Notes From the Field
Video courtesy of Royal Court Theatre on Youtube.
Notes From the Field
By Anna Deavere Smith
February 19 – March 30, 2025
Directed by: Jackie Davis
Starring: Ramona Lisa Alexander
Looking to bring a group of students to the show?
Contact Education Coordinator Voni Kengla about attending our daytime student matinees.
Challenge your assumptions, stir your emotions, and inspire yourself to action
Drawn from interviews with more than 250 students, parents, teachers and staff, Notes from the Field is a heart-wrenching tale of injustice, compassion, and hope that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
This production lays the broken criminal justice system bare and explores the harrowing experiences of students, parents, and activists fighting for justice in a system that seems determined to fail them.
This powerful performance exposes a world where schools have become a pipeline to prisons, and young black men are being systematically pushed out of the education system and into the criminal justice system. But amidst the darkness, there are rays of light, as dedicated educators, activists, and community leaders fight tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable young people.
Through powerful monologues and breathtaking performances, Notes from the Field transports you into the lives of those who have been most affected, and leaves you with a sense of hope, and a belief that change is possible.
So, if you're looking for a show that will challenge your assumptions, stir your emotions, and inspire you to action, then this production is for you. Don't miss out on a profoundly moving production – purchase your tickets today and be a part of the movement for justice and equity!
CAST
All Roles: Ramona Lisa Alexander*
Musician: Kennedy Verrett
Onstage Helper: Brian Weaver
U/S All Roles: Lauren Modica-Soloway
CREATIVE TEAM
Director: Jackie Davis
Stage Manager: Kristen Mun-Van Noy
Assistant to the Director: Aariyana Gould+
Scenic Designer: Sarah Kindler Crone
Projections Designer: Sumi Wu
Costume Designer: Wanda Walden
Lighting Designer: Erica Maholmes
Propertiess Master: Ryann St. Julien
Dramaturg: Meagan Dilworth
Cultural Competency Consultant: Keela Johnson
Education Coordinator: Voni Kengla^
Director of Production: Thyra Hartshorn°
Head Carpenter: Ryann St. Julien
Head Electrician: Joshua Yoon
Sound & Video Engineer: Saibi Khalsa
Production Apprentices: Ciel Pope+ & Aariyana Gould+
Appears as courtesy of Actor's Equity
Portland Playhouse Apprentice Company Member
Former Portland Playhouse Apprentice Company Member
~ United Scenic Artists
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