the un-blessed

if the bible were a movie,

this piece is about the extras

the un-blessed

a poetry reading // solo show 

by Elena Victoria Feliz

in partnership with UrbanTheater Company

ABOUT

The un-blessed is a biblical reimagining. If the Bible were a movie, this piece is about the extras.
What does it mean to know that world defining events are happening around you, and you exist in the margins,
that you are not among the chosen? Does it make you angry? Do you give up? Do you try anyway – even if you
doubt there is a god who believes in you? In the face of despair, disaster, war, miracles (or their absence), and
the fear of being forgotten after we are gone, the un-blessed is a poetic exploration of the human capacity for
hope.

A BRIEF EXCERPT

blessed are those who are collateral

in the stories of those we think we know, 

the martyrs in the margins 

for the world was built on their backs 

their hearts are sacred too 

blessed are the forgotten, 

for they shall inherit the imagination of 

those who care enough to try

CONTENT ADVISORY

This piece contains mature themes and is recommended for mature audiences (17+). A more detailed content advisory is available upon request at the time of the event.