Lenox— On Sunday, December 14 at 2 p.m., WAM Theatre presents a reading of Pearl Cleage’s “Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous” at Ventfort Hall.
“Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous” weaves a tale of self-discovery and the enduring power of the performing arts. With humor, artistic-homage, and grace, it packs a punch as it explores artistic ownership, generational identity, and jungle-red nail polish.
“A much-needed play for women about women” – Hartford Courant
Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous weaves a tale of self-discovery and the enduring power of the performing arts
A lifetime ago, actress Anna Campbell and her manager and confidant Betty ignited a major theatrical controversy with a performance piece named Naked Wilson. After decades of self-imposed exile to outrun critics, they receive an invitation to perform at a women’s theatre festival. Uncertain of what kind of reception she will get upon her return, Anna’s insecurity grows. Enter Pete Watson, an ambitious, young artist who is unabashed about her work in the adult entertainment industry. Anna flys off the handle when it’s shared that Pete is her replacement, and is not sure if she can come to terms with this affront by opening night. With humor, artistic-homage, and grace, this play packs a punch as it explores artistic ownership, generational identity, and jungle-red nail polish.
Berkshire favorite MaConnia Chesser joins Vernice Miller, Lorraine Victoria Kanyike, and Amara Kali this Sunday at 2 PM for WAM’s Fresh Takes reading of Pearl Cleage‘s Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous directed by Cloteal L. Horne!
Horne said, “Pearl Cleage’s work is a beacon for our time, beckoning us to acknowledge, grapple, challenge, and embrace our civic responsibilities as citizens and artists in the midst of a complex political landscape. Through this love letter to Black Womxn, we challenge the concept of home, as we uplift what means to age gracefully, weather the storms of friendship, and make meaningful art through generational dissonance.”
The 90-minute reading is on Sunday, December 14 at 2 p.m. at Ventfort Hall, located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox. It will be followed by an open exchange. Tickets and more information can be found online.
