Wednesday, March 25, 2009

The rehearsals are coming along, swimmingly. Building and building until a final climax? I can't wait.
We've got a new logo- see David's fabulous contribution to the right!
Plus, Chelsea & I have decided to turn our responsibilities head-over-heels. I'm now in charge of production, while she is carrying the energy of the show on-stage as our director. So far, so good, but I have to confess it definitely feels different. I wonder which job I like more.
See also to the right, links to the 1 in 6 website, a great resource which specifically focuses on men healing from sexual abuse, and R.A.I.N.N., which provides a hotline for anyone who needs help surviving assault.
Watch this space for venue confirmations soon and mark your calendars for April 24-26!

- Magda

Friday, March 13, 2009

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Chelsea Loves, producer
Cell: 615-943-4636
Email: Stand.And.Deliver.Nashville@gmail.com

STAND & DELIVER: MEN ARE PEOPLE, TOO

Local Production "Stand & Deliver" Raises Money for Sexual Abuse Center

Between chocolate candy, busy bunnies, and maypoles, it is difficult to not think about penises during the spring. In fact, there is an amateur theater team in Nashville, who can't seem to leave the topic alone. Inspired by "The Vagina Monologues" and brought you by "Read Our Lips" comes "Stand & Deliver: an Exploration of Manhood", a new production exploring masculinity through diverse perspectives.

This two hour show created by some of Nashville’s brightest minds explores such subjects as gender roles, pornography, masturbation, molestation, and the different interpretations of masculinity by modern society and more. All pieces are original and written by the cast, which includes women and men. Covering both the comedic and serious, this show has something to offer everyone.

"Stand & Deliver" is a fundraiser for the Sexual Abuse Center, a local facility which provides sexual assault services for people of all genders, ages, and financial classes. Their mission is "to end sexual violence and provide healing for children, adults, and families affected by sexual assault through counseling and education." More information about their programs is available at www.sacenter.org/.

"Stand & Deliver" performances will be Friday, April 24th-26th, venues and times TBA. Tickets are a special donation of $10 to the Sexual Abuse Center, cash and check accepted. Reservations: 615-945-2856 or Stand.And.Deliver.Nashville@gmail.com .

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If you would like more information about this show, or to schedule an interview with the director, please call Magda at 945-2856, email Stand.And.Deliver.Nashville@gmail.com, or check out StandAndDeliverNashville.blogspot.com.