A divorced mother receives a notice in the mail that she must appear at a hearing where her deportation will be discussed. This has come up because she applied to be a US Citizen while she has two minor drug convictions on her record. She has lived in Chicago since she was a child and can’t even imagine leaving her daughter, father, and friends behind. 

Sandra Delgado has written a great start and middle with this play, but the ending feels abrupt. It’s not satisfying and it leaves the audience wondering what happens next. Perhaps an intermission should be added followed by a jump forward in time which could provide more resolution. Join the Pro-Intermission movement here. 

Sandra Delgado (La Havana Madrid, La Ruta) is superb as the mother who is on stage for the entire play going through a whole range of emotions. Ramon Camin is solid as the grandfather. Brian King is very kind and caring as the father, which makes the audience wonder why they broke up. Charlotte Arias is very impressive as the daughter. 

Cost of a ticket: $82 (Main Floor)

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Rating Scale: Exceptional > Good Value > Discounted > Go for Free > Don’t Bother

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Quinn Delaney