Fort Wayne Youtheatre explores racial injustice when they present Something Happened in Our Town for five shows fromFeb. 21-23 at First Presbyterian Theater. 

Based on the acclaimed children’s book of the same name, this story, directed by Marcus D. Weems, is designed for all members of the family and follows the journey of Josh and Emma after a police shooting in their community. 

Layered with compassion, humor, and relatable characters, the show presents multiple viewpoints, seeks to answer difficult questions, and hopes to plant the seeds of change in the community.