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Antigone

Check out these quotes from some of the fierce women who inspired our production of Antigone. 

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Summer Of The Slam: How two fearless Baltimore poetry slam teams took over the nation

"Why do you want to win?"

Antigone

Before her words lit up the stage in our Antigone, Lady Brion was essential in making a national name for Baltimore in the slam poetry circuit. Read about Brion and the other champions who represent this city through their poetry.

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For International Women’s Day, here are 7 of history’s greatest women-led protests

French women furious about a bread shortage marched on Versailles, invaded King Louis XVI’s bedroom and forced him to return to Paris.

Antigone

Powerful women like Antigone have been at the helm of social justice movements from the times of Ancient Greece until today. Celebrate these powerful ladies of history on International Women’s Day!

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5 Young Black Activists Making History Right Now

This Black History Month, as we reflect on the trailblazers who have fought for equality, let's also lift up today's young leaders.

Antigone

In Antigone, the chorus warns the king not to discount his young dissidents: “there is danger in the anger of the young.” Check out these activists who are not letting their youth keep them from taking a stand.