August 4, 2024 3:00pm – 3:30pm
Jean Burgess is an author, editor, playwright, and former theatre
educator. She writes both nonfiction and fiction, enjoys presenting
writing workshops and presentations, and volunteers as a facilitator
with a local Teen Writing Club. Jean holds a Masters in Theatre from
Northwestern University and Ph.D. in Educational Theatre from New York.
About That Summer She Found Her Voice
Set against a backdrop of the 1970's Baltimore music scene, this is the story of 23-year-old Margie Stevens as she pulls herself out of a spiraling, heartbreak-induced depression and begins a personal journey of discovery.
Clarifying her own views on emerging feminism, social injustice, and personal spirituality-all while touring across the country as a singer in King Vido's Swing Band-Margie encounters sexist and moral challenges that cause her to question her future path.
Will she redefine her personal values in order to break away from uncomfortable ways of thinking? Will she find the courage to conquer fears of intimidation from the band leader and others on the tour? Finally, will Margie learn to speak up for herself using her authentic voice?
