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PIO BY PATRICIA LAWLER KENET

The Salerno’s anticipate the arrival of their son, Joey from the hospital where he is being treated for cancer. Though there is hope for his recovery, they soon learn that Joey has married his chemotherapy nurse who happens to be Black and Haitian. Interspersed with the modern story is the history of venerated Saint Padre Pio.

PART OF THE NEW YORK THEATER FESTIVAL / 2020 WINTERFEST