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The Story Exchange
Shakara Lawrence
Shakara Lawrence finds her voice and belonging through the power of theater and truth.
The Story Exchange
Sarah Messmer
The Story Exchange is a “Moth Hour” style series created by the WHRO Emerging Leaders. This engaging series invites community members to share personal stories inspired by themes that shape our shared experience. Each event centers on a guiding question, sparking honest reflection, meaningful dialogue, and deeper connection across our region.
Sarah Messmer
Season 1 Episode 9 | 5m 57s | CC
In this moving episode of The Story Exchange, Sarah Messmer takes the stage at Push Comedy Theater with a powerful, lyrical story titled “Lucy.” Written during a bout of the flu and fueled by deep admiration for poet Lucille Clifton, Sarah shares her journey from runaway to emancipated minor, tracing how Clifton’s words guided her across the country and back home to Virginia.
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