‘All the Rage’: A Groundbreaking Theatre Project Highlighting Female Voices Against Abuse
‘The Epstein files are about more than men and money’: All the Rage, the ‘guerrilla’ play fuelled by 80 furious women
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A group of over 80 female and non-binary playwrights are launching 'All the Rage', a guerrilla theatre project in London, focused on the victims of sexual abuse rather than the perpetrators. The event aims to transform rage into art, featuring various contributions and performances that explore the impact of abuse on women's lives.
- 01The project was initiated by Rebecca Lenkiewicz, who gathered 45 writers through a WhatsApp group to respond to the Epstein scandal.
- 02The performance will take place across 15 spaces in a repurposed office block in London, showcasing both installations and a 50-minute theatre piece.
- 03Writers were encouraged to create short scenes or monologues, fostering a democratic and collaborative environment without a selection process.
- 04Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti's contribution draws inspiration from a classic film to comment on the objectification of women.
- 05The project aims to connect the larger issues of abuse and power dynamics with the everyday experiences of women, emphasizing the importance of shared narratives.
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In response to the pervasive narratives surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, a collective of over 80 female and non-binary playwrights is set to premiere 'All the Rage', a guerrilla theatre project in London. Spearheaded by Rebecca Lenkiewicz, the initiative began with a WhatsApp call to fellow writers, expressing frustration over the media's focus on male perpetrators rather than the victims. The project will unfold in a repurposed office block, featuring a mix of installations and a 50-minute performance, all aimed at transforming collective rage into a powerful artistic statement. Writers were encouraged to contribute short scenes, fostering a collaborative and egalitarian atmosphere. Notably, Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti's piece reflects on the glamorization of women's suffering, while Timberlake Wertenbaker emphasizes the importance of questioning societal narratives. The project seeks to connect the macro issues of abuse with the micro experiences of women, aiming to ignite a sense of activism through emotional storytelling. 'All the Rage' will run from June 11 to 13 at Theatre Deli in London.
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The project aims to raise awareness about sexual abuse and empower women by transforming their experiences into art.
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