Second Chances From the Far Side

Incarcerated writers serving extreme sentences in Maryland share their powerful words—reflecting on their past, grappling with the present, and imagining what could be. Join Voices Unbarred and our partners—the Maryland Second Look Coalition, Family Support Network , and The Second Look Project—for an evening of storytelling and conversation about redemption, justice, and the fight for second chances.

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Second Chances From the Far Side

April 28, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Doors open at 6 PM)

6:30 - Performance

7:45 - Panel Discussion

True Reformer Building - Lankford Auditorium | 1200 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

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Transportation: The True Reformer Building is close to the U St Metro as well as the following bus lines: 11Y, 32, 36, 59, 63. 

Parking: We recommend taking public transportation or a ride share as street parking in this area can be limited. There is both paid and free zoned street parking in the surrounding neighborhood.

Intermission: There will be no intermission for this performance. After some brief remarks, the performance will last about an hour and the panel will last about 45 minutes. 

Accessibility: There will be sign language interpretation provided. This venue is wheelchair-accessible. 

Content Warning: Language, Serious topics; Recommended for ages 15+