Augusto Boal, my hero & inspiration R.I.P

03May09

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Augusto Boal, a great man of courage & strength, tenacity & brilliance, love & compassion passed away yesterday. I got to meet him and talk with him and just witness his amazing life! He gave me so much confirmation as to the “kind” of actor, performer, artist that I have always wanted to be. He gave me so much love and spirit. Thank you Mr. Augusto Boal for everything that you are and everything you continue to be for me and everyone all over the world. My next poem is for you!

Below is a recording of my poem, “WOMYN’S WORK” dedicated to women all over the world (Thank you Dina Mikdadi for recording it!) This was performed at the “Rivers of Honey” Showcase on May Day! Friday May 1, 2009 @ Wow Cafe http://www.wowcafe.org NYC, NY