''Cataract House'' Brings Forgotten Freedom Fighters to the Stage for Juneteenth

''Cataract House'' Brings Forgotten Freedom Fighters to the Stage for Juneteenth

Empty Space Theater hosts a play for Juneteenth called 'The Cataract House'. The story highlights the heroic actions of John Morrison in guiding enslaved people to freedom. Director Avery Gibson emphasizes the importance of portraying the pain and triumphs of ancestors. The Cataract House, a Black-owned hotel, served as a crucial hub for freedom seekers.BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:In a time when freedom was only a distant dream for many, one courageous…