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Actors In Their Own Words
by Newspaper
Local performers offer thoughts on The Vagina Monologues
by Lori Berglund
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In their own words, actors in the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association’s production of The Vagina Monologues offer their views on this ground-breaking work. The play is produced in collaboration with Fort Dodge Price and will be presented Feb. 9 – 11 at the Fine Arts Association auditorium at Phillips Middle School.
Caitlin Delaney Grogan – started acting in middle school, most recent production was a play at Iowa Central Community College.
“My favorite thing is that the show contributes to the goal of making human bodies and sexuality less taboo to speak about. Not speaking about these things causes emotional and sometimes even physical damage in the long run, so it is our responsibility to break that barrier.
“I wanted to participate in this show because I’m interested in supporting Kyrie Borsay in whatever she does. She’s a great person with some big ideas for this town! I also really enjoy acting.”
Nicole Tracy – a veteran of Hawkeye Community Theatre, loves being on stage, and gives a shout out to family and friends for always encouraging her to follow her passion to perform.
“It’s actually an honor to be a part of something so important. A lot of people aren’t aware of the power this show has and how it will change your life by hearing it,
“My first experience with the show was when we moved back to Fort Dodge. It was eye-opening, and a shock. It should be. It needs to be performed more for all audiences; all ages, all beliefs, all opinions and all genders. This is so important”
Jamie Varangkounh – studied theater in college, active in community theatre and dance performances.
“I enjoy the message and the female camaraderie this show brings to the cast and audience. It creates an experience that lasts with everyone who is involved, even after many years.
“I’ve been involved in the show before and I know the power of the message it contains. I wanted to bring this message to a different audience and promote positive female roles. I would love to give a shout-out to all the powerful women represented in the show in my life, and the men who empower us.
Rhiannon Rae Rippke-Koch – active in FDSH musicals Crazy for You, Anything Goes, Meet Me in St. Louis, as well as senior showcase events in college.
“I wanted to be a part of this show because I love the message it brings, and to show my children and grandchildren that it is never too late to try new things.
“I want to thank my wife Sophia, my children, who put up with my craziness. To my fellow board members of the Fort Dodge Pride Festival and to Shelly (Bottorff) and the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association for partnering with FD Price Fest and
Thursday, Feb. 9, Friday, Feb. 10, and Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association’s auditorium at Phillip’s Middle School. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., with the play to get underway at 7 p.m.
