2023 Juneteenth Milly Sawyers Project

The image depicts a theatrical performance on a stage with eight individuals dressed in vintage-style attire, each holding red scripts. The scene is illuminated by stage lights, creating a focused atmosphere. One person stands on a box, central to the scene, while others are positioned variously around her—some seated on stools and one person kneeling. To the right, a ladder is incorporated into the staging, with two individuals interacting around it. The background consists of black curtains, while an audience is partially visible in the foreground, silhouetted against the stage. The performers appear engaged in a dramatic or scripted reading, indicative of a play or recital, capturing a moment of intensity and concentration.