The UT Women's Resource Center on Friday and Saturday presented "The Vagina Monologues," a yearly production aimed at ending violence and ignorance while spreading love and appreciation for the nature of the woman. V-Day, a movement that embodies these messages, celebrates its 10th anniversary on April 12. This year, it is dedicated to the women of New Orleans.
These ladies succeeded overwhelmingly in helping to "change the story of women." People have a tendency to look quickly at a subject, be it a political issue or person or work of art, and experience a tinge of annoyance or disgust because the instant image of the subject is unappealing.
It stems from ignorance and a lack of understanding. Exposure can change that. For this reason, it is in the best interest of any open-minded male (or female) to see "The Vagina Monologues." It's also a comic riot, bringing the house to its knees with laughter.
This production sought to change the generally nebulous and negative view of the vagina with a reminder that it is a sacred and important part of a woman's body. The opening monologues used comedy to shatter most of the inherent discomfort in the room, and after that, the doors were thrown wide open for an astonishing show. Each monologue presented a new view of the subject, and the actresses performed with impeccable comic delivery and stirring emotion.
The monologues achieved their message and woke the audience to the delicate and unique emotional journey of a woman while still managing to be wildly hilarious. They produced discomfort about the ignorance and hatred so many women have dealt with, along with an appreciation for the intricate beauty of the female experience. Next year, if you see an advertisement for this production and find yourself slightly irked, stop for a second and consider this incredible journey that truly does change the story of women.
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