Since we are absolutely dying to get started, I figured I'd let you all in on a little bit of what is going on with The Vagina Monologues so far. The executive board (Lauren, Katie, and I) met today to talk about rehearsal structure and topics for discussion.
For those of you who don't know, the first 10 or so VM rehearsals are discussion-based. In fact, we don't reveal whom was cast in which monologue until the much-anticipated "Vagina Dinner." During the first rehearsals, we talk and get to know one another. These rehearsals are the reason I love participating in The Vagina Monologues-- I get to hear 20 or so other women's opinions, experiences, and comments on a variety of topics.
Tonight, Lauren, Katie, and I figured out what discussion topics we would like to use... and we are so excited! Although I can't tell you all of them (then where would the fun be in coming to rehearsal?), I can give you a general sampling. We are planning on talking about sex and masturbation (an annual favorite), birth (with a guest presenter), violence toward women (in many of its incarnations), and attitudes toward sex (complete with a surprise picture book!).
Also, there is only one more day before auditions begin! Remember, everyone gets cast, so there's no reason to be nervous! We want as many people as possible to participate, so whether that means you perform, or are crew, or sell tickets, or simply forward our spam and get your friends to come, please help out. :)
If you want to participate but can't make auditions or will have to miss rehearsals, please email us anyway-- we could really use all the help we can get, and there are other ways to support the V-Day Campaign at Wellesley. And! If you want to perform but haven't signed up for an audition yet, there are still a few slots left, so email "vaginaauditions" soon. We want you!
So excited--
Brit
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