Where I Come From

In this solo play performed by Jerry Metzker, 19-year-old Fergus Maloney, after experiencing political upheaval and starvation during the 19th Century Great Famine in Ireland, makes his way from his home in County Clare, Ireland, to New York City to begin a new life, only to find out that being a refugee with a suspect cultural background. Throughout his journey, Fergus faces deprivation, loss, anger, helplessness, uncertainty and hope.

Where I Come From will be playing at The American Theatre For Actors inside the Beckman Theatre, as a part of The Midtown International Theatre Festival, from June 15th-19th.