Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Italy, this play tells the story of a young Jewish boy who is taken from his family by the Catholic Church and raised as a Christian. As he grows older, he is faced with a wrenching choice: should he embrace the faith of his captors, or risk everything to return to his true identity? Meanwhile, a cast of vivid and memorable characters swirls around him, each with their own motivations and desires. Full of richly drawn characters and high-stakes drama, this play is an unforgettable journey into the heart of a turbulent time.

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