This two day festival will include theatre performances, panel discussions, music, acting workshops and art exhibit.
In collaborations with the Texas Criminal Justice Coalition, we will present “Performing Possibilities”, testimonials from four women who struggle and triumph, against the larger backdrop of women’s incarceration in Texas.
Special Guest, Yadira De La Riva, Performance Artist will perform Friday and Saturday.
Date:Friday, April 18
Exhibit Opening 6:30 – Reception 7:00 – Welcoming 7:15 – “Shades of the Tenth Muse” by Jovita Gonzalez, adapted for theater by Linda I. Crockett, Introduction by Dr. Maria Cotera 8:20 –
Brief Q & A about reading 8:45 – Yadira De La Riva – Preview Performance – Q & A after preview performance. For event general information visit http://www.austintexas.gov/event/sor-juana-ines-de-la-cruz-tribute-mexican-women