One Sleepy Night - Detroit

Based on the 1942 Sleepy Lagoon murder, this event delves into a pivotal moment of racial injustice in Los Angeles. The death of José Gallardo Díaz led to the arrest of seventeen Mexican-American youths, who were convicted amid a highly publicized and prejudiced trial.

The case became a symbol of racial tensions and foreshadowed the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943. Attendees can expect a dramatic retelling of this historical tragedy, exploring themes of discrimination and the fight for justice.