Monday Night Reading Series

Original Work by Pacific Northwest Multicultural Festival Playwright

Crack Baby
by Glenn Alan

March 23, 2026
7:00PM
Albina Arts Center

The story explores the impact of addiction, abandonment, the search for identity, and the journey toward healing. Crack baby follows the emotional and transformative journey of Hope, a woman born, addicted to crack cocaine, as she searches for the mother who abandoned her in the hospital. The play is a narrative piece that traces her entire life, beginning with her birth, through her childhood in foster care, adolescence, and ultimately, her adult search for her mother. Along, the way Hope grapples with her own identity, the psychological scars of being left behind, and the pain of not knowing.

About Glenn Alan
Glenn Alan is a multifaceted artist known for his work as a director, producer, and playwright. He founded the DC Black Theatre & Arts Festival, a renowned theatre festival that celebrates stories by people of African descent. His contributions to the arts include producing nearly 400 plays and building a significant network of actors, directors, playwrights, and industry professionals. Alan’s passion for writing began in 1986 while he was attending Howard University, and since then, he has created a prolific body of work, including 14 plays, 7 books of poetry, 2 collections of short stories, and a highly acclaimed blues CD with legendary blues bassist BT Richardson. His latest work of fiction, The Journey of a Man in Love, is currently in progress. Alan’s dedication to the arts and his commitment to creating impactful stories have made him a sought-after figure in the industry.