Theater fans will receive a rare opportunity to witness a live, dramatic reading from Pearl Cleage\u2019s book, \u201cBourbon at the Border,\u201d by Toledo actors celebrating Women\u2019s History Month at 7:30 p.m. March 31, 2023. The presentation by New Works Writers Series at Truth Colours Art Gallery, 1811 Adams St., will be followed by a second actors\u2019 reading at 7:30 p.m. April 1, 2023 at the same location.<\/p>\n
Part of proceeds from the $10 guest admission fee will benefit Portrait, a Toledo-based, non-profit arts and empowerment program for girls.<\/p>\n
\u201cBourbon at the Border\u201d is a tale inspired by the historic struggle for voting rights in 1960\u2019s Mississippi.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe story is a good fit for Women\u2019s History Month because it focuses on the sacrifices made by a college student and her partner, while trying to help their community,\u201d says Dr. Imelda Hunt, founder and artistic director of New Works Writers Series. \u201cThe strength that May, the main character displays, is inspiring.\u201d<\/p>\n
Percy Rankins, Toledo\u2019s first Black banker, and his wife Rose Cannon-Rankins, Toledo\u2019s first Black court stenographer, will be recognized at the March 28 reading, for their contributions to the city and for their achievements.<\/p>\n
New Works Writers Series is Northwest Ohio\u2019s longest independently operated theatrical organization, specializing in stage productions, workshops and arts-related events.<\/p>\n
For additional information about the \u201cBourbon at the Border\u201d reading, or to request interviews, media may contact Dr. Imelda Hunt at (419) 380-8464 or e-mail director@newworkswritersseries.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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