Three performances during Women's History Month. Which one are you going to?
Women's History Month highlights women's contributions to history and society. It was created in 1987 when the National Women's History Project petitioned Congress. What better way to celebrate women's contributions and carry the mantle forward than to attend a production of We Did It For You! Women's Journey Through History. This is the story of how women got their rights in America, told by the women who were there. Cast members are volunteers, many of whom joined because of their experience a year ago at the Women's March. We Did It For You! is becoming a movement in the fight for women's rights. Join us at one or more of our three performances in March. After the performance, the actors and playwright will participate in a Q&A session.
Saturday, March 10, 7pm
First Unitarian Universalist Society of Middleboro
25 South Main Street
Middleborough, MA 0234
$10 tickets ($5 student)
Make reservations by calling 508-947-1935
Q&A with cast and playwright. Light refreshments.
Supported in part by a grant from the Middleborough Cultural Council
Thursday, March 15, 6pm
New Bedford Whaling Museum
18 Johnny Cake Hill
New Bedford, MA 02740
$10 members ($15 non-members)
Purchase tickets here
Q&A with cast and playwright, reception
Sunday, March 18, 2pm
Amazing Things Art Center
160 Hollis Street, Framingham, MA 01702
Tickets: $15 ($12 Amazing Things and Framingham History Center members; $6 students) Group discounts available. Purchase here
Q&A with cast and playwright, reception
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About We Did It For You!
We Did It For You! Women’s Journey Through History is the story of how women got their rights in America, told by the women who were there. Covering over 400 years, it shares anecdotes from the lives of 20 characters and identifies the problems women have been up against on their road towards equality. The musical has been performed in California for colleges, high schools, conventions, and organizations since 2010. Staged readings have been done in Ohio, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Audiences love this show because it is entertaining while having educational depth. Time and again, audience members say, “I didn’t know that.”
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TESTIMONIALS
“I thought the play was beautifully done... Lots of historical perspective linking together things I remember and things I don't. Characters felt real, pacing was just right, music well done... I do hope you will perform it again.” – Susan Hotchkiss, First Unitarian Universalist Society of Middleboro
“Great and inspirational performance last night.” – David Temple, First Parish UU, Medfield
“A very powerful play. It gives me hope - even as we face the daily grind of prejudice and injustice.” - Rev. Jim Robinson, Unitarian Church of Sharon
“I really enjoyed the play. I felt it was very "accessible", not too preachy, not so dense in detail that the point was lost, captivating. I liked the perspective of the young woman - how much she did not know, and how surprised she was at the facts.” - Andrea Preist, Executive Director, Town of Middleborough Council on Aging
“The performance was so outstanding and moving that I got goose bumps and cried. A performance in which each historical figure describes her own trials and accomplishments is so much better than just reading about the woman in a book.” - Lilly Ledbetter, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, the first act of legislation signed by President Obama
"There is a sense of wonderment, gratitude and deep humility awaiting the audiences of "We Did it For You". An astonishing revelation of women's often unrecognized accomplishments throughout history. Playwright Thea Iberall offers a multi-century parade of feminine genius and courage .. and does it with humor and fun. Your daughters must see this but, the men in your family will enjoy it too.” -- Paul Williams, Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe Winning Songwriter
"Loved it! Learned a lot - even though I consider myself a somewhat well-read feminist!" - Susan Grantham
"This gave me a glimmer of hope." - Marissa Antosh, Norfolk Public Library
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OUR MISSION
To encourage women and men to take action for a balanced society. By educating teens and adults while entertaining them with an uplifting play, we open their hearts and minds to endless possibilities for building a more egalitarian society. We believe we can see the future by knowing how the past is bringing us to it.
- Performances with Q&A
- Play-reading workshops
- Staged readings
- Author talks
- Resource books
- Classes
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TESTIMONIALS FROM STUDENTS
“I LOVED it. I’m 11 and it got me interested in women’s rights.” – Riley, age 11
“I loved the show! It was interesting how Melanie was talking to the women, rather than it being one big flashback. I hope the show gets bigger and bigger because the world needs it now more than ever.” Sarah, age 14
“Your play opened my eyes and made me realize just how long women have had to fight for their independence. This realization leaves me questions like why aren't women completely equal as of today regarding wages and job opportunities.” – Kris, Cal State University, San Bernardino
“I thought I would be bored but instead I was entertained, inspired and informed. I think this play is worth being seen by men and women alike as it is a reminder of our humanity and our continued struggle for basic human rights”. – Janet, Cal State University, San Bernardino
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