Vagina Monologues returns to CSUMB for 11th year
Of all the parts of a woman's body, none is quite as shrouded in mystery as the vagina.
The very word is rarely spoken aloud; it is confined to hushed tones and furtive glances, a word to be vaguely embarrassed by. This will not be the case at the World Theater Feb. 9, 10 and 11, though, where that most private part finds itself thrust into the spotlight in "The Vagina Monologues."
The play received rave reviews in San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York. Written by Eve Ensler, the "Vagina Monologues" tells the stories of a variety of women, their connections with each other and with the world. CSUMB's production is student-run, student-directed and features student actors.
The funny, serious and enlightening play explores new and interesting viewpoints for both men and women.
The play's staging at CSUMB is part of this year's V-Day campaign. V-Day's mission: to celebrate women and girls and to stop the sexual violence being perpetrated against them all over the world. V-Day has raised millions of dollars since it started 13 years ago and has been named one of Worth Magazine's "100 Best Charities."
V-Day has grown exponentially, from an underground feminist event to a mainstream media one. Benefit performances are scheduled around the world in connection with Valentine's Day. The CSUMB production is put on by EMPOWER, a student organization that educates the community about violence against women. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to local organizations working to do just that.
This year's production will feature new monologues. Parents, please note the mature content and adult themes of the play.
Tickets may be purchased at the box office, online at csumb.edu/worldtheater or by calling 582-4580.
Event: Vagina Monologues
Where: World Theater on Sixth Avenue near B Street
When: Feb. 9, 10 and 11, all performances at 8 p.m.
Tickets: $15 general admission; $8 students with ID and seniors
Parking: Free
Information/disability accommodations: Brittney Quon at bquon@csumb.edu
Driving directions/campus map: Available at csumb.edu/map
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