University Theatre presents timely legal drama

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Hosted via Zoom

The MSUM School of Performing Arts presents Roe, a play by Lisa Loomer, Thursday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that legalized abortion, is still fiercely debated over forty years later. In this incisive play, Loomer cuts through the headlines and rhetoric to reveal the divergent personal journeys of lawyer Sarah Weddington and plaintiff Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”) in the years following the fateful decision. In turns shocking, humorous, and poignant, Roe reflects the polarization in America today while illuminating the heart and passion each side has for its cause.

The play is rated PG-13.

For tickets, please visit www.mnstate.edu/tickets. A Zoom link will be emailed to ticketholders the evening of the reading.