Conversations ‘Bout the Girls premieres Mother’s Day Weekend in Atlanta
Sonia Jackson’s Visions of Possibilities is bringing their production, “Conversations ‘Bout the Girls,” to Atlanta on Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11, 2014 to The First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, located at 470 Candler Park Drive, NE. And, they have partnered with Susan G. Komen Foundation who will be the evening’s beneficiary.
“Conversations ‘Bout the Girls” is a whimsical and entertaining episodic stage play that depicts the relationship women share with their breasts, fondly referred to as “The Girls.”
Similar to the “Vagina Monologues,” “Conversations ‘Bout the Girls” will probe various themes including “conversations” about “My First Bra,” “What Do I Say?,” “One Step at a Time,” “The Ladies Room,” and “The Lump.” A “perfect conversation starter” between men and women, the contemplative interpretations will help the audience appreciate and understand what it is like to be a woman.
Read what Jackson has to say about the production.
How did you come up with the idea?
Eve Ensler. I was doing the “Vagina Monologues” and it dawned on me that there are just as many issues regarding the breast. I knew I had mine. There so many conversations that happened about the breast that aren’t necessarily supportive, positive or enlightening, so why not create some?
How did you choose the participants? Did you hold auditions?
I hold auditions and make selections based on the actor’s ability to convey the meaning of the material. It’s often pretty easy with this project because these are women stories that they relate to. we rehearsed by phone and in person. As a director, my first concern is that the women understand character they are portraying in each monologue and how they got to where they are. Then we work on the movement.
How are you using social media to keep people engaged?
We tweet and post questions, comments and thoughts that relate to ideas in the show and ask for people’s input. We send out things to think about and let people know that the show it taking place.
What are you hoping audience members will walk away with?
I think women are elegant, no matter what the job is that we do. We have walked through many fires and have accomplished a lot. I want women to truly honor themselves and who they are, to honor our sisterhood, for men and women to honor and respect each other & the way we communicate. To teach our children to do the same. Being good to each other is still fun.
