To launch ENGAGE there will be a performance of Mother Tongue by Springfield-based First Generation Ensemble at 6pm on Tuesday, February 21st, in Emily Dickinson Hall (EDH).

Inspired by events and family stories from Congo/Tanzania, Bhutan/Nepal, South Sudan, Holyoke, and Springfield, Massachusetts, Mother Tongue incorporates movement, music, dance, and text in Arabic, Swahili, Nepali, and English.

“Mother Tongue” was created by the Performance Project’s resident youth performing ensemble, First Generation. This ensemble brings together young adults ages 15-22 who self-identify as "first generation,” for artistic training, leadership development, and inter-generational mentoring.

The 90 minute piece incorporates themes of language, culture, identity, diaspora, and racism in the form of the school to prison pipeline, among others. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. 

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Limited space available. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

We'll be providing light refreshments prior to Tuesday's (2/21) performance. There will also be time to engage with cast members after the performance.