Community Corner
Performance of the Yellow Dress; A Drama About Teen Relationships
We know from the world around us and even within our very own
communities that it is of deep importance for high school students to
engage in conversation around the topic of healthy relationships. To
raise this conversation in a formal and safe setting – Temple Shir Tikva, in collaboration with the Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund and Wayland Clergy Association, will host a presentation of “the Yellow Dress.”
“The Yellow Dress” is a powerful one-woman drama that stimulates a
thought-provoking discussion about relationships. The actress portrays
the progression of an abusive relationship, starting with young love and
ending in tragedy. The program will consist of a 30-minute performance
and a 30-minute interactive discussion with the actress, clergy, and a
trained professional from REACH, a local non-profit organization that
provides safety and support to survivors of abuse and works with
communities to promote healthy relationships and prevent domestic
violence. We anticipate that Lauren’s mother, Mary Dunne, will speak to
us that afternoon, as well. The play will help students recognize the
different types of dating violence, how to identify the early warning
signs, and where to seek help if they or a friend are involved in a
violent relationship.
“The Yellow Dress” program is produced and directed by Deana’s
Educational Theater, a non-profit organization based in Wakefield, MA,
dedicated to promoting healthy relationships through teaching audiences
of all ages about dating violence, harassment and respect. Deana’s
Educational Theater, formerly known as Deana’s Fund, was established in
1994 after the death of Deana Brisbois, a young woman from Topsfield,
MA, who was a victim of dating violence.
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This program is most impactful when parents and teens attend
together. This experience works best with a maximum of 200
participants, and we will limit attendance that afternoon to 200, so
please RSVP now to Devora Rohr, Education Office Administrator, at drohr@shirtikva.org or 508-358-9992 x211 to confirm space for you and your teen.
If you have further questions, feel free to reach out to Rabbi Jennifer Gubitz – rabbigubitz@shirtikva.org
