The Jewel Box Dancers Present

Feminine Rage

Friday, June 13th, 2024 and Saturday June 14th, 2024

Doors 7pm; Show 8pm

The Jewel Box Dancers return with a two-night, full-length staged production.

This stage production presents the multifaceted theme of feminine rage, exploring its expression across various gender identities, with particular attention to the lived experiences of fem-presenting individuals.

The performance engages in the representation of feminine anger in media (both historical and contemporary) as well as personal narrative, examining how societal expectations, injustices, and the framing of gendered experiences fuel emotional responses. Central to the show is the showcasing of “opting in” versus “opting out”of societal norms- how individuals navigate the tension between conforming to, or resisting, prescribed roles, particularly in the context of gendered and cultural constructs. Particularly the ones that enrage us.

Through a series of evocative narratives, original choreography, hand made costuming and props, our production underscores the necessity of an intersectional framework in understanding the diversity of anger, conflict resolution, and resistance. Some works explore gossip as a form of gendered protection, the voyeuristic view of the male gaze in film, or the fetishization of an angry woman. Others playfully interlide with humor to lampoon common every day occurrences such as “Man-splaining”. Overall this show posits that these emotional and social experiences are inextricably linked to the intersection of gender, sexuality, and other axes of identity.

Specific and intentional care has been given to ensure that Women of Color, Sex Workers, AFAB, non-binary, and transgendered performers have a voice in this production. Ultimately, the work advocates for solidarity and collective action, emphasizing the importance of nuanced, inclusive approaches to addressing injustice in contemporary society. Especially when blinding by rage.

Featuring performances by The Jewelbox Dancers: Kimberly Larkspur, Rynice Hanson, Drake von Trapp, and director Devin Alfather. The Dauntless Dance Project company directed by Kimberly Larkspur. Each night will also feature guest performers, to be announced soon.

Emceed by Mina Daggers.

You can see this performance on Friday Night or on Saturday Night. Choose from VIP Front Row Seating, General Admission Seating, and Tabled Seating.

There will be a simple bar and Non Alcoholic concessions available, as well as light snacks.

This show is produced exclusively by The Jewel Box Dancers with ticketing and venue support sponsored by Velvet Nox Productions.