The Fire Within Her:
An American Folktale About Women’s Liberation
The Fire Within Her: An American Folktale About Women’s Liberation is a powerful folk opera that weaves together the voices of trailblazing women across centuries. From Anne Hutchinson’s defiance in Puritan Boston to Susan B. Anthony’s fight for women’s suffrage to Betty Friedan’s challenge to the “feminine mystique,” their stories unfold through shape-note songs, Shaker hymns, protest anthems, and contemporary folk music. Through resilience, courage, and song, The Fire Within Her ignites the voices of the past to inspire today’s changemakers.
Kendra Comstock, Angie Tyler, Gina Marie Falk, Erin Hogan, Hannah O’Brien, voices, violin, guitar, and harmonium
You have three chances to catch this program in Providence, Cambridge, and Salem. Tickets are pay what you can NOTAFLOF (Either at the door or through Eventbrite) Any questions can be directed to thepandoraconsort@gmail.comYou can learn more about the ensemble at https://www.thepandoraconsort.com/
*Content Note* This program is appropriate for children, but has one mention of female sexuality and deals with themes of sexism and historical oppression.
The Fire Within Her
November 7th, Music Mansion Providence, RI 7pm (Doors 6:30)
November 8th, First Church in Cambridge, MA 8pm (Doors 7:30)
November 9th, St. Peter’s-San Pedro Episcopal Church, Salem, MA 4pm (Doors 3:30)
