History tends to repeat itself, but we can avoid that by never forgetting one of the darkest chapters in human history. To make sure that never happens, the El Paso Community Foundation and El Paso Holocaust Museum and Study Center will present “What Once Was…A Holocaust Remembrance Play,” on Monday, January 27, at the Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center in El Paso.
“What Once Was” is a moving multi-sensory experience of poetry, visual images, music, dance and vivid description, in which an emotion is evoked that transforms spectators into personally involved witnesses at the trial of modern civilization. The result is a poignant message to the world in which we live, to remind us evil still exists and how vital it is to recognize and embrace the critical lessons of Holocaust history on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
A reimagined concept by Director Georgina Escobar of the Holocaust Remembrance program, this moving and topical performance piece was originally produced on May 4, 1981 at the Chamizal National Memorial Theatre, by Sally Gilbert and Norma Geller, based on extensive historical research.
What Once Was will bring history to the forefront at 7 p.m., Monday, January 27, at the Plaza Theatre, 125 W. Mills Ave., El Paso. Admission is free. No tickets are required. The Plaza Theatre is now cashless and has a clear bag policy. Info: WhatOnceWas.play@gmail.com.