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Born in the USA (Leaving Vietnam)

Born in the USA (Leaving Vietnam)

Event Information

Date
25-25 Aug
Time
16:00
Event type
Theatre
Company name
Andy Jordan Productions with Richard Vergette
Age Rating
14+ (guidance)
Event Warnings
Contains violent themes

Born in the USA (Leaving Vietnam)

Trump’s populist slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ appeals to disillusioned war veteran Jimmy in rustbelt Michigan but his new-found politics threaten to tear his family apart – until an unexpected visit leads to a profound emotional reconciliation. Original, humorous, intensely moving storytelling, redemptive and hopeful, about overcoming trauma, and having to face it to overcome it. From award-winning actor-playwright Richard Vergette.

‘Multi-layered and masterful’ (HackneyCitizen.co.uk).

‘An excellent storyteller’ (BritishTheatreGuide.info).

‘Compelling, heart-wrenching… gripping piece of new theatre writing that should be experienced by all generations’ (FringeReview.co.uk).

‘Extraordinary tour-de-force… uplifting and devastating in equal measure’ (TheReviewsHub.com).

Written and performed by | Richard Vergette

Directed by | Andy Pearson
Produced by | Andy Jordan