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Playwright: Catalina Florescu

Dr. Catalina Florina Florescu is a Romanian born American author who teaches at Pace University in New York and Stevens Institute in Hoboken. She holds a PhD in Contemporary Literature/Medical Humanities conferred by Purdue University. She is the author of 11 books and several book chapters. She is the sole author in the world of a breast cancer trilogy. http://www.catalinaflorescu.com/

Statement from the Author: I started to write the play because I have always hated whenever I am asked, “Where are you from?” If the dialogue started with, “What is your name? What are your passions?” my reaction would have been somewhat acceptable. I have been here since 1998 and I love my accented English. Furthermore, what happens with immigrants from Mexico and South America is a disgrace. When defining what is an “American,” my advice is to be skeptical, especially when someone veers from patriotism to jingoism. Therefore, I use this piece to protest against virulent cruelty in which some people are treated like they do not have any rights and are consequently scarred emotionally for life. On the other hand, I admire institutions, agencies, and people who have embraced D.A.C.A and immigrants knowing that a place is inasmuch fluid and alive as it allows people from various backgrounds to co-exist.

Synopsis: Connected by THE GHOST OF A HISTORY TEACHER, two pairs of characters, two teens and their respective grandfathers, from two geographically distinct places, Romania and the United States, have a chance to break all walls and look at the map of the world via theatrical devices and chance encounters. History is a live performance; actors, its messengers; and audiences must decide if their role is active or passive.