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Synopsis

Inspired by the documentary The Invisible War, Erlina Ortiz’s She Wore Those Shoes explores the prevailing issue of sexual assault within the United States military and the silence, stigma, and negligence that survivors often face.

Protagonist, Yudy, a strong and confident young woman, excitedly joins the armed forces in pursuit of the military pride and prowess that her respected older brother, Abraham represents.

Yudy’s high regard for her military “family,” however is deeply tarnished in the aftermath of trauma, as silence, disbelief, and betrayal ensue. Through memory, cadences, creative movement and unexpected humor, we follow Yudy’s journey as she navigates being a woman, veteran, and something more than a victim of our pervasive rape culture.

Show Information

Book
Erlina Ortiz
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
1
First Produced
2016
Genres
Drama
Settings
Contemporary, Simple/No Set
Time & Place
Present Day, America
Cast Size
small
Ideal For
All-Female Cast, Regional Theatre, Mostly Female Cast, Includes Adult, Mature Adult Characters, Small Cast

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Plot


Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Yudelka

Lead

Female

Spoken

Abraham

Supporting

Male

Spoken

Margaret

Supporting

Female

Spoken

Persephone

Supporting

Female

Spoken

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Guide Written By:

Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

Writer, editor and theatre researcher