Story and photo by Anne Hall

Staff Writer

“Dreams in the Sand” is a small production that conveys a heavy message.

When attending the performance on opening night on Thursday, April 17, audiences were greeted by a small theater that projected desert scenes for a backdrop as Spanish music played. The “desert” floor was represented by khaki colored burlap that was ruffled over to look like sand filled the stage.

The advertising poster for the show made it clear that this performance would more than likely convey loss and sorrow.  Little did the audience know that they were in for a reflective series of takes that trigger public awareness regarding violent acts of Racism towards the present day Hispanic communities in the local area and in the United States?

These stories specifically take place in North County San Diego, so the shock of knowing that these events have been carried out in our own backyard strike one directly to the heart. Plus the added value of these stories, not often told outside of Hispanic communities, allow the audience to immerse themselves in a new cultural reality.  Most time stories like these are swept under the rug and overlooked by many.

Audiences are already swarming to witness this historical and interesting debut.  This is a show that you are not likely to forget.  Please take the chance to witness history in the making.

“Dreams in the Sand’s” next performance is Thursday, April 25 at 8:00 pm in Arts 111 and will continue nightly performances until Saturday April 27. General admission is $15 and $10 for students. Tickets are purchased at the door.