Flowers Aren't Enough - IKAR

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Flowers Aren't Enough

IKAR, The Advot Project, and Home Shalom are proud to present this incredible piece of art, written and performed by beloved IKARite Naomi Ackerman.

Sunday, May 15th @ 7:00pm
1737 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035

ABOUT THE PLAY

“Flowers Aren’t Enough” is a monologue that tells the story of Michal, a young woman from an upper-middle-class family who finds herself in an abusive relationship. Michal describes how her partner gradually narrows her world isolating her from her surroundings. We see her denial; her guilt and how social conditionings intensify her shame and despair. We witness Michal sinking into darkness and then watch how she takes charge of her life, and rediscovers herself. The monologue is woven from true stories and actual incidents graciously shared by women willing to talk about their all too common experiences.

Duration of the play is 55 minutes; Light reception to follow

TICKETS

$36 | All proceeds will be donated to The Advot Project

Please note: We do not want finances to hinder anyone from experiencing this performance. Contact [email protected] to discuss a subsidized rate.

Learn more about Flowers Aren’t Enough.