Expressing Motherhood
The idea for "Expressing Motherhood" came about in January 2008. Lindsay Kavet & Jessica Cribbs found themselves wanting to tap into their former creative sides pre-baby.
This need along with some feelings of isolation of being moms, led them to wanting to just hear stores from fellow moms regarding motherhood. Having never produced for theatre before the two figured they had also never been responsible for a babies life and they were getting by fairly well regarding that so why not put on a show.
The show consists of roughly 13 moms. The show aims to represent all women and their experiences regarding motherhood. Pieces are funny, moving, frightening, sad, you name it.
The women hold an open submission process a few months before a planned show. Moms interested need not have any acting experience. Kavet and Cribbs are just looking for honesty and a willingness to get on stage and express themselves and ultimately, hopefully, feel fulfilled by the experience.
The show has been selling out to audiences in Los Angeles and New York City for two years. The women are taking the show to Boston for the first time in the Fall of 2010.
- Lindsay Kavet
- Director/Producer
Lindsay is a stay at home mom to her 3 year-old son. While pregnant she directed a
short film that debuted at the LA International Short Film Festival. Lindsay's work has been shown on the BBC Channel, IFC.com and Playboy. She is expecting her second child in March.
- Jessica Cribbs
- Producer
- Jessica is a full time mother of two children. She has been a Producer/Writer for the past 6 years. Jessica produced a 30 minute documentary titled "Laffey Men." She also is heading up a charity run in honor of her mom who recently died from breast cancer. She is expecting her third child in May.