We Were Here First by Kristian Stovall / Us in the U.S. - (SF International Arts Festival)

"We Were Here First" is a thought-provoking theatrical experience that challenges historical misconceptions about race, identity, and heritage in America. Through a dynamic dialogue between a child and an adult, the show delves into the complexities of Native American and African American history, exploring the origins of cornbread, colonial narratives, and the concept of being "Black." With humor and raw honesty, the performance uncovers the deep-rooted connections between Indigenous peoples and African Americans, questioning the way history has been written. This powerful piece invites audiences to rethink what it means to be American and confronts the legacies of colonization.