The title “Enlightening The Dark” comes from the idea that darkness exists in various forms. Sometimes it’s heartache and pain, other times it’s abuse and hate, it can even be ignorance and judgement. Regardless of the circumstances, we believe that light always casts out darkness and EN-lightening the individuals involved, brings empowerment and hope. It is our goal to confront the darkness that youth face by enlightening them through truth and the strength to tell their stories. We raise awareness about important issues and strive to gain wisdom as we embrace our gifts and shortcomings. The main aspect of "darkness" that we hope to learn from is that of stories untold or misunderstood.
Description
Life without a dad has been hard for each of the Dawson sisters… but no one talks about it.When their dad suddenly left three years ago, Starla, Lexi, and Mia’s lives drastically shifted. Their single mom, Sonia, struggles to keep a roof over their heads and they rarely stay in one place long. Emotions escalate as they all move in with Sonia’s sister and nephew. The sisters each struggle to cope with anxiety in different ways - perfectionism, isolation, externalization. When family secrets surface, Starla, Lexi, and Mia must decide how to move forward.This production is full of colorful characters and humor mixed with intentional conversations that highlight the importance of connection found through vulnerability and compassion.“Good photos have contrast. It takes shadows and light to really create the best shots.
So, why don’t we show the dark and the light to the people we love?”
Date & Time
Jun 26 - 29, 2025
Venue Details
HomeLife Academy
3563 North Highland AvenueJackson, Tennessee 38305
