After a yearlong hiatus, Shades of HERstory will return to campus to shed light on women’s experiences tonight at 7 p.m.
Written, produced and performed by female students, the event shares women’s stories about love, loss and everything in between, according to director Chanel Moton.
Senior psychology major Moton, who directed both 2013’s and this year’s show, said it has been great to bring the event back from its hiatus, especially with an even more diverse cast.
“It has been amazing to see the growth in not only the show, but myself,” Moton said. “I’ve been able to actually get SABRC funding [this year] to make the event bigger and better.”
Some changes that came with additional funding were an improved backdrop and stage layout. Promotions were a big part of organizing the event as well, according to Moton, with the Garrett Cultural Center and the #MakeYourMoveBradley campaign both assiting in the process.
“Where there has been a struggle for me to try to promote, other people have been stepping in and helping, so that really helped,” Moton said.
According to Moton, Shades of HERstory is meant to be relatable and significant for all people on campus.
“I think this event is important for campus, not only for the black community but for Bradley as a whole because it gives the campus a sense of the new thing we’re trying, this whole diversity and inclusion that we’re pushing for campus,” Moton said. “It is just a way for women, men, everyone, to enjoy the stories of women. It’s everyday life and something everyone can relate to, whether it’s by your race or your sex, or whatever it is. Each story [is one] someone can relate to.”
This event is free to the public tonight in the Student Center Ballroom.
