BARRIO RISING The Protest That Built Chicano Park

Victoria Villarreal brings this story of community activism to life with her stirring narration. Smoothly shifting between English and Spanish, Villarreal tells the story of a girl joining her community to demand a park in their neighborhood. The community of Barrio Logan, San Diego's oldest Chicano neighborhood, has wanted a park for years, but they've been ignored. After discovering that a police station is under construction, the people protest with a 12-day occupation of the construction site. An author's note with historical context concludes. Villarreal uses various voices and tones to portray multiple characters throughout the production. Music, present throughout the story, adds ambiance. Sound effects, such as city noises, voices using a bullhorn, and sounds from a construction site, complete the immersive listening experience. A.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2024]