The Georgia Straight proudly sponsors Social Studies

From November 21 to December 5, Social Studies takes over the Firehall Arts Centre (280 E. Cordova).

Playwright Trish Cooper's comedic work sees a South Sudanese boy get adopted by a well-intentioned Winnipeg family and struggle with adjusting to his new life.

Of Social Studies, director Donna Spencer says that it "shows the compassionate, caring side of Canadians while questioning our fears and feelings about people whose lives have been so different from ours."

There will be post-show Q&A sessions on Nobember 26 and December 3.

Tickets for Social Studies start at $23 and are available online in advance or by calling 604-689-0926.