Be inspired by the stories of these historical women

Solo Plays

written and performed

by Emma Palzere-Rae

Current Offerings:

  • Breaking Glass

    Breaking Glass is inspired by the life of Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron. Cameron took up photography at the age of 48. She produced 900 photographs in a 12-year period, capturing 'famous men and fair women.’ One of the first art photographers, she is credited with creating the ‘close-up.’ Yet, as a woman, she faced fierce criticism. Today, few know of her immense contribution to the art of photography. This play aims to change that.

  • The Woodhull Project

    The Woodhull Project examines the life of Victoria Woodhull through a contemporary lens. Woodhull, the little-known 1872 U.S. presidential candidate, appears today to address pressing issues. Wondering if she has left any legacy, she looks back on her life, comments on social issues, and explores how we make a better world.

  • Aunt Hattie's House

    Aunt Hattie’s House: Reconstructed looks at what compelled Harriet Beecher Stowe to pen Uncle Tom’s Cabin. First written in 2000, the play has been revised to put Stowe’s work in context of current conversations about systemic racism in the United States.