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MPTP Presents Woman’s Month – One Woman Show Series
DOWN TO EARTHA
Saturday, March 23rd, 2019
2pm & 8pm
$25 at the door
Performed by Dierdra McDowell
SYNOPSIS
In 1968 while at the height of her career as a world renowned entertainer, Eartha Kitt was also working as one of the main lobbyist for a group of young activists called the Rebels With A Cause. During this time, Miss Kitt was then invited to the White House by Lady Bird Johnson to partake in a women’s luncheon to discuss the issue of the rising crime rates in America. At the luncheon however, when Eartha stood up and expressed her views, stating that the increase in crime was mostly due to Americas involvement in the Vietnam War, Lady Bird Johnson was personally insulted by the comment and shortly after, by order of President Lyndon Johnson, Eartha Kitt was blacklisted from work in the United States for the following 10 years! DOWN TO EARTHA is a one woman show written and performed by Dierdra McDowell, and directed by Marishka S. Phillips. In one act filled with drama and music, this play explores Eartha Kitts personal re-encounter of that fateful day in detail. It also delves into her personal journey back to her power and freedom. Stemming from a life ridden with years of child abuse, Eartha’s personal journey proves to be at times a nightmare of a hurdle! It is one that could only be conquered by the power of love.
MPTP Presents Woman’s Month – One Woman Show Series
THE DIARY OF AN AFRO GODDESS
Saturday, March 9th, 2019
2pm & 8pm
THE DIARY OF AN AFRO GODDESS
Performed by Cherie Danielle
Directed by Marishka S. Phillips
SYNOPSIS
Isis, the Afro Goddess is the main source of entertainment at “The Goddess Lounge”, a special place between heaven and earth, for those who need an extra boost of self-love before transitioning into the next dimension. But the only person who seems to need an extra boost is Isis herself. Experience her journey from her hair to her career as an artist; from her beginnings in 1960s Birmingham, Alabama to falling in love; to self love; Witness her transformation through text, humor, drama, poetry and song.
EACH SCAR HAS A STORY
Saturday, March 16th, 2019
2pm & 8pm
Performed by Alyssa McKinney
Directed Bu Marishka S. Phillips
SYNOPSIS
New to the east coast, a determined young woman attempts to blend into her surroundings and immerse herself into the fast paced culture of the concrete jungle. With each new exploration, she stumbles across new layers of scared skin, evident of past battle wounds. Connecting all of the lessons she learns, she is able to discover her true passion. Follow Zoey Washington, in this coming of age story, as she explores and conquers her deepest insecurities, fears, and wonders. |
