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Synopsis
An American Is Born tells the poignant story of Carl and Martha Croft, a young couple from Czechoslovakia who dream of a better life in America. Starring Betty Davis, the play opens with the couple at the border between the United States and Mexico, where they find themselves navigating the complexities of immigration laws. Their goal is to ensure that their child is born an American citizen, a task that requires them to temporarily leave the country and return under the quota system. The couple's excitement is palpable as they prepare for this journey, filled with hope for their future.
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