Reflection of Show Some Skin

My first impression of show some skin was that I would like the performance but I would not necessarily be able to connect with the problems being spoken about. After seeing the production my impression has completely changed. I enjoyed and engaged with the show more than I ever thought I would. And I didn’t connect with just one monologue I was touched and moved by many. While I may not have experienced all of the hardships discussed in monologues I empathize with the speakers and thought about how I related their words to my own experiences and daily life. Some of the most memorable monologues for me were about women and body image. Being a young woman, growing up and learning to love my body, it was amazing to see how a large scale production recognized, understood, and wanted to portray my struggles. Yes, people talk about loving their body in the media, but it is a different experience to see a school production that talks about problems I viewed as more serious such as, race, homophobia, and gender inequality, also speak about your struggle in the same way.
I think that a large part of the productions power was due to its actors, directors, stage crew, and producers. It is one thing to read a piece and feel compassion but it is another for someone to stand in front of you look you in the eye and tell you what they have gone through. Granted the actors did not write the pieces, but I think that their strength and ability to tell the stories so eloquently only added to the original writers message. On top of that uses of images, music, and light all added to the overall message of the show. I think that the most powerful aspect of the show was the incorporation of background color and spotlights.
The number one concept from our reading that struck me was the use of examples. Most of the monologues were recounting of experiences to portray a message not preaching and or shouting their opinions the loudest. The show facilitated ethical rhetoric and will further building community, advocacy, and spreading knowledge. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed the show and look forward to attending next year.