Brought to the Granite State in October of 2009 by Jayme's Fund for Social Justice; Performed at the Stockbridge Theatre at Pinkerton Academy in Derry
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
If she revealed her name, she could not do her work.
"I cannot reveal my name. I am from Sudan. My parents taught us, as children, how to love our people, however simple, however poor. Our home was always a busy home. We always had somebody who was sick coming for treatment, or giving birth in our house. I learned to regard all the Sudanese as my own family. But I cannot reveal my name. Those whom the government suspects of working on human rights are arrested, often tortured in ghost houses or, if one is lucky, put in prison. If I revealed my name I could not do my work."
For me too. And this is just one of the 50 or so amazing stories featured in the book and the play. Incredible what some of these people have had to endure to help ease the suffering of others.
After i got the invite to Dana's play i looked up more information about the original book and was completely blown away. As someone who believes that all people should be treated equal I completely agree with the human rights movement and the book seems absolutely wonderful.
The image above speaks volumes to the viewer before even reading the post under it. I got goosebumps reading the post I can not stomache the idea people actually living in fear everyday of their lives. The play is a great way to shed light on this topic and I think its very important people listen to the message that is being sent here.
Wow! Ditto, all. This is such a powerful quote- it puts me completely out of my element. I can only imagine the weight it will cary when its performed on stage...
I can't imagine enduring the conditions so many of the Human Rights Defenders describe either. I feel fortunate to be a part of this project, but humbled by the fact that I can plan such an evening from the warmth and safety of my own home.
I'm almost glad I wasn't able to make it because I know I probably would have bawled the entire time! I definitely enjoy reading the excerpts you posted. It is so hard to face that these conditions truly exist.
It's so crazy to think about, as Americans, how much we take for granted. This is a great quote, and I can imagine the performance as being really powerful.
I can't believe how much we, as Americans, take for granted. it's crazy how much freedom we have in comparison to others. This quote is a really great example. I bet this was a really moving performance.
"Speak Truth to Power: Voices from Beyond the Dark" celebrates Human Rights Defenders from around the globe by giving voice to their uniquely profound stories. Award Winning Playwright Ariel Dorfman wrote the stage adaptation from the book by Kerry Kennedy. Portraits by Pulitzer Prize-Award Winning Photographer Eddie Adams will be displayed in the Stockbridge Theatre Gallery October 9 through November 2, 2009. This show is brought to New Hampshire by Jayme's Fund for Social Justice and through the help of our generous sponsors.
Jayme's Fund for Social Justice
Proud to Bring "Speak Truth to Power" to New Hampshire.
Opening our incredibly inspirational evening is Singer/Songwriter Lisa Jane Lipkin who will kick us off with her beloved "Jayme's Song" and will later segue into the play reading with an all-new song inspired by the Human Rights Defenders featured in the book by Kerry Kennedy. Lisa will be joined by a chorus of youthful voices under the direction of Music and Theatre Teacher Jamie Feinberg, assisted by Nat Ward.
Reading two poems from her book Still to Mow and one from her newest book, which will be published in the Spring of 2010, is Maxine Kumin, a New Hampshire resident and former US Poet Laureate. Maxine will also be reading as VOICE EIGHT; her full bio is posted on this site.
Introducing each of our speakers and our actors is Master of Ceremonies Mike Morin, Morning Radio Host of New Hampshire's Hit Commercial Station--WZID.
Closing Act
We're fortunate to announce that the Nationally Recognized Artists deSoL will close our evening with their inspirational and uplifting music.
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ReplyDeleteVery powerful quote and image. This post was pretty eye-opening for me.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jess!
ReplyDeleteFor me too. And this is just one of the 50 or so amazing stories featured in the book and the play. Incredible what some of these people have had to endure to help ease the suffering of others.
After i got the invite to Dana's play i looked up more information about the original book and was completely blown away. As someone who believes that all people should be treated equal I completely agree with the human rights movement and the book seems absolutely wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe image above speaks volumes to the viewer before even reading the post under it. I got goosebumps reading the post I can not stomache the idea people actually living in fear everyday of their lives. The play is a great way to shed light on this topic and I think its very important people listen to the message that is being sent here.
I can't imagine what it's like living in those conditions. Even from this one blurb I can tell this play is going to be powerful.
ReplyDeleteWow! Ditto, all. This is such a powerful quote- it puts me completely out of my element. I can only imagine the weight it will cary when its performed on stage...
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine enduring the conditions so many of the Human Rights Defenders describe either. I feel fortunate to be a part of this project, but humbled by the fact that I can plan such an evening from the warmth and safety of my own home.
ReplyDeleteI'm almost glad I wasn't able to make it because I know I probably would have bawled the entire time! I definitely enjoy reading the excerpts you posted. It is so hard to face that these conditions truly exist.
ReplyDeleteIt's so crazy to think about, as Americans, how much we take for granted. This is a great quote, and I can imagine the performance as being really powerful.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how much we, as Americans, take for granted. it's crazy how much freedom we have in comparison to others. This quote is a really great example. I bet this was a really moving performance.
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