V-Day Studio City Present Charitable Production of 'The Vagina Monologues'

Maxie Solters,�Studio City native and founder of V-Day Studio City, is bringing Eve Ensler's�"The Vagina Monologues"�to�The Federal Bar,�5303 Lankershim Blvd.,�in North Hollywood, on�Saturday Evening, March 11 at 8 p.m. and Sunday Matinee, March 12 at 1 p.m.
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Based on author�Eve Ensler's�interviews, which she conducted with women and girls from around the world,�"The�Vagina Monologues"�is a provocative, stimulating, poignant play depicting true stories about women's attempts to overcome society's stigmas through embracing and celebrating their sexuality.
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You'll be moved to tears and laughter, energized and inspired, motivated to make a difference, and ready to take action to stop the violence now! We are proud to announce that in addition to benefiting�V-Day,�proceeds will go to�Planned Parenthood and�St. Johns Transgender Health Program.
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2017 is V-Day Studio City's fourth year�appearing�at The Federal Bar. This stylish nightclub, in a classic early-20th-century bank building, has a charming cozy ambience, perfect for delighting in fabulous fare, while enjoying superb entertainment.

The small but mighty�Solters�produces�the eye-opening, hysterical, heart-wrenching piece, for the tenth consecutive year.�Solters co-stars with�Allie Altschuler, Adolfo Anderson, Michelle Appezzato, Jay Etimoski, Debra Graff, Julienne Irons, Lauren Rodriguez, Nan Savage, Emily Short, and Andrew Watie.
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A highlight of the evening is the acclaimed�"fake orgasm contest," which always brings the audience to their feet roaring with guffaws.� Winners receive exciting erotic prizes.� Gift bags will be raffled with sex toys donated by�sponsors LELO, A Touch of Romance,�Crave, and Babeland.
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Guests can enjoy the scrumptious infamous�Chocolate Vagina Pussypops.�Back by popular demand, the remarkable sterling�Silver�Vagina�Necklaces,�handcrafted with love by cast member Emily Short, will be available for purchase.
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Since becoming part of V-Day,�Maxie Solters�has discovered an inner strength and confidence.

"Being surrounded by strong leaders has given me quite the backbone. And I am definitely not shy about sex. I've become the go to person for all my friends' needs in that department," said Solters. "People literally associate me with�'The Vagina Monologues'�and�V-Day�to a point where I've heard myself referenced as the 'vagina girl.'"
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Solters' involvement in the organization has taught her not to fear speaking out even if others shy away.

"It reminds me how lucky I am to be able to talk about these issues while others across the globe are forced into silent. The movement encourages women to speak out, proving we really can make a difference," she said.
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Rather than waiting around for someone else to give you a big break, Solters advises aspiring artists to be proactive. She suggests, "Create your own content. Do a play, a podcast, make a web-series, star in a short film... whatever fuels your creativity and gives you fulfillment at the end of the day."
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V-Day�is a global activist movement, created by Eve Ensler, to end violence against women and girls. It's a catalyst that promotes entertaining events to increase awareness, raise money, and revitalize the spirit of existing anti-violence organizations. The 'V' in V-Day stands for Victory, Valentine, and Vagina.
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If extreme politicians get their way, 2.5 million patients per year will lose access to care at�Planned Parenthood�health centers. However, "We will fight like hell to stop these attacks -- and won't back down." Go to�https://www.plannedparenthood.org/�and find out what you can do to stand with them.
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St. John's Transgender Health Program�welcomes all patients regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, and/or presentation. They provide comprehensive transgender health services in a safe and welcoming environment "where you are free to be yourself." Go to:�http://www.wellchild.org/transgender-health-program/
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On Saturday, March 11, doors open at 6:30 p.m. for dinner and drinks; the show begins at 8 p.m. Feel free to stay for the after party, immediately following, with smokin' hot DJ's spinnin' rockin' tunes to dance the night away.
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On Sunday, March 12, doors open at 11:30 a.m. for the�Brunch Special; Show begins at 1 p.m.�Bottomless Mimosas�and Brunch entrees are $30 for two.
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Tickets are $20 cash at the door or in advance by ordering online at the links below.

For information or tickets, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1626856630957116