the line between reality and theatricality.

Featuring

CREATIVE TEAM

COSTUME DESIGNER Khamphian Vang
LIGHTING DESIGNER Karin Olson
SOUND DESIGNER C Andrew Mayer
STAGE MANAGER/PROPERTIES DESIGNER John Novak
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR John Lutz

Photos by Lauren B. Photography

FROM THE PRESS

"...this immersive reenactment of a woman's deportation proceedings is coldly officious and powerfully unnerving...Performed with the lights up and with minimal effects, "Courtroom" ends on an unexpected up note where we all get a reminder of the awesome privileges and responsibilities of citizenship. It's enough to make you raise a right hand."
Read more from the Star Tribune

“This was one of the best uses of a nontraditional performance space that I have been witness to…I urge everyone to avail themselves of this unique theater experience. This is theater with a social conscience brought down to the most human level possible.”
Read more from the The Stages of MN

"All of the text is taken from court transcripts, arranged by Tony nominated theater artist Arian Moayed. If that sounds dry and boring, it isn't. It's surprisingly riveting...I highly recommend checking out a performance of The Courtroom when it returns to Jungle's Uptown home. It's truly illuminating into the world of immigration and deportation..."
Read more from Cherry and Spoon

PAY AS YOU ARE TICKETS

PAY AS YOU ARE pricing asks those who routinely pay $45 for theater tickets to pay that amount; it is the actual fair market value of the ticket. If an audience member needs to pay less, they can choose to do so. Likewise by selecting to pay more than the market price, you help cover the cost of someone else’s ticket and welcome more audiences to the Jungle Theater.

Phone: 612.822.7063
Online tickets available May 10 at noon
Phone tickets available May 17 at 4pm

When purchasing tickets online or over the phone for THE COURTROOM, confirm the location of your performance date. The production will run at Hamline University’s West Hall, located at 1492 Hewitt Ave, June 1 through June 11.

MULTI-LOCATION FAQ Learn more about this show’s unique setup, special seating, and how to ensure your best viewing experience.

JUNE 3 - JULY 2, 2023

ASL INTERPRETED PERFROMANCE June 8
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE June 15
OPEN CAPTION PERFORMANCE June 6

PREVIEWS May 31 - June 2
OPENING NIGHT June 3

SPECIAL OFF-SITE HAMLINE UNIVERSITY PERFORMANCES June 1 - June 11
JUNGLE THEATER PERFORMANCE June 13 - Jul 2

* Talkbacks with local immigration attorneys who partner with Advocates for Human Rights and Immigrant Law Center of MN will be held at both locations on the Wednesday and Saturday performances, as well as Friday, June 23rd during ILCM Night.

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RUN TIME
100 minutes including a brief intermission

SHOW/CONTENT WARNINGS As a theater that cares for its people, we work hard to make our venue a safe place for all. Our patrons are welcome to leave the performance at any time to recenter in our Jungle lobby before returning to their seat.

Concerns about COVID-19 are top of mind for everyone, and when joining the Jungle for a performance, we want you to feel confident in your time with us. Please click here to learn more about our response to the coronavirus.