Reckless
Premiere: March 2021
Choreography: Julianna Rubio Slager
Costumes: Lorianne Robertson
A Story of Reckless Love
Julianna Rubio Slager’s 2021 World Premiere Reckless brings an ancient story of tragedy and incredible compassion into the 21st Century.
Cliché stereotypes fall apart when we look at someone’s life through their own eyes. The stories of those in the sex trade are broken, painful, and often misunderstood. Reckless delves into the tale of Gomer, the spouse of the prophet Hosea. Gomer's story has been recounted in numerous lives, typically concluding in heartache and grief. Through this narrative, we witness the unwavering devotion of Hosea, as he runs to the darkest street corners to redeem the one He loves.
"What a joy it was to witness these amazingly talented artists use their God-given skills to glorify Him and bring more discussion around the issues of trafficking and exploitation! It truly was like witnessing many of our residents' stories on stage. So many similarities. I so appreciated the amount of research and commitment to education done by the team. It shows! I know the time and effort put into that will go far beyond this production!"
- Meredith, Refuge for Women Chicago
Human trafficking is defined as “the illegal trading, selling, and exploitation of people to use them for labor or sex. It is a process by which a person’s freedom is taken away, [and they] become enslaved by others.” The International Labour Organization estimates that over 21 million people today are victims of forced labor and sex trafficking globally. Children make up almost a third of this devastating number, and women and girls account for 71% of all victims.
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