Following a pivotal election year, just outside the nation's capital, the staging of Suzan-Lori Parks' The America Play takes on profound significance. This production will illuminate vital aspects of African-American history, resonating deeply with contemporary themes of identity, representation, and belonging. Parks, a trailblazing figure in American theater, shattered barriers as the first African-American woman to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Her profound insights into the Black experience have earned her recognition as one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people. The America Play stands as a testament to her mastery, probing the complexities of race and memory against the backdrop of a nation grappling with its past and present. By bringing this powerful work to the stage, director Gerrad Alex Taylor hopes to not only honor Parks' legacy but also foster crucial conversations about the role of African-Americans in shaping the American story. This play will invite Perisphere’s community to confront their past, imagine a more inclusive future, and strive for a nation where every voice is heard and valued.