Women's History Series at Wyck: Emma's Parlor

Emma’s Parlor is a play about the life and times of Emma Goldman, who was born to a Jewish family in 1860’s Russia. The show begins with Emma’s emigration to the U.S. in 1885, and moves through her life as a factory worker, anarchist, and lecturer. Toy theater and puppets employ illustrations from the late 19th and early 20th century. Artists Martina Plag and Lorna Howley use everyday objects one might find in a parlor, of that same period, as playing spaces. A phonograph becomes a cafe´ filled with anarchists, a radio serves as Emma’s lectern and a birdcage is becomes a prison.
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This program is suited for audiences age 12 to adult. There is a 1p and a 3pm performance – please note the time when purchasing tickets.

The Emma’s Parlor program is presented at Wyck in honor of Wyck’s own Jane Bowne Haines (1790-1843), and Jane Bowne Haines II (1869-1937). Jane Bowne Haines joined organizations promoting education for the poor, prison reform, and the abolition of slavery. Jane Bowne Haines II founded the Pennsylvania School of Horticulture for Women in 1910. The entire Women’s History Series at Wyck is inspired by the wondrous women of Wyck’s past, to continue their legacy of innovation, education and equality.

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