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LSU Theatre's Masterpieces Prompts Discussion
about Pornography
October 10, 2003
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 Sex
sells, right? But LSU Theatre's upcoming Studio production of Masterpieces
by Sarah Daniels explores the price we pay for selling sex. The
play, which examines the relationship between pornography and violence
against women, challenges the audience to consider the issue from
a new perspective.
"Hopefully, this show will speak to previous shows produced
here at LSU such as Killer Joe and The Shape of Things that have
depicted violence against women," said director and Ph.D. candidate
Ashleigh Gray.
Masterpieces investigates the effect of pornography on society
but, more specifically, relationships. An all-female cast tackles
both the male and female roles in the play, which puts a unique
spin on the interpretation of gender roles in society and violence
against women.
"This play is meant to illicit debate and discussion. Feminist
issues need to be talked about with the audience," said Gray.
"Hopefully, when the male roles are played by females, the
audience will see more sides to the story and have a better understanding
of the issues."
Written by Sarah Daniels in 1984, the play uses a non-linear format.
In other words, the audience knows the outcome of the play at the
beginning, leaving the rest of the production open to explore the
reasons behind the violent events that occur.
Masterpieces contains graphic verbal descriptions and is recommended
for mature audiences only. Performances run Tues.-Sat. at 7:30 p.m.
and Sun. at 2 p.m. November 7 - 16 in theatre 150 of the Music and
Dramatic Arts Building on LSU's campus. Tickets are available at
the door one hour prior to performances, and a $6 donation is suggested
per patron. More information is available at (225) 578-4174 or www.theatre.lsu.edu.
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