Burien Little Theatre is sponsoring a performance of Seattle Latino theater eSe Teatro's bilingual (Spanish/English) staged reading of "Passport," an absurdist play about immigration on Saturday, March 5 at 2 p.m.

The play will be presented at the Burien Community Center Annex, 425 SW 144th Street.

Full of politics and humor, "Passport" is written by Gustavo Ott, translated by Heather L. McKay and directed by Arlene Martinez-Vickers.

Audiences do not have to be fluent in both languages to enjoy and understand. They will experience an innovative staged reading where Spanish and English are expertly woven together by bilingual actors, challenging the audience to comprehend beyond language.

Without need for subtitles or written translations, witnesses are plunged into the world of body language, gestures and the intense desire to comprehend.

In "Passport," Eugene wakes up from his nap during his train journey, and finds himself in a country where they speak a language he cannot understand. An initial attempt to ask for directions becomes days of torture and imprisonment and, ultimately, Eugene's desperate journey to comprehend beyond language and cultural barriers. The play is suitable for ages 13 and older.

"Passport" responds to eSe Teatro's mission to present contemporary pieces that represent the Latino experience to Seattle audiences, in English and/or Spanish.

Admission is $5 and includes a post-reading panel on immigration hosted by Latinos for Community Transformation.

Reading tickets may be purchased online at www.burienlittletheatre.org or by calling 206-242-5180.