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Theatre -"Stronger Than the Wind"

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What is "Stronger Than the Wind?"
This show is about my journey with my son, Aidan, who had a stroke at 2 weeks old due to hospital bacteria. He subsequently had 6 brain surgeries, hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, cognitive impairment, and ongoing seizures.
It is the story of my family, a middle class family that lost everything (including our sense of humor for a while), due to an unexpected medical catastrophe. This is the journey from fear to love, anger to acceptance, depression to joy. It is an honest account of our ongoing roller coaster ride - one that is familiar to special needs families and those who've suffered chronic illness.
I taught acting at Harvard, and have worked in theatre, commercials and film. I have been writing and performing autobiographical shows for 20 years, but this one is extremely special. The overwhelming response I have received from people who've heard my story or seen it is; "Everyone must see this show. It is important."
I want to share this story with as many people as possible, not just your average theatergoer. I plan to take it to numerous theatres and organizations in as many cities as possible. The types of organizations I believe can benefit from this performance are: Special Needs, Healthcare, Parenting, PTSD, Psychology, Women's groups, Spiritual, Motivational and Comic.

**My intention is to "use my gifts" of acting and writing to bring catharsis, comfort and laughter to others who have been through trauma or are currently struggling.

What We Need and What You Get

1. This is the funding I need: $3,000.00

To co-produce the show in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.

The Money raised will be used for:
Theatre Rental
Lighting Designer
Video and Sound Designer
Music
Stage Manager
Lighting Technician
Marketing
Director
Theatre Staff
Costumes
Set and Props
Transportation

I will continue fundraising beyond this initial goal. My intention is to perform the show all over the world, in as many theatres and for as many organizations as possible.

Watch this story on the Huffington Post

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The Perks
Because Duct tape is "stronger than the wind," and my daughter Caroline happens to love making "ductcessories," we'll be offering one of a kind duct tape creations as our gifts to you for any donations over $100.00
Earrings!

$250
Wallet!



$550
Purse!


$750
Shoes!

$1,000
Shorts!

****If you're not able to contribute monetarily, you can help spread the word about this show. Send it to anyone interested or involved with any of these issues: Healthcare, Special Needs, PTSD, Parenting, Motivational, Spiritual, Women's groups, or anyone interested in experiencing a great show. Pass it on through word-of-mouth, through Facebook, e-mail, Twitter and any other social media you enjoy.

Thank you for supporting "Stronger Than the Wind!"Special Thanks to all the generous people who have helped and encouraged this journey with "Stronger Than the Wind." To name just a few:

Carl Reiner, Annie Reiner, Helen Hand, Geoffrey Dwyer, Judy Nagy, John Manning, George Shapiro, Bess Scher, David O'Malley, Sally Schaub, Bryan Bellomo, Nancy Staack, Karin Webber, Roundup River Ranch, Jim Petosa, Harvey Chao, Mark Travis, Jennifer Kocek Saggiao, Juliette Marshall, Mary Monreal, Elizabeth and Bridget Benninger, Carole Graham Lehan, William H. Graham, Laura Graham Fetters, Emily DeLaney Pedante, Chris Griffiths, Liz Forer, The Venice Family Clinic, Dr. Campbell, Dr. Tom Walter, Drs. Tom and Ann Belin, The Huffpost, Sarah Brokaw, Drs. Bonnie and David Paul, Freedom to Choose Prison Project, Jennifer Lear, Marisa Putt, Paul Jerome, Michael Magenta, Robin Brennan, Isaiah McGee, Sybil Walker, Damon Burks, Bryan Bellomo, Craig Wallace, Greg Foster, Kim Israel, Charles Dayton, Terri Cavanaugh, Janit Baldwin, The entire Manning family, The entire Hubbard Family.
 
 

Organiser

Alice Manning
Organiser
Santa Monica, CA

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