What does it take for a man to become a feminist—and why does it matter?  In seven diverse and poignant vignettes from his own life, Peter Pruyn (“prine”), a trauma therapist who works with female survivors, takes us on his journey, including the experiences of attending an all-boys primary school, being the only man in a Women’s Studies class, flying as a pilot in Alaska, interviewing at the trauma unit of a psych hospital, and working in a methadone clinic—culminating in a personal reflection on male privilege as a fundamental barrier to social change.  Along the way, Peter accompanies himself with improvised piano.  Each performance is followed by a period of reflections from the audience.

“I felt seen.”  Noel, age 29, New York

‘Up’ helped me be a better father as well as validated what I'd done right.”  Henry, age 66, father of Noel

“I saw a performance of Peter's play in December, 2021 and I have been reflecting on some of its themes/concepts ever since.  I left the experience thinking a lot about my own sense of privilege in an expanded way.  The play's messages are thought-provoking and quite profound ... perhaps, you will laugh and cry as I did.  One way or the other, I trust that you will be deeply moved.”  Deborah Korn, Psy.D., co-author of Every Memory Deserves Respect

"An invitation to open a bigger dialogue.” Lenore, Massachusetts

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A portion of all proceeds will be donated to I Have the Right To, a non-profit that supports assault survivors and families in their recovery as well as works with schools and organizations in trauma prevention, including consent education workshops.

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Doors open 2:45pm.  Due to the contemplative nature of the performance, we ask that audience members be seated by 2:55.  Performance 3-5pm.  

Content Warning: Contains descriptions of physical and emotional violence. Recommended for ages 15 and over.

Covid Information: Per Northampton Board of Health, masks are recommended for audience members during the performance.  Performers will have been tested for COVID-19 and will be unmasked during the performance.  Seating will be socially-distanced, and the theater does feature a high-volume air-filtration system.  Audience members must be fully vaccinated and are asked not to attend if they experience cold or flu-like symptoms.

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