VAGINA MONOLOGUES DEPART SL - PRODUCERS SEE PINK!

The much talked about in-world production of Eve Ensler's "Vagina Monologues" has been suspended, for now.

Late last week, the V-Day organization rescinded permission to mount two live performances of the controversial piece in-world, due to concerns over possible breaches of international performance rights.

SL's production of the "Vagina Monologues", the first of its kind for V-Day, was to have raised funds for its campaign to end violence against women.

Despite the setback, SL Producers and cast members have rallied, unanimously deciding to present a new play to support V-Day... albeit in altered format.

"In the Pink", penned in part by women of Second Life, and incorporating an extract from the "Vagina Monologues", is currently in production. It will feature V-Day's tenth anniversary "Spotlight Monologue", a salute to the women of New Orleans.

"Clearly we're disappointed ", says Director Calliope Delgado. "But we're overwhelmed by the strong support already shown by the residents of Second Life, and our mission continues to be to raise funds for V-Day.org
V-Day has agreed that we may continue to use their logos in our production and fundraising efforts. They have also agreed that we may use "Welcome to the Wetlands" and letter from Eve Ensler in our production to promote V-day in New Orleans later this year."

"In the Pink" will celebrate the strength of women everywhere and call attention to the problem of violence against women," she said. "It will be our take on female sexuality and what it means to be a woman, in RL and SL."

Production of "In The Pink" is well underway, with performances slated for early March 2008. Information on venues and ticketing will be released soon.

The Vagina Monologues are coming to Second Life!

The VDay group, under the leadership of ToryLynn Writer, and with assistance from members of SLiterary, Inksters, Act Up, and the Written Word, is producing Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues" in Second Life. Created as a strong voice against female victimization and abuse, this Obie Award winning play has received world wide acclaim. It brings together women and girls (and the men who love them) to talk about the most sensitive parts of female anatomy in thoughtful and funny monologues and discussions.

Performances Feb 23 at 2:30PM and 7:00PM, Admission L$100, location TBA.

This is a fundraiser for VDay 2008 Worldwide Campaign. We will also be setting out donation boxes - any donations are greatly appreciated and all will go to the VDay Campaign.

We need volunteers to help with publicity, security, SL sound tech, stage hands, stage managers, and scene voice directors.

Please join the VDay group, then see the notices section to get notecards for more information. Contact ToryLynn Writer, Calliope Delgado, Lauren Weyland or Ada Radius for more information.