Freedom High
Freedom High by Adam Kraar, published by Original Works Publishing in 2015, is a dramatic exploration set in June 1964, during a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement. This edition, comprising 100 pages, presents a narrative inspired by actual events, focusing on the experiences of Jessica, a young white volunteer who joins a group training to help register Black voters in Mississippi. Unaware of the dangers that lie ahead, she immerses herself in non-violent tactics while attempting to connect with a veteran of the Movement.
Readers will find a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by Civil Rights workers, particularly as the story unfolds with the mysterious disappearance of three workers. The play delves into the emotional and physical risks involved in the mission, prompting Jessica and her fellow volunteers to confront their motivations and the complexities of their involvement. With themes rooted in history and the dynamics of race relations, Freedom High offers insight into a transformative period in the United States, making it relevant for those interested in drama, theater, and American history.
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Synopsis: Inspired by actual events, FREEDOM HIGH takes place in June 1964, when black Civil Rights workers trained hundreds of white volunteers to work in Mississippi registering blacks to vote. Jessica, a young white volunteer, has no idea has no idea how dangerous – both physically and emotionally – the project will be. Instead, she throws herself into learning non-violent tactics and stubbornly trying to befriend an angry, wounded veteran of the Movement.
When three Civil Rights workers who’d been at the training the previous week disappear, the volunteers are forced to decide if they can risk their lives for a mission that seems doomed. Jessica discovers the deep – sometimes dark – complexity of her motivations, and those of everyone else involved.
Cast Size: 4 Males, 3 Females (with doubling). Up to 16 actors may be used
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