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Oakton’s ‘Powerless Gods’ presents a poignant look at urban education April 22-23
A staged reading that takes an unflinching look at the problems of urban education will be presented April 22-23, at Oakton.
“Powerless Gods,” a staged reading that takes an unflinching look at the problems of urban education, will be presented 8 p.m. Saturday, April 22, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 23, at Oakton Community College’s Studio One Theater, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines.
Written by Tina Fakhrid-Deen, Oakton professor of English, and directed by Veronda Carey, assistant professor of speech and theater, “Powerless Gods” entertains the heart by lighting the way toward hope, freedom and empowerment while tackling serious topics, including politics, class and identity.
General admission tickets are $8. Purchase online at www.oakton.edu/tickets or call 847-635-1900.
