“Dickinson’s genius and Willis’ craftsmanship make ‘Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society’ a gift of ‘Beauty’ and ‘Truth’ to the audience.” – Jean Havens, Daily Press Northeastern State University Premiere (Review below)	L aurette W illis’ IDEO TestimoniesStory BELOW:Click here for: « HOME « BIO « Recommendations « STORE « PraiseMoves « Keynotes/Seminars « Shows « Storytelling « PowerMoves Kids (Character Ed. & Fitness!) « Alternative Education Residencies « “Under the Cherokee Moon” « FAQ « Fitness for His Witness « Ascential Nutrition Products « CONTACT US
You are Cordially Invited to Attend a Private Gathering … Introducing: Miss Emily Dickinson “The Soul selects her own Society – Then – shuts the Door – To her divine Majority – Present no more – ” Laurette uses Emily Dickinson’s own words from her poems and letters to help bring this mysterious, reclusive poet to life with sincerity, intelligence and skill. “Years ago, I had portrayed Emily Dickinson in William Luce’s one-woman play, The Belle of Amherst,” Laurette says. “While I loved Luce’s play (and Julie Harris’ wonderful portrayal of Miss Dickinson on Broadway in the mid-1970’s), I had often wanted to create a different one-woman show based on her life, highlighting other aspects of her personal experiences and the relationships and influences which inspired her.” Review by Jean Havens following the premiere at Northeastern State University (Note: Laurette originally titled the show Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society) “One-Woman Show Proves Poet Still Lives Through Her Work” Review by Jean Havens “Success is counted sweetest By those who ne’er succeed…” Prophetic words written by Emily Dickinson on her own poetic works, yet were spoken, once again, by the nineteenth century poet Friday evening here at Northeastern State University. But this time success was acclaimed by Emily, as well as Laurette Willis (who portrayed Dickinson) and the NSU Living Literature Center who hosted the dramatization of her works. In “Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society,” Willis utilized the poet’s own words from some of her poems and letters to form her characterization of this reclusive writer as part of the Living Literature’s theme Voices of Literary Legends. The one-hour play held at NSU was one of the contributing events in this year’s spring conference. The words of Dickinson were organized creatively and realistically by Willis who wrote, directed, and starred in this one-woman play. Willis formed a physical presence of the ever-existing soul, Emily Dickinson. Through Emily’s own words, her life fired electricity within the audience as the pale, white figure flowed to and fro on the stage. This one-woman performance depicted a fresh creation of Dickinson by her use of voice inflections and accenting, as well as her costuming and staging. Loving and enthusiastic, yet fearful and secluded describes the surface of the poet and her life. However, the undercurrent of a real human being living her own life in a manner of her own choosing was a great influence on the viewers. This portrayal by Willis assisted in forming a brand new idea of what Emily Dickinson really might have been like if we were to meet her in person and be a regular family visitor, a selection of “her own Society.” Dickinson’s genius and Willis’ craftsmanship make “Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society” a gift of “Beauty” and “Truth” to the audience. By bestowing the knowledge that this poet lived, and continues to live through her work, Willis’ performance visibly brought about the idea that words are alive and ever-changing. “Soul’s Society” is another example of the good works Willis provides to our “Society” and proves how fortunate play lovers in this area are to have such entertaining and informative productions within their grasp. “Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society” established the fact that Dickinson lives on and that good works are given birth every day in the most delightful ways. Emotional… inspiring… breathtaking… Introducing: Miss Emily Dickinson! Introducing: Miss Emily Dickinson is especially popular with college and adult audiences. One-Woman Shows: Laurette’s original one-woman shows and seminars are available for matching funds from the Oklahoma Arts Council or the Mid-America Arts Alliance (search under Willis) for Public non-profit groups and schools. • Great Women of the Bible • Susanna Wesley: LIVE! • The Nutty ‘40s Radio Show! • Great Women of the Frontier • Historical Hysterics • The REAL Belle Starr • Storytelling Shakespeare • Introducing: Miss Emily Dickinson • Great Women of the Oil Fields • Folktales of Scotland • Sister Aimee (Aimee Semple McPherson) • Reflections: Letters from World War II A versatile and energetic presenter, Laurette Willis will captivate your audience and turn a special project or gala evening program into an experience to be remembered! For information on how to bring Laurette to your area, please CONTACT Laurette directly. Thank you for visiting! IDEO TestimoniesStory BELOW:Click here for: « HOME « BIO « Recommendations « STORE « PraiseMoves « Keynotes/Seminars « Shows « Storytelling « PowerMoves Kids (Character Ed. & Fitness!) « Alternative Education Residencies « “Under the Cherokee Moon” « FAQ « Fitness for His Witness « Ascential Nutrition Products « CONTACT US © 2002-2009 All rights reserved. DoveTale Productions		Laurette in Emily Dickinson: The Soul’s Society Northeastern State University Premiere March 1995 **********