New play commemorates the history of SF's Fillmore District

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Fillmore District News

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Once known as the Harlem of the West, the Fillmore District has undergone numerous changes. A new immersive play is depicting that history, and local community members are sharing their experiences.

'It's a block full of memories,' reflected Ericka Scott, a fourth-generation Fillmore native.As she revisits the home she grew up in, Scott explained that she and her family never wanted to leave the neighborhood, but her mother had to make a difficult decision. When prices spiked after city redevelopment efforts, her mother had no choice but to sell. 'It's hard, just being the home we grew up in.

She opened her own studio in the heart of the Fillmore for local artistic showcases, and a new immersive play entitled 'The Fillmore Eclipse' is taking place there. The production re-enacts heartfelt moments when families, due to barriers like poverty, were pushed out.Actress Janel Chante, who was considering moving out of the Bay Area before getting her role in the play, says she is honored to depict the community's history.

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