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Theatre Department presents Stop Kiss
February 20, 2006
CARROLLTON, GA - The West Georgia Theatre Company will present “Stop Kiss,” a play written by Korean-American playwright, Diana Son, and directed by Shelly Elman, associate professor and director of theatre.
The performance is scheduled in the Black Box Theatre at the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts and will run from Wednesday, Feb. 22, through Saturday, Feb. 25, at 7:30 p.m. The dramatic production will end with a Sunday matinee on Feb. 26 at 2:30 p.m.
“Stop Kiss” tells the story of a budding relationship and the dangers that threaten the lives of two people in love. Callie is a quiet helicopter traffic reporter who hates confrontation. Sara is an outgoing public school teacher who isn’t afraid to stand up for what she believes in. The two women unexpectedly become close friends. When a first kiss provokes a violent attack, lives are transformed in surprising ways and the story unfolds to expose the hate that can arise from a simple sign of love. Stop Kiss contains adult themes and situations.
Chantel Mpezo of East Point plays the role of “Callie” and “Sara” is played by Yen Nguyen of Cochran. Other performers include Reshoun Coverson of College Park; Josh Davis of Dallas; and Arielle Korsgaard of Villa Rica.
Seating is limited and admission is free for UWG students. Tickets are $10 for guests and are on sale now. For more information, call 678-839-4722.
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